NOT MIDNIGHT YET: The Final Chapter in the Unhinge series.

by Craig Scoular

FATE FELL SHORT FOR ALFIE ANDERSON.He’s thought he'd faced the past, confronted the guilt. Thought he’d done the hard work of starting again. But knowing something and living it are two very different things.

Because when old fears resurface and the future he’s built begins to fracture, Alfie is forced to confront the one question he’s avoided all is he brave enough to stop running?

As family tensions rise and the consequences of earlier choices come full circle, Alfie must decide what kind of man he wants to be - and who he’s willing to fight for.

NOT MIDNIGHT YET is the powerful final instalment in the Alfie Anderson trilogy. A story about love that refuses to fade, forgiveness that isn’t easy, and the quiet courage it takes to choose happiness before it’s too late.

369 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 13, 2025

About the author

Hi,

I have been writing now for around 16 months (as of end of December 25)

I have written four books. UNHINGE, FATE FELL SHORT and NOT MIDNIGHT YET are part of a trilogy, while 49 THINGS TO DO WITH DAD BEFORE HE DIES is a standalone story.

I am a teacher of politics to trade at a high school just outside of Glasgow. It is a job I love and have done for close to twenty years, which is scary to write down!

My spare time is spent writing, watching football and going to the movies. However, my favourite thing to do is spend time/argue/ with my daughter, Sophie.

I do love a holiday (they are my vice) and I try to get abroad four or five times a year. I love the Canary Islands and have recently discovered Virgin Cruises, which has been bad for my bank balance.

I hope you enjoy reading my work. I try to write about real life in a way that is relatable, with some humour and leave the reader with something to think about.


C x

Reviews

[Amy Newbould]

Final book in this brilliant series and I’m so sad it’s finished!!!!!!

I have enjoyed this series so much! Following along Alfie’s story!

This book was a little more sad for me. 1. As it was the end 2. Some characters were not in it and I missed them 3. I really felt the pain for each character and their journey.

It tackles trauma in a different way and gave me a new way to look at how trauma can be presented!

I was so happy with the ending of this book, it did have a little fear it wasn’t going to go that way however I’m glad it did! It was predictable I think from the second book but sometimes these endings are the best! The ones you want :))))

If you do anything it would be to pick this series up and support the Author! He’s a great guy and I look forward to seeing what he does text!
When things seem to be falling part and look like there’s no end or it’s came to an end just remember
It’s not midnight yet :)

[Alison Carratt]

What a fantastic way to end an amazing trilogy! loved the book from beginning to end and like all of Craig's books I laughed and cried and laughed some more. This time we dive even deeper into some really hard issues and despite being fortunate enough not to experience some of these situations Craig's words make you feel like your right there with them dealing with it all. Alfie, Niamh and the gang feel like friends now and I'm really going to miss them.

[Elizabeth]

I discovered this author only a few weeks ago and just found his writing very relaxing to read with a lot of laughs along the way, I've now read the 3 books in the series, couldn't wait to get onto the next one so would highly recommend this author. I'm so glad he discovered writing because he's an absolute natural and makes the characters feel like you know them and want to know what happens to them next.

[Han]

I absolutely loved this. I didn’t want it to end because time in Alfie’s world feels like time spent with people you genuinely care about. Craig Scoular writes with such warmth, humour and honesty, and Alfie remains one of the most believable and likeable characters I’ve read in years. A book that quietly gets under your skin — and stays there!

[cherise bisset]

brilliant

I really don’t know what I’m going to do now , after reading these three books ha ha . I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the characters and the twists of the story. I feel like I’ve got to know them as if they were my friends and family . All characters are so believable with their own stories to tell . Would recommend.

[Roy Whymark]

Format: Kindle Edition

I love this trilogy (this is the third book after Unhinged and Fate Fell Short). Beautifully written, sad, funny, real. I really came to love the characters. Congratulations Craig Scouler, wonderful books.

[Shirley]

I laughed and l cried, following the characters through their struggles, relationships and experiences was captivating. Reading a book written from a males perspective is surprisingly insightful. I would high recommend reading this trilogy.

[Rachel Mackay]

I binged the whole trilogy in a week. I cired and laughed and cried again. The characters felt so real and relatable. The mix of trauma and humour was done flawlessly. I will miss updates on Alfie Anderson and co. I will recommend these books to everyone I know, just loved them.

[Jacqueline]

What a fantastic series with the perfect ending ❤️

I honestly thought Alfie was going to blow it right until the very end, thankfully he finally made the right choice. Watching his journey unfold was both frustrating and utterly hilarious 😅

One of the things I loved most about this series was the side characters (especially Alan & Ange). I’m genuinely going to miss reading about them and being part of their world.

A brilliant series from start to finish. Highly recommended 🤩

[Billie Jean Tyler]

Awesome books

I was captured by these stories. I had to make sure I was done with chores before I started reading. Great stories and characters!

[MRS P G RUST]

loved all 3 books

Brilliant author, very intuitive. Stories so enjoyable I read them back to back!! Craig, write some more books asap please

[Stacey Keeler]

A brilliant trilogy! Couldn't put it down! Highly recommend!

[Charlotte Jones]

These 3 books were amazing! I was fully invested in the characters from the start.

[Denise]

What a shame to come to the end of the series, loved reading this so much I've cried, I've laughed out loud, I didn't want to put my kindle down! it was so captivating, it should be a TV series .

[Jas Gra]

It’s not midnight yet is going to become a common phrase for me now. The positivity behind it is great and it allows for things not to be perfect.

This is also true of the chracters in the third and final book in this trilogy. Still not a fan of Alfie particularly, bit spoilt and selfish but that's ok as there are plenty of others in the book it feels like it would be a pleasure to know. (Not Alan, he is a nob)

Throughout the three books but particularly in this one the compassion, empathy, love of family and friends and forgiveness shine through. Not everyone gets the complete happy ending that some authors may have felt obliged to give and thats true of life so kudos for that.

Will definitely be reading more by this author.

[Audrey Fevry]

I have read this serie in a week. This is how invested I have been in all the characters. UJ’s and Mags’s part took a little bit to understand as English is not my first language but the phonetic writing for their parts truly added to their characters. Throughout the books, I was rooting for Alfie to heal while also wanting to shake him at times - the storylines left you wanting more and a page-turner this was. The combination of all characters’ complex stories and experience add to the whirl of emotions. I loved it and look forward to reading more from this author

[neil fraser]

Stunning

Wasn't sure at the beginning of book one as I thought this may be a bit silly, on line dating but persevered, then the story clicked on and I grew to love the character's and the story. Must say a year did come to my eye several times.

[Mrs J]

Great read

New author for me and I have just read all 3 in the series, it will make you laugh out loud and make you cry and also wish you had friends like them

[Lynn Crawford]

Wonderful Trilogy!

Wonderful summer read, the books have had me engrossed. Highly recommended !!! Loved the characters - full of emotion and some parts very relatable!

[catherine mullen]

Couldnt put it down,great story,a must read

[Anne Ferretti]

At last the final book in this amazing trilogy. Well worth the wait as it certainly didn't disappoint. This book is funny, sad and happy in equal measures. What an emotional journey Alfie has taken us on. Superb trilogy from a very talented young author. Well done and thank you Craig Scoular.