The York Minster Killings: A BRAND NEW deadly thriller of a father pushed beyond his limits

Discover the BRAND NEW book in the utterly gripping Yorkshire Murders series from bestseller Wes Markin. 💀 🚨 Did you think this was the end? Think again… 👀

A desperate father…

Graham Blanks is having a very bad day. With his daughter’s life hanging in the balance, Graham finds himself in a race against time to get her the help she so desperately needs. But in the bustling city of York, Graham is faced with setback after setback and he’s beginning to lose his patience…

An escalation of violence…

As Graham becomes more out of control, his frustration and violence increases. And soon his victims begin to mount. Can anyone end his desperate and deadly spree?

A final reckoning.

DI Paul Riddick is a man who understands a father’s desperation all too well. He knows Blanks has to be apprehended, but only newly recovered from illness himself, Riddick is struggling. Will he be able to stop Blanks in time - or will his deadly spree spiral even further out of control?

In the shadow of York Minster, the fate of many lies in the hands of two men with nothing left to lose and time running out...

Praise for Wes Markin:

'Cracking start to an exciting new series. Twist and turns, thrills and kills. I loved it' Bestselling author Ross Greenwood

'Markin stuns with his latest offering... Mind-bendingly dark and deep, you know it's not for the faint hearted from page one. Intricate plotting, devious twists and excellent characterisation take this tale to a whole new level. Any serious crime fan will love it!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen

'A nerve-jangling, heart thumping belter of a crime series' Bestselling author TG Reid

'Yet another first class story from this talented author' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'Wow! What an incredible and enoyable read this was'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

© 2026 Boldwood Books (Ebook): 9781806561612

Release date

Ebook: 10 January 2026