The author of the book ‘Rain Dogs’ is Adrian McKinty. ‘Rain Dogs’ is the fifth book in the Detective Sean Duffy series. Set in Northern Ireland during The Troubles, it essentially follows Sean Duffy as he faces riot responsibility, heartbreak and lawsuits. He can resolve it if he wants but not go to court. The story is about the mysterious death of journalist Lily Bigelow in the courtyard of Carrickfergus Castle.