The new book in the brilliant Constance Fairchild series, from one of Scotland's foremost crime writers. 'THE NEW IAN RANKIN' Daily Record 'OSWALD'S WRITING IS A CLASS ABOVE' Express Suspended from duty after her last case ended in the high-profile arrest of one of Britain's wealthiest men, DC Constance Fairchild is trying to stay away from the limelight. Fate has other ideas . . . Coming home to her London flat, Constance stumbles across a young man, bloodied, mutilated and barely alive. She calls it in and is quickly thrown into the middle of a nationwide investigation . . . It seems that the victim is just the latest in a string of similar ritualistic attacks. No matter that she is off-duty, no matter that there are those in the Met who would gladly see the back of her, Con can't shake her innate determination to bring the monsters responsible for this brutality to justice. Trouble always seems to find her, and even if she has nothing to hide, perhaps she has everything to lose . . . 'CRIME FICTION'S NEXT BIG THING' Sunday Telegraph 'A WONDERFUL, FAST-PACED THRILLER' Michael Wood
James Oswald
James Oswald is a Scottish author known for his crime novels and fantasy series. He is best known for his Inspector McLean series, which follows the investigations of detective Tony McLean in Edinburgh. Oswald's writing style is characterized by intricate plots, vivid descriptions, and a dark, atmospheric tone.
Oswald's contributions to literature include revitalizing the crime genre with his unique blend of police procedural and supernatural elements. His most famous work is "Natural Causes," the first book in the Inspector McLean series, which received critical acclaim and gained a loyal following of readers.
Overall, James Oswald has made a significant impact on the crime fiction genre with his gripping storytelling and memorable characters, solidifying his place as one of the leading authors in contemporary Scottish literature.
Other related
