The Blood is Still
A Rebecca Connolly Thriller
(Author) Douglas Skelton"When the body of a man in eighteenth-century Highland dress is discovered on the site of the Battle of Culloden, journalist Rebecca Connolly takes up the story for the Chronicle.Meanwhile, a film being made about the '45 Rebellion has enraged the right-wing group Spirit of the Gael which is connected to a shadowy group called Black Dawn linked to death threats and fake anthrax deliveries to Downing Street and Holyrood. When a second body - this time in the Redcoat uniform of the government army - is found in Inverness,Rebecca finds herself drawn ever deeper into the mystery. Are the murders connected to politics, a local gang war or something else entirely?"--Publisher description.
Douglas Skelton
Douglas Skelton is a Scottish crime writer known for his gripping and atmospheric novels. His writing style is characterized by its dark and gritty tone, with intricate plots and well-developed characters. Skelton has made significant contributions to the crime fiction genre, particularly in the realm of Scottish crime fiction.
One of Skelton's most notable works is "Blood City," a fast-paced thriller set in Glasgow that follows journalist Rebecca Connolly as she investigates a series of gruesome murders. The novel showcases Skelton's skill at creating tension and suspense, as well as his ability to capture the essence of urban Scottish life.
Overall, Douglas Skelton's works have left a lasting impact on the crime fiction genre, earning him a reputation as a master storyteller with a knack for crafting compelling and immersive narratives.
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