Starting at the end, with a suspect caught, the series moves backwards in time through the string of gruesome murders, gradually unraveling the truth. Enigmatic, unrelenting and charismatic, we follow DCI Gabriel Markham as he is propelled in an obsessive hunt for a serial killer who left a mark on him both physically and mentally. As the clock ticks back, and Gabriel's personal and professional lives unfurl, we explore the painful psychology of a man disfigured, while the shock waves from the crime ripple out in reverse. Alongside a thrilling chase to catch a brutal killer, Rellik explores the very nature of motivation, as we delve deeper into the past to uncover the events that shape a person into who they will become.
This excellent crime drama employs a unique method of telling the tale. Most of it is in a pseudo-backwards format, where the time-line is wound backwards to a point and then played for a while before heading backwards some more. This way you get to see consequences of actions before the actions take place.
It makes for a fascinating watch, and one you have to concentrate on quite hard. I can understand why some people are marking this down because of this.
Stick with it though, and you are rewarded handsomely. I shall refrain from elaborating more as I detest spoilers of even the smallest kind.