THE NEW DS COUPLAND NOVELAn accusation of police brutalityAn unsolved hit and runA social media minefieldThe murder squad's resources at Salford Precinct Station are stretched to the limit. DS Kevin Coupland is called out to a fatal fire at a local residential home for vulnerable people, and immediately suspects arson. One of the victims is the sister of local gangster Kieran Tunney, sparking revenge attacks which threaten to bring the city to a standstill.For Coupland the clock is ticking. With a Professional Standards hearing to prepare for and an avenging gangster to contend with he makes a shocking discovery which has devastating repercussions - for the community, for the crime boss, and for Coupland himself.From best-selling author Emma Salisbury, a gripping police procedural that pulls no punches.FLESH AND BLOOD is the fifth book in the DS Coupland series.Praise for Emma Salisbury:‘Emma is the latest to join an elite club of authors.' Sunday Mail‘An author to watch.' Goodreads reviewer