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Completed posthumously by acclaimed author Ian Rankin, this prequel offers a fascinating glimpse into Laidlaw's early career, enriching the already captivating tapestry of McIlvanney's universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of general fiction or a connoisseur of crime and thriller genres, William McIlvanney's works promise a riveting read imbued with cultural and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dark-remains-by-ian-rankin-9781838854140","title":"The Dark Remains","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFantastic\u003c\/em\u003e - Lee Child\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbsolutely brilliant\u003c\/em\u003e - Mick Herron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf the truth's in the shadows, get out of the light . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLawyer Bobby Carter did a lot of work for the wrong type of people. Now he's dead, and it was no accident. 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