About the Author
Iain Banks
ISBN 9780349105710
Rs. 800
Abacus
Complicity
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy psychological crime thrillers with morally complex protagonists
Cameron Colley, a cynical and substance-abusing journalist in Edinburgh, stumbles upon a disturbing pattern: a series of bizarre contemporary deaths that eerily mirror unsolved cold cases from years prior. As he delves deeper into the investigation, what begins as a hunt for a scoop quickly spirals into a harrowing journey that forces him to confront his own past and potential involvement in the escalating violence.Why You Should Read? A gripping psychological crime thriller with a morally complex protagonist. Explores themes of guilt, consequence, and the dark side of journalism. Showcases Iain Banks' distinctive voice and masterful storytelling. Offers a gritty and atmospheric portrayal of Edinburgh's underbelly.
Highlights
- Psychological crime thriller by Iain Banks
- Protagonist is a cynical, substance-abusing journalist
- Set in Edinburgh's gritty underbelly
- Explores guilt, consequence, and dark side of journalism
- Distinctive narrative voice and masterful storytelling
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Questions about this book
What is the main plot of the book?
Cameron Colley, a journalist in Edinburgh, discovers a pattern where contemporary deaths mirror unsolved cold cases. As he investigates, he confronts his own past and possible involvement.
Who is the author?
Iain Banks, known for his distinctive voice and masterful storytelling.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores guilt, consequence, and the dark side of journalism, among others.
Where is the story set?
The story is set in Edinburgh, with a gritty and atmospheric portrayal of its underbelly.