But even as he keeps it out of the headlines, Rebus probes where no probing is wanted - and doesnt appreciate the side steps and power plays. Gale is equally effective in his portrayal of Rankins supporting characters.

But Rebus has never been one to stick to the rules, and when Siobhan has a very personal reason for hunting down a riot cop, it looks as though both Rebus and Clarke may be up against their own side. WHEN AN INTERNATIONAL conference delegate falls to his death during a dinner at Edinburgh Castle, John Rebus is given what looks like a simple suicide to write up. The Naming of the Dead Ian Rankin,, read by James Gale. When Rebus also starts looking into the apparent suicide of an MP, he is abruptly warned off the case, not least because the G8 leaders have gathered in Scotland, and Rebus's bosses want him well out of the way. That is, until Detective Inspector John Rebus and DS Siobhan Clarke uncover evidence that a serial killer is on the loose. When it was published it became clear that. Yes, it is that good' NEWS OF THE WORLDĪ murder has been committed - but as the victim was a rapist, recently released from prison, no one is too concerned about the crime. You need have no fears about The Naming Of The Dead, Ian Rankins 16th outing for Detective Inspector John Rebus. 'This is possibly the best novel you will read in your life full stop. The topicality and eye for detail are awesome' Jilly Cooper

The sixteenth Inspector Rebus novel from 'Britain's best crime novelist' DAILY EXPRESS and No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES Who will take The Plea When billionaire David Child is arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, Clara.

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