From the back cover... "When evidence of a remarkable predator is discovered in the Highlands of Scotland, Thomas Walker finds himself confronted with his past and a creature the likes of which he had never wanted to face again. As its devastating rampage goes unchecked and threatens his home, the woman he loves and his very way of life, an older and much more human adversary seeks him out. How long had it surveyed Glen Cannich from the mountainside and how long would they survive its presence? There are nearly 2,000 reported sightings of what have become known as mystery big cats across the UK every year. Some, such as the beasts of Bodmin and Dartmoor have become infamous. Their origin and identity remain unknown. Shadow Beast, the new chiller from Luke Phillips offers a terrifying and deadly explanation." I loved this book. Published ten years ago I stumbled over it and decided to give it a go. I'm so pleased I did! A series of attacks on livestock escalates to the horrific deaths of local villagers as a huge big cat terrorises a small Scottish village. Okay, it's daft but it's written well enough to be forgiven the daftness. This is very well written with great characters and exciting action along with gory deaths galore. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and have bought Luke Phillips other books which I'm now looking forward to immensely.