Jack Laidlaw Books in Order

The recommended reading order for the Jack Laidlaw series is publication order: 1. Laidlaw (By: William McIlvanney) (1977), 2. The Papers of Tony Veitch (By: William McIlvanney) (1983), 3. Strange Loyalties (By: William McIlvanney) (1991), 4. The Dark Remains (With: William McIlvanney) (2021). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.

The Jack Laidlaw series by Ian Rankin contains 4 books. The series began in 1977 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.

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