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's 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.
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Genius... Rankin once again proves himself to be the consummate master of crime. (David Robinson SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY)
Ian Rankin's fiction is as reliable as it is successful, so this installment will thrill his many fans. (LITERARY REVIEW)
Rebus has returned... and it's a treat to welcome him back (TIMES)
An impeccably crafted whodunnit (John Dugdale SUNDAY TIMES)
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 (Mark Lawson GUARDIAN)
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. (Declan Burke IRISH TIMES)
Now we know retirement has not withered Rebus (Jake Kerridge DAILY TELEGRAPH)
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. (UNDISCOVEREDSCOTLAND.COM)
Rebus hasn't changed; he's as sharp, petty, curmudgeonly and likeable as ever. (IRISH SUNDAY INDEPENDENT 20121202)
Vintage Rankin... [a] thoroughly absorbing, endlessly twisting tale. I was gripped from first page to last - and so will you be. (READER'S DIGEST)
Vintage Rebus (MORNING STAR 20121127)
Gritty and hard-hitting, it's the work of a writer at the very top of his game. (SUNDAY MIRROR 20121104)
The prose is as ferocious as ever; the sense of place matchless; this is British crime-writing of the finest, lasting quality. (Geoffry Wansell DAILY MAIL 20121123)
A seasonal treat for crime fiction fans. (CHOICE 20121206)
Rankin's malcontent still makes for an irresistibly morose companion (i 20121122)
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. (Christopher Fowler FINANCIAL TIMES 20121124)
"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. (SUNDAY EXPRESS 20121118)
Rebus is back, in a novel long, meaty and persuasive enough to make up for the years of absence. (Allan Massie SPECTATOR 20121110)
Ian Rankin's now iconic Rebus series provides a better biography of modern Edinburgh over the past 25 years than almost anything else. (Alex Heminsley INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY)
Ian Rankin's fiction is as reliable as it is successful, so this installment will thrill his many fans. (LITERARY REVIEW)
Rebus has returned... and it's a treat to welcome him back (TIMES)
An impeccably crafted whodunnit (John Dugdale SUNDAY TIMES)
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 (Mark Lawson GUARDIAN)
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. (Declan Burke IRISH TIMES)
Now we know retirement has not withered Rebus (Jake Kerridge DAILY TELEGRAPH)
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. (UNDISCOVEREDSCOTLAND.COM)
Rebus hasn't changed; he's as sharp, petty, curmudgeonly and likeable as ever. (IRISH SUNDAY INDEPENDENT 20121202)
Vintage Rankin... [a] thoroughly absorbing, endlessly twisting tale. I was gripped from first page to last - and so will you be. (READER'S DIGEST)
Vintage Rebus (MORNING STAR 20121127)
Gritty and hard-hitting, it's the work of a writer at the very top of his game. (SUNDAY MIRROR 20121104)
The prose is as ferocious as ever; the sense of place matchless; this is British crime-writing of the finest, lasting quality. (Geoffry Wansell DAILY MAIL 20121123)
A seasonal treat for crime fiction fans. (CHOICE 20121206)
Rankin's malcontent still makes for an irresistibly morose companion (i 20121122)
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. (Christopher Fowler FINANCIAL TIMES 20121124)
"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. (SUNDAY EXPRESS 20121118)
Rebus is back, in a novel long, meaty and persuasive enough to make up for the years of absence. (Allan Massie SPECTATOR 20121110)
Ian Rankin's now iconic Rebus series provides a better biography of modern Edinburgh over the past 25 years than almost anything else. (Alex Heminsley INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY)
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63 of 67 people found the following review helpful
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What a joy to have my old friend Rebus back and on top form! For the first (and only!) time in my life I feel I have to thank the government for putting up the retirement age, so giving Ian Rankin this opportunity to resurrect my all time favourite policeman. Curmudgeonly as ever, but with dry sense of humour very much intact, (...to a woman with multiple piercings who refuses a drink - 'Pity, I wanted to see if you leak...') Rebus is now working in the cold cases unit. But when a young girl goes missing he makes a connection with a previous disappearance and quickly finds a way to shoehorn himself into the current investigation. The case involves several disappearances all linked to the A9 road, so Rebus is forced to leave his Edinburgh comfort zone and travel into the small towns and rural communities of the north. As he points out, he sometimes feels he's never been this far from a pub in his life.
