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Following on from Calls from the Wild and Cruel Intentions Alan Stewart once again brings to life the challenges and complexities of wildlife crime investigation. While the characters and incidents are fictional, the issues the book raises are very real.
- Iain Macleod QPM, Deputy Chief Constable (retired)

Blend years of experience with the knowledge of a true naturalist-countryman, and add a generous pinch of wit, and you have the recipe for a superb read.
- Polly Pullar, Naturalist and Author

The Peregrine Thief, takes us on a crime-busting journey across Scotland in pursuit of those who think nature is a resource to be plundered. A fascinating insight into the skills, knowledge and dedication required to investigate wildlife crimes. 
- Logan Steele, Scottish Raptor Study Groups

A wonderful insight into the immense range of work of a wildlife cop, woven through a timely tale of widespread falcon theft.  
- Dr Lucy Webster, Wildlife Forensic Scientist

The final book in Alan Stewart's trilogy sees Detective Sergeant Bob McKay dealing with a wide range of wildlife crime investigations across the length and breadth of Scotland.

A yellow BMW with Belgian plates blocking a farm gate near Aviemore sparks off a search for a thief that threatens one of Scotland's most treasured raptors, the peregrine falcon. Has this determined criminal met his match in DS McKay's team of investigators?

Alan Stewart spent almost fifty years in various aspects of policing, including eighteen years as force wildlife crime officer with Tayside Police and three years as intelligence officer with the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit. He is the author of nine earlier books on wildlife and wildlife crime.