Standing in Another Man's Grave: (A Rebus Novel)

It's twenty-five years since John Rebus appeared on the scene and five years since he retired. But 2012 sees his return in STANDING IN ANOTHER MAN'S GRAVE. Not only is Rebus as stubborn and anarchic as ever, but he finds himself in trouble with Rankin's latest creation, Malcolm Fox of Edinburgh's internal affairs unit. Added to which, Rebus may be about to derail the career of his ex-colleague Siobhan Clarke, while himself being permanently derailed by mob boss and old adversary Big Ger Cafferty. But all Rebus wants to do is discover the truth about a series of seemingly unconnected disappearances stretching back to the millennium. The problem being, no one else wants to go there - and that includes Rebus' fellow officers. Not that any of that is going to stop Rebus. Not even when his own life and the careers of those around him are on the line.

About the Author :
Ian Rankin is the internationally bestselling author of the Inspector Rebus and Detective Malcolm Fox novels, as well as a string of stand-alone thrillers. His books have been translated into 36 languages and are bestsellers on several continents. Ian is the recipient of four CWA Dagger Awards and in 2004, won America's celebrated Edgar Award. He is also the recipient of honorary degrees from the universities of Abertay, St Andrews, Hull and Edinburgh and received the OBE for services to literature, opting to receive the prize in his home city of Edinburgh, where he lives with his partner and two sons.

Review :
Rebus has returned... and it's a treat to welcome him back Needless to say, Rankin soon - once again - has the bit between his teeth. Rankin, as ever, does this better than most The prose is as ferocious as ever; the sense of place matchless; this is British crime-writing of the finest, lasting quality. Rebus is without doubt one of the funniest among the classical fictional detectives, and his 19th case features some fine one-liners... STANDING IN ANOTHER MAN'S GRAVE is Rankin's most interesting book politically... Cheeringly, it seems clear from the final pages that there will be more Rebus books to chart the next stage in Scotland's story. Rankin draws us into a thematically rich plot that evolves into a meditation on morality and how best to asses a man's worth... Rebus is one of the most popular fictional characters of our generation. Gritty and hard-hitting, it's the work of a writer at the very top of his game. Ian Rankin's now iconic Rebus series provides a better biography of modern Edinburgh over the past 25 years than almost anything else. Genius... Rankin once again proves himself to be the consummate master of crime. Rebus hasn't changed; he's as sharp, petty, curmudgeonly and likeable as ever. Rebus is back, in a novel long, meaty and persuasive enough to make up for the years of absence. Rankin's dialogue flows so naturally that it's easy to dismiss his subtler gifts; no one captures the bleak grandeur of Scotland, or the mindset of those charged with upholding its law, in quite the same way. For crime novel aficionados, this year's literary sensation is not 50 Shades of whatever or JK Rowling's non-magical foray into adult fiction. No, it is the return of one of the genre's finest characters; and what a welcome return it is. Auld acquaintance is gleefully renewed when Rankin brings cantankerous John Rebus out of retirement in a civilian role for an Edinburgh cold case team - *9 Thrilling, funny and intelligent, this is crime fiction at its best Rebus - and Rankin - are both on top form in this enjoyable detective novel Genius... Rankin once again proves himself to be the consummate master of crime Ian Rankin's fiction is as reliable as it is successful, so this installment will thrill his many fans An impeccably crafted whodunnit Now we know retirement has not withered Rebus Rebus is back and the result is an outstanding whodunit, a book that should be read by anyone wanting to experience the very best of modern crime fiction. It is high praise indeed to suggest that this is the finest book Ian Rankin has ever written: but in our view it is Vintage Rankin... [a] thoroughly absorbing, endlessly twisting tale. I was gripped from first page to last - and so will you be Vintage Rebus A seasonal treat for crime fiction fans Rankin's malcontent still makes for an irresistably morose companion Genius... Rankin once again proves himself to be the consummate master of crime. Ian Rankin's fiction is as reliable as it is successful, so this installment will thrill his many fans. Rebus has returned... and it's a treat to welcome him back Rebus is without doubt one of the funniest among the classical fictional detectives, and his 19th case features some fine one-liners... STANDING IN ANOTHER MAN'S GRAVE is Rankin's most interesting book politically... Cheeringly, it seems clear from the final pages that there will be more Rebus books to chart the next stage in Scotland's story Rankin draws us into a thematically rich plot that evolves into a meditation on morality and how best to asses a man's worth... Rebus is one of the most popular fictional characters of our generation. Now we know retirement has not withered Rebus Rebus is back and the result is an outstanding whodunit, a book that should be read by anyone wanting to experience the very best of modern crime fiction. It is high praise indeed to suggest that this is the finest book Ian Rankin has ever written: but in our view it is. Rebus hasn't changed; he's as sharp, petty, curmudgeonly and likeable as ever. Vintage Rankin... [a] thoroughly absorbing, endlessly twisting tale. I was gripped from first page to last - and so will you be. Vintage Rebus Gritty and hard-hitting, it's the work of a writer at the very top of his game. The prose is as ferocious as ever; the sense of place matchless; this is British crime-writing of the finest, lasting quality. A seasonal treat for crime fiction fans. Rankin's malcontent still makes for an irresistibly morose companion Rankin's dialogue flows so naturally that it's easy to dismiss his subtler gifts; no one captures the bleak grandeur of Scotland, or the mindset of those charged with upholding its law, in quite the same way. "For crime novel aficionados, this year's literary sensation is not 50 Shades of whatever or JK Rowling's non-magical foray into adult fiction. No, it is the return of one of the genre's finest characters; and what a welcome return it is. Rebus is back, in a novel long, meaty and persuasive enough to make up for the years of absence. Ian Rankin's now iconic Rebus series provides a better biography of modern Edinburgh over the past 25 years than almost anything else.