Publisher's Synopsis
Brought up by his hard-nosed father and ferocious Spanish grandmother, Xavier Aislado is abandoned when his family return to Spain, leaving him in Edinburgh to complete his education. Years later, Xavi pursues his true passion - journalism, and his first assignment ends in violent death. He is drawn into a dark new world of drugs, prostitution and murder. With his childhood sweetheart, Grace, by his side, and a burgeoning career as a brilliant journalist, Xavier has everything to live for. Yet, despite his passion for uncovering the truth, Xavi's own world is steeped in lies. As his life, his love, and his work become increasingly entwined, Xavi is immersed in a story of tragedy and betrayal. And his search for the truth may ultimately destroy him...
