by Irvine Welsh
First published 2016
Jim Francis has left his violent past behind, building a quiet life in California. But when he's drawn back to his hometown of Edinburgh, old demons resurface. Forced to confront his criminal history, Francis navigates a web of rivalries, secrets, and brutal retribution. As the line between his two worlds blurs, he must fight to protect his hard-won redemption.
Genres: fiction, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, redemption
Setting: California, Edinburgh
Period: 21st-century
275 pages · Paperback · Vintage
Content warnings: violence