Two Islands

Two Islands by Kate Jennings is a compelling literary thriller set on an isolated Scottish isle, where a stranger’s arrival unsettles a tightknit community that prefers its secrets kept close. When young Niko turns up desperate and wary, locals suspect the worst—but he’s not there to cause trouble. He’s running for his life, hunted by people determined to silence what he witnessed during the Balkan War.

Living next door is “Slow Fergus”, a solitary figure the villagers watch with equal curiosity. As the two men edge around each other, Australian war crimes investigator Anita Costello pushes through mounting danger to find her missing witness before darker forces close in.

Tense, humane and sharply observed, this novel explores justice, loyalty and the long shadow of war across borders. Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven crime fiction, remote settings, and morally complex page-turners. Add it to your basket and let this remarkable story pull you in.