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by Ian Rankin (Author)
3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 406 pages
  • Publisher: Orion; First Edition, First Impression edition (4 Feb 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0752807234
  • ISBN-13: 978-0752807232
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16.4 x 4.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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When an author is as successful as Rankin has been with his tough and idiomatic Scottish thrillers, a problem sets in after several books: how to keep the formula fresh?

Rankin has delivered a powerful series of books featuring his beleaguered DI John Rebus, and while never less than gripping, a certain tiredness seemed to be setting in. Thankfully, this new novel is a resounding return to form, with a plot as enjoyably labyrinthine as any Rankin enthusiast could wish and pithy dialogue that fairly leaps off the page. Stalking the streets of Edinburgh on the trail of a poisoner, Rebus hits upon a freed paedophile and his subsequent outing of the man leaves him with very mixed feelings. But another problem develops for Rebus: a convicted murderer has him in his sights for some lethal games. And the tabloid press lionising of Rebus won't help him in this situation. As always, Rankin is perfectly ready to tackle contentious issues--precisely the thing that gives his books their powerful sense of veracity. And Rebus, no longer in danger of having a soap opera-like accumulation of personal problems, seems as fresh and well-observed character as in those first exhilarating books. Rankin has caught his form again, with even more assurance. -- Barry Forshaw

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A call from an old friend brings back memories and more than a little guilt for DI John Rebus. An old schoolfriend's son has gone missing, the ghost of Jack Morton is inhabiting Rebus' dreams, a part-time poisoner is terrorising the local zoo and a freed paedophile rouses the vigilantes.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Rebus masterpiece, 17 Jan 2002
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Another intriguing Rebus novel, with lots going on, plenty of suspense, and lots of good Edinburgh insights. My first Rebus novel was The Falls - this second reading of Rebus shows what a master Rankin is as you see how the character develops. I think I'm going to now read the series through and start with book 1 so that I can follow things through chronologically. If you've not read Rankin before then I recommend you do - mind you - you'll find you can't put it down - so make sure you've got some time on your hands!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A complex, clever and satisfying read, 27 Dec 1999
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This is the first of Ian Rankin's books I have read and I will definitely be coming back for more. His hero, Rebus, is a complex, flawed but realistic detective. Serial killer Cary Oakes is a chilling and intelligent adversary. Rankin writes exceptionally well. Dead Souls has numerous sub-plots, each as interesting as the main story. The loose ends are tied together in a satisfying and exciting climax. I would definitely recommend this book to all those hard-to-please lovers of crime fiction.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books Ian Rankin has penned., 9 Mar 2001
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This is one of the ebst books Ian Rankin has penned. With the possible exceptions of Black Book and The Hanging Garden (a wonderful title by the way)

The plot is typically labyrinthine (hope i spelled it right) But simple to grasp. It throws up, as all his do, many different topical issues (peadophillia, missing persons, releasing convicted murderers etc) All of which are dealt with wonderful compassion and a biting relism.

The writing is wonderfully fresh and original, easy to understand, and the short one liners Rebus often delivers are classics of fiction. This book shows the dark side of relaity, which can all too easlity become the one people most assosciate with.

The characters are simply marvellous. Even thought you know it is wron, you are willing Rebus and Janice to get together again after all these years, even though both are spoken for. But the best character in this book (even though she is not featured all that much) has got to be Amanda Petrie. She has lodged herself in my mind, even though i finished it about 4 dayas ago, and she's still not gone. Wonderful.

Beware though, if you happen to be new to Rankin, this is not the best to start with as it assumes you have previous knowledge of the series, which if you want to fully understand the haunted character of Rebus, it is vital to have.

If you are looking to start the series, work through the series in order. The mistake i made was to not do that, and i found myself in a right old muddle!!!!

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1.0 out of 5 stars For "Dead Souls" read Dead Prose, Dead Plots
The yards of portentous sub-acedemic prose quoted on the back of paperbacks like "Dead Souls", which would make you think you're about to read Dickens or Dostoievsky. Read more
Published on 2 May 2003 by MR C TERRY

3.0 out of 5 stars Unremittingly grim...
This is my first attempt at a Rankin-Rebus novel, having bought it from a restricted selection whilst on holiday. Read more
Published on 25 Jun 2002 by Andy Millward

4.0 out of 5 stars Must Get
My first read of a Rankin Novel and it managed to hook me. If you have a spare day or two or are at a loose end then this book is a "must get". Read more
Published on 4 Sep 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad, Not bad.
Well, this was my first taste of Ian RAnkin and I have to admit I quite enijoyed it. The start was a little confusing but the mystery soon unfolded. Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2000 by spud@theqm.net

1.0 out of 5 stars Obviously not a good one to start with
Taking on board the comments of Rankin fans, I suppose I should not dismiss the whole series on the strength of this feeble effort. But it's hard not to. Read more
Published on 31 Jul 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Not quite up there
I am quite a fan of the Rebus series, but, without giving too much away, this is a gripping but ultimately slightly disappointing read. Read more
Published on 25 May 2000 by Clive Pacey

3.0 out of 5 stars Not the best Rebus
If this is your first taste of Rankin and Rebus, you may be forgiven for thinking that he (Rankin) is an average thriller/mystery writer. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Looking forward to reading the back-log!
As with many of the previous reviewers,I too was a 'Rebus virgin'.Dead souls is an excellent read,so good infact that I ordered the other nine novels in this series from Amazon.
Published on 29 Jan 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Crime at its best
I am not a crime fan, I normally find the books follow a formula. However, this book was slightly different and I found it more realistic that not everything came together in a... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2000 by monkeyuk

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
This is the first of Ian Rankin's books that I have read. I agree whole-heartedly that he has a gripping style, with chilling characters. Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2000 by duncanwhite@england.com

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