Crime: The explosive first novel in Irvine Welsh's Crime series by Irvine Welsh

Description: Crime by Irvine Welsh Detective Inspector Ray Lennox has fled to Miami to escape the aftermath of a mental breakdown induced by occupational stress and cocaine abuse, and a harrowing child-sex murder case back in Edinburgh. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him again Observer60You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him againReviews60You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him againDetective Inspector Ray Lennox has fled to Miami to escape the aftermath of a mental breakdown induced by occupational stress and cocaine abuse, and a harrowing child-sex murder case back in Edinburgh. But his fiancee Trudi is only interested in planning their wedding, and soon Lennox cast adrift, alone in Florida. A coke-fuelled binge brings him into contact with another victim of sexual predation, ten-year-old Tianna, and Lennox flees across the state with his terrified charge, determined to protect her at any cost. But can Lennox trust his own instincts? And can he handle Tianna, while still trying to get to grips with the Edinburgh murder? Notes Irvine Welshs latest novel, now in paperback, is a thriller about the corruption and abuse of the human soul, the possibilities of redemption, and deals with the challenging subject-matter of organised paedophile gangs. By some distance Welshs most restrained and thoughtful work... The themes...are distressing, but Welshs take is surprisingly considered and compassionate, and ultimately an old-fashioned moral one Times Back Cover Powerful, passionate writing on the serious subject of child abuse and its survivors, of guilt, mortality and innocence... Welsh gets it just right Literary Review Bereft of both youth and ambition, Detective Inspector Ray Lennox has fled to Miami to escape the aftermath of a mental breakdown induced by stress and cocaine abuse, and a harrowing child sex murder case back in Edinburgh. But his fiancee, Trudi, is only interested in planning their wedding, and a bitter argument between them sees Lennox cast adrift in Florida. A coke-fuelled binge brings him into contact with another victim of sexual predation, ten-year-old Tianna, and Lennox flees across the state with his terrified charge, determined to protect her at any cost. But can Lennox still trust his own instincts? And can he handle her inappropriate sexuality, while still trying to get to grips with the Edinburgh murder? Powerful...a bracing and engaging read Daily Telegraph You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A thoughtful, rather brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them...it is incredibly sure-footed... there are echoes of Rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen...Welsh is a brave writer... this is a great, redemptive book. It leaves you wanting more, much more. Theres only one and you should be reading him again Observer Crime is by some distance Welshs most restrained and thoughtful work ... The themes of organised paedophile rings, child abuse and murder are distressing, but Welshs take is surprisingly considered and compassionate, and ultimately an old-fashioned moral one The Times Author Biography 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 thirteen further novels, including the number one bestseller Dead Mens Trousers, four books of shorter fiction and numerous plays and screenplays. Crime and The Long Knives have been adapted into a television series starring Dougray Scott as Ray Lennox. Irvine Welsh currently lives between London, Edinburgh and Miami. Review A triumph... A great, redemptive book... It leaves you wanting more, much more * Observer *Powerful, passionate writing... Welsh gets it just right * Literary Review *Powerful... A bracing and engaging read * Daily Telegraph *Crime is by some distance Welshs most restrained and thoughtful work * The Times *You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him again * Observer * Promotional An electrifying thriller about innocence and absolute evil. Review Text A triumph... A great, redemptive book... It leaves you wanting more, much more Review Quote "A triumph . . . A thoughtful, rather brave take on pedophile rings.Crimeis not destined to become a cult book. It is better than that . . . a great, redemptive book." Observer Promotional "Headline" You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him again Observer 60You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him again Reviews 60You never know what youre going to get with Irvine Welsh, other than guaranteed intelligence. But what you get here is a triumph. A brave take on paedophile rings and the minds, fast and slow, behind them... There are echoes of rebus, of Christopher Brookmyre, even of Carl Hiaasen... Theres only one Welsh and you should be reading him again Details ISBN009950698X Author Irvine Welsh Pages 352 Year 2009 ISBN-10 009950698X ISBN-13 9780099506980 Format Paperback Publication Date 2009-07-02 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.914 Media Book Publisher Vintage Publishing Imprint Vintage Language English UK Release Date 2009-07-02 AU Release Date 2009-07-02 NZ Release Date 2009-07-02 Series The CRIME series Subtitle The explosive first novel in Irvine Welshs Crime series Audience General Alternative 9781407018041 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:22825389;

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