In the first part of a planned trilogy we meet gunman for
hire Calum MacLean who is asked by shady underworld figures to eliminate an
up-and-coming drug dealer before he becomes more powerful.
The interesting thing is that the intended victim, Lewis
Winter, has only manoeuvred himself into this position to appease his
money-hungry young girlfriend, Zara.
Winter becomes quite the pitiful character and you soon
begin to hope that he’ll escape his fate.
Will Calum execute Winter? What will the consequences be for
those involved?
This is the second book in a row I have read that has been
set in Glasgow
(my home city) and it’s another cracker. All the characters have many layers.
There are big-time villains, corrupt cops, innocents caught up in events and a
scheming temptress. All of whom add to the tale.
The satisfying ending also wisely leaves the reader wanting
more. A brilliant debut, bring on the second instalment.
Ric’s Rating: Highly Recommended.
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