A Cast of Falcons

In Western Scotland, a man mysteriously falls to his death, prompting detective chief inspector Domenic Jejeune to uncover the mysterious intent behind a book planted in the victim's pocket. As the investigation unfolds, a brutal murder of a researcher reveals a web of controversy tied to lucrative studies, drawing Sergeant Danny Maik's attention to potential financial motives. With their chief superintendent obstructing inquiries, Jejeune and Maik must collaborate to unravel the truth, but tensions mount as their partnership faces challenges.