The second novel in the highly acclaimed Bob Skinner series from Scotland's Crime Master

Presents the story of a man ennobled by his wife's tragic murder, and an exploration of the dark side of unbridled capitalism.

Dark, intense and utterly compelling, 'Black Dog' was an extraordinary first novel from a writer who has rapidly become the most promising crime author to emerge in the genre in years.

Two social workers, investigating reports of child abuse, appear at Brenda's door. They take her daughter Gemma away for tests. They fail to return Gemma the following day. At the same time, Banks is investigating a murder. Gradually, the leads in the two cases converge, guiding Banks to one of the terrifying criminals.

Novel from Alexander McCall Smith, full of his trademark humour and wisdom.

The first in a new series of books by the author of THE NO. 1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY - marking new territory - but familiar moral ground.