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The second book in the Laidlaw trilogy, "The Dark Remains," was released on September 2, 2021. It follows the alcoholic vagrant Eck Adamson, who summons Jack Laidlaw to his deathbed and gives him a clue to the murder of a gangland thug and the disappearance of a student. With his stubborn integrity, Laidlaw tracks a seam of corruption that runs from the top to the bottom of society, earning him the status of a classic crime fiction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 19 August 2021
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd


The second installment in the original Laidlaw trilogy, "The Dark Remains," was released on September 2, 2021. This gripping crime novel won the CWA Silver Dagger Award.

"The Dark Remains," the first case in the Laidlaw series, was published on September 2, 2021. Pre-order your copy now!

In this novel, Guardian columnist Denise Mina praises Eck Adamson, an alcoholic vagrant, for summoning Jack Laidlaw to his deathbed. Laidlaw, known for his dedication to his job, sees a clue to a murder and the disappearance of a student in Eck's cryptic last message. With unwavering integrity, Laidlaw embarks on a quest to uncover a seam of corruption that runs through the highest echelons of society.

Acclaimed for its sharp wit, dark themes, and unique detective character, the Laidlaw trilogy has established itself as a classic in the crime fiction genre.

Weight: 222g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838856229
Edition number: Main

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