Clive David Jordan is a popular man. He’s the charismatic consultant at Heckley General Hospital. But his charm won’t cover up the malpractice rumours.
One rainy winter evening, someone gives Dr Jordan an injection. In the ear. With an Enfield 0.38 calibre revolver.
Clearly not everyone succumbed to Dr Jordan’s charm.
As Priest unravels the doctor’s double life, he unearths stories of angry patients, envious colleagues and a series of false leads.
Dr Jordan isn’t as popular as he first appeared. And some friends are deadlier than enemies . . .