Another classic from Welsh here. DS Bruce Robertson brings a new meaning to corrupt cop in this seedy and dirty tale of a man on the edge. Racist, sexist, pig headed, arrogant, power crazed, manipulative, drug snorting, Fast food guzzling, worm ridden, small minded, petty, and violent. These are just some of the words you can use to describe the main character of the novel as his life slowly unravels around him until the end of the book where some shocking revelations shed some light in this nasty piece of work. As he cavorts from smutty deed to the next bacon sandwich DS Roberts remains despite his actions a likeable character in some ways, mainly because ultimately you have some empathy for someone who turns out to be really quite pathetic. I loved this, up there with Trainspotting and Acid House for me. Looking forward to the film and all.
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