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The Long Knives

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The Long Knives by Irvine Welsh is a gritty crime thriller that dives into a world of political intrigue and vengeance. It follows Detective Ray Lennox as he navigates a complex case involving a brutal murder deeply embedded in corrupt systems. The novel explores themes of justice and the blurred lines between duty and morality in a fast-paced and gripping narrative.
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You might enjoy this book if you're thrilled by edgy crime stories and dark humour. It captures Welsh's signature gritty style and confronts themes of justice and revenge through a fast-paced, gripping narrative. If you appreciate complex characters and unexpected twists, this novel is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The Long Knives

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The Long Knives is the highly-anticipated second instalment in the CRIME trilogy, now a hit TV series.

In Edinburgh, Detective Inspector Ray Lennox is investigating a brutal crime. Ritchie Gulliver MP is dead, castrated, and left to bleed in an empty Leith warehouse. Vicious, racist, and corrupt, many thought he had it coming. But nobody could have predicted this.

After the life Gulliver has led, the suspects are manyβ€”corporate rivals, political opponents, and the countless groups he's offended. And then there are the vulnerable and marginalised, who bore the brunt of his cruelty.

As Lennox unravels the truth and the list of shocking attacks grows, he must put his personal feelings aside. But one question refuses to go away: who are the real victims here?

'Sharp, fearless, passionate and brilliant' - Independent

'An ingeniously plotted and propulsive thriller' - Literary Review

Series: The CRIME series

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The Long Knives by Irvine Welsh is highlighted as an ingeniously plotted and propulsive thriller, praised for its risky satire and moral depth. Readers who enjoy Scottish crime dramas with a bold style will find this book particularly appealing. Critics appreciate Welsh's powerful and passionate writing, noting that the book leaves a lasting impression.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529116274

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 269g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Irvine Welsh was born and raised in Edinburgh. His first novel, Trainspotting, has sold over one million copies in the UK and was adapted into an era-defining film. He has written fourteen further novels, including the number one Sunday Times bestseller Dead Men's Trousers, four books of shorter fiction and numerous plays and screenplays. Irvine Welsh currently lives between London, Edinburgh and Miami.

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