Book clubs in Perthshire

A veteran detective investigates the murder of his own mother , killed when he was aged 12. Connelly is consistently a brilliant writer. This novel involves references to the detectives' (involuntary) participation in some counselling sessions. As a trained counsellor I can say it comes closer to the processes of counselling than most fictional efforts.

It's a comical easy read that immerses you into a world full of charm. I read it in one sitting and was obsessed with how full of character everyone was.

It makes you think about the big questions (Science, religion, philosophy etc)

It's a relentlessly sad book yet kept me engrossed through its 800+ pages because she writes so well. I was drawn to all the main characters and felt their pain. Although it should be a depressing read, it is at the same time insightful, and full of love, hope and the value of friendship.

A story about a boy growing up in the Appalachians in America in challenging circumstances. It is a retelling of David Copperfield. The author deals with the issues facing Demon brilliantly and I couldn't put the book down. Will undoubtedly become a modern classic.