Set in Darkness by Rankin, Ian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at AbeBooks.co.uk. Another great installment in the world of Ian Rankin's Rebus. Strippers, drugs, and sassy robotic pigs… All in a day’s work for a cyborg detective. Set In Darkness by Ian Rankin. Set in Darkness. Ian Rankin is an extremely skilled mystery writer, and his Rebus creation is awesome. Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2011. It is interesting how in the end these three instances are tied together. Kira must solve the mystery of her past. Published I was glad to realise I hadn't - it was new to me. As I have read all - I think, anyway - of his books about Inspector John Rebus, of the Lothian and Borders Police Department in Edinburgh, I was a little worried when I received this book from AmazonUSA that I had read it years before. It was a long time since I read a Inspector Rebus novel. This is my second time reading Set in Darkness and I had forgotten just what a good story it is. He also manages to write several pages without resorting to four-letter words. We not only see the dark side of Edinburgh life, but we are up front and personal with Rebus' dark side at all times throughout each of the books.This book starts with a mummified body found boarded up in a fireplace at an old building undergoing construction. There are plenty of interesting characters that are well developed. I'm a sucker for anything that looks like it's tangentially related to politics, so off I went. Slightly rushed ending was a shame but still a great read. Set in Darkness: An Inspector Rebus Novel (Inspector Rebus Novels, 11), Previous page of related Sponsored Products. Some flashbacks to earlier novels....but it was good to see "Big Ger" crop up again...he always adds an edge to the tale. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. It's been awhile since i've read old Rebus, and I enjoyed getting back into the series. Please comment/review with any thoughts. Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2019. At times it paralyzes you, making it impossible to act or even utter a single word. Darkness Ablaze Card List, Prices & Collection Management. It is the twelfth installment in the Star Trek franchise and the sequel to the 2009 film Star Trek, as the second in a rebooted film series. If you're attuned to the Scots' way of thinking and speaking, you'll find Rankin's books and stories very interesting. Minotaur Books; Reprint edition (June 22, 2010). You just can't put the book down. I thought I'd give it a read first, the pages do turn easily enough, but I'd say overall it was a variable read, the kind of thing which you will like if you like this kind of thing, but if you don't then this book won't win you over to the writer or genre. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. The latest tale, SET IN DARKNESS, brings to life insight into the Scottish parliament and a flavor for modern day Edinburgh. This part of town always gets a bit spooky when darkness sets in. Fear. ARTICLES. Buy Now: Amazon Apple Google Kobo See All. Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2020. I always enjoy the characters and their humorous dialogue and reaction to one another. Assassin Tanks are the cheese tanks of SWTOR. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. This whole story is about darkness in it's varying forms. Average Customer Ratings. While touring the old hospital which is going to become part of the new political centre, a body is discovered in a boarded over fireplace. Some people would call his novels police procedurals--I suppose these same people would call Christie's Miss Marple series cozies. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. A body is discovered in a wall where the new Scottish parliament is being set up. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. 613-614) (The last line was used as an epitaph for an Astronomer-couple buried at Alleghany Observatory) Someone's going to make a lot of money out of Scotland's independence - and, as Inspector Rebus knows all too well, where there's big money at stake, darkness gathers. Ian Rankin is an extremely skilled mystery writer, and his Rebus creation is awesome. Since I visited Scotland last summer and spent time in Edinburgh, I have really enjoyed immersing myself in stories within that familiar area. These are gritty books that uncover the seedy side of Edinburgh and are beautifully written. This one is one of the best. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime. As always, Rebus' sleuthing is hindered by his personal bad judgement and less-than-respectful approach to dealing with many of his colleagues and superiors. A long forgotten corpse in a walled-up fireplace (fondly called 'skelly' throughout), a nameless, mysterious and bridge-jumping tramp with a bucket of cash stored away and an up-and-coming and popular politician from a famous Edinburgh family. Unable to add item to List. I think I enjoyed this one more because it wasn't just Rebus trying to solve the murders; there were other officers, DS Wylie and Hood, as well as the lovely DS Siobhan Clark, assisting on the case and another of her own. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 24, 2018. Rating: PG-13 or equivalent. Do you enjoy well plotted, fast-paced mysteries? They are also rather easy to play, due to their rather simple rotation, however, you will need to keep track of several forms of active mitigation in order to maximize your surviv… Former FBI-profiler, Eva Rae, is caught off guard by a murderous plan. In this story there are three different crime elements focused on; a man dead for twenty years found behind a wall in th. An old-flame dials up Dallas PI Ed Earl Burch in the small hours after midnight. Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2013. Set in Darkness - G+ Rankin, Ian - 11th in series Two masked men abduct women on their way home from singles bars; a mummified corpse turns up bricked into a fireplace in one of devolved Scotland's new government buildings; a prospective New Labour candidate is battered to death; and Inspector Rebus's old antagonist Ger Cafferty is allowed home from prison to die of cancer...Ian Rankin's gloomy new … Loved the character of Rebus - he is old but wise, snarky at times, but a good detective with good skills. Pairing: Hawkeye/BJ – this means slash. Price: £8.99 ON SALE: 25th June 2009 Genre: Fiction & Related Items / Crime & Mystery. Then, almost before the investigation can commence, an up-and-coming politician from a. Eleventh in the Rebus series, this commences with Rebus being assigned to a security committee who are organising security for the Scottish Parliament, both the temporary building and the site which will eventually become permanent when a lot of construction is completed. . Working three separate cases that might be tied together, a body found in the building site of the new Scotland Parliament, plus a suicide and another murder. Please try your request again later. Set in Darkness is a 2000 crime novel by Ian Rankin. John Rebus is a very complex character-brooding, intelligent, determined to solve mysteries at any cost (even his own career as a policeman in the Edinburgh police force). Another terrific installment in this excellent series. Set in Darkness “Though my soul may set in darkness, it will rise in perfect light; I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” – Sarah Williams. Queensbury House, the home of Scotland's new rulers, falls in the middle of John Rebus' turf, keeping him busy with ceremonial tasks. Someone's going to make a lot of money out of Scotland's independence - and, as Rebus knows all too well, where there's big money at stake, darkness gathers. Almost right away after this 20 some year old body is found, another body which is much fresher is discovered. His characters-especially Inspector Rebus are deeply flawed-not "holier than thou" personalities, yet he manages to make them likable. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Anyway this book did little for me. “1446, that's when the foundations were laid. A well-written plot with enough red herrings to make it interesting but still coming together by the end in a satisfying way. I think I enjoyed this one more because it wasn't just Rebus trying to solve the murders; there were other officers, DS Wylie and Hood, as well as the lovely DS Siobhan Clark, assisting on the case and another of her own. John Rebus, at his deducing best, suspects