The old characters are here - Siobhan, still unable to do the sensible thing and cut her links with her maverick old mentor; Big Ger Cafferty, like Rebus semi-retired, but still with a finger in every criminal pie. But we also meet up with Malcolm Fox of The Complaints - since Rebus has applied to rejoin the force, Fox has been tasked with checking him out and is convinced that his links with Cafferty are a sign of corruption. It's a neat trick of Rankin's to show us Fox from the other side in this book - to Rebus he's the bad guy and it's very enjoyable to see if the old fox can outrun the new one.
I enjoyed both of the Malcolm Fox books hugely and hope Rankin does more of them, but oh, the pleasure of having Rebus back...I hope the government puts the police retirement age up to eighty! Highly recommended.
The old characters are here - Siobhan, still unable to do the sensible thing and cut her links with her maverick old mentor; Big Ger Cafferty, like Rebus semi-retired, but still with a finger in every criminal pie. But we also meet up with Malcolm Fox of The Complaints - since Rebus has applied to rejoin the force, Fox has been tasked with checking him out and is convinced that his links with Cafferty are a sign of corruption. It's a neat trick of Rankin's to show us Fox from the other side in this book - to Rebus he's the bad guy and it's very enjoyable to see if the old fox can outrun the new one.
I enjoyed both of the Malcolm Fox books hugely and hope Rankin does more of them, but oh, the pleasure of having Rebus back...I hope the government puts the police retirement age up to eighty! Highly recommended.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Opus_Seven
Format:Hardcover
Was looking forward to this, and it didn't disappoint.
Well-written, fast-paced, good characterisation and a plot that had enough turns to intrigue.
Not completely sure of Malcom Fox , but he was a useful enough character, or foil, for the plot, if not for Rebus.
There should have been more explanation at the end, which would have added to the book, since it did seem a touch contrived and, frankly, hurried, almost as if the "required ending" wasn't needed.
Not as good as some Rebus outings ( Black Book, The Falls, Resurrection men ) but entertaining and, overall, satisfying enough.
Well-written, fast-paced, good characterisation and a plot that had enough turns to intrigue.
Not completely sure of Malcom Fox , but he was a useful enough character, or foil, for the plot, if not for Rebus.
There should have been more explanation at the end, which would have added to the book, since it did seem a touch contrived and, frankly, hurried, almost as if the "required ending" wasn't needed.
Not as good as some Rebus outings ( Black Book, The Falls, Resurrection men ) but entertaining and, overall, satisfying enough.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Duncan Evans
Format:Hardcover
I was given this as a Christmas present, and have to say that it is a thoroughly enjoyable read, almost unputdownable. Beautifully written by Ian Rankin, his evocative description of travelling around the desolate yet beautiful Scottish Highlands is spot on. The characterisation of Rebus and his unhealthy existence is superb. This book was so much more enjoyable than the sub-standard writing of many crime novelists e.g. Peter James.
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Is this Really the Last rebus novel?
Rebus comes out of retirement (hopefully not for the last time) and with Malcolm Fox behind him this makes another excellent read. I can't recommend it highly enough.... Read more
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Very difficult to put down as it's up to Ian Rankin's standard, what more can I say to use words!
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Another gem from Ian rankin
I admit I am biased I love Ian rankin and I love the rebus series what's not to like about it
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fantastic story
As usual the best read ever.I just love John Rebus and by bringing in Malcolm Fox it's made my day
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Standing in another man's grave
My first expedition with Rankin. Characterisation superb. Rebus is a believable detective and hero. Out of a long lost generation.
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Good thriller
Excellent read for holiday book. The title was very apt; Rebus is a rather depressing character but nevertheless I enjoyed the read.
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Rebus encountering Fox: genius!
I listened to the unabridged recording of this book, read by James McPherson. It was so very satisfying on all fronts: as always, the characters are complex and flawed and... Read more
Published 10 days ago by A. McDowall
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I didn't buy this for a while because I didn't want my opinion of the excellent Rebus series to be dimmed by reading of him in his twilight years.like someone out of 'New Tricks'. Read more
Published 10 days ago by eddiesview
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Great to see the old Rebus back with avengence, but I found the plot disappointing. The actual crimes get lost at times, which I can accept to a point, but the ending is really... Read more
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