From a critical analysis of the book to a short discussion of the soundtrack of the film, there's enough in this book that should keep fans of the Trainspotting universe happy,

There's also a short social history of Leith and Edinburgh within the book, albeit through a very Trainspotting-esque prism. I found some of it interesting, despite growing up in and around that area there were a few things I'd previously never heard before.

I do think fans of Welsh's books will get a lot more out of it though.

This is was an ARC from Netgalley and Luath in exchange for an honest review, With thanks

A very interesting read! I can believe this book took 15 years to write, it's a remarkably in-depth analysis of the book, play and film of Trainspotting and the affect that it had on (to name a few things!) culture, drugs and the representation of Scottishness. It also explores the historical context of the town of Leith, of drug culture and the Thatcher period. A definitive guide on everything you need to know about Leith and Trainspotting.