Shiny Bob: The Devil’s Advocate

5.0/5

Critic Rating

A conspiracy theory that a cabal of gay judges threaten the justice system has gripped Scotland. A shiny lawyer with a dark secret claims to have a list that possesses the truth.


Critic Reviews

Score: 5

Patricia Nicol • The Times UK Jun 18, 2023

"It still causes jaws to drop to be reminded that homosexuality was only decriminalised in Scotland in 1980. Bonnar unfolds a gripping narrative, with incisive, illuminating commentary from the Scottish Times columnists Kenny Farquharson and Magnus Linklater. …"

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Score: 5

Miranda Sawyer • The Guardian Jun 10, 2023

"Far darker, but better paced...Bonnar, who hosted the excellent Good Ship BrewDog, is top-notch, telling a story that’s exceptionally tricky, both plot-wise and emotionally."

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