Malcolm Paull

Have loved this book for years. West's exploration of people and their relationship to each other is second to none. From the violence that is common in all relationships where two strong personalities clash, each trying to validate his or herself, to the comic that s everyday life;these are hallmarks of West's work, whether set in the business world, in the out back or in the Vatican. In this book the setting it the outer islands off Scotland. Rich in lore and passion this wonderful story tells the tale of a man 'sick of the savagery of the world' who escapes Rome to the island of Stornoway. There he meets the strong red headed wolf. A man who sails close to the edge of the law, often beyond it, and they begin a love hate relationship where they vie for the affection of a woman and for the spoils of life. Truly wonderful book. Vivid and alive at every page.