The Blood is Still - Review

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Rebecca is covering a demonstration; the local council want to place a sex offender, caught with child porn on his computer,  in a neighborhood nicknamed the Ferry. Mo Burke, the matriarch ruling her family's crime business, fronts the demonstration.  A local candidate,  super conservative and racist attends. 
While talking with Cruz, freelance photographer, they receive a tip about a murder. 
DCI Roache is called to handle the case. A man dressed in traditional highland dress, murdered with historical sword. No leads. No identity. 
Rebecca teams up with her previous boss, Elsbeth to investigate this murder. She befriends a historical consultant for a movie being filmed. 
Meanwhile Rebecca has caught the attention of the oldest Burke son. Though he has taken part in his family's business,  Nolan wants out. 
I could not put this book down. The characters.  Plot. Suspense.  Twists. Loved it.
Highly recommend.  

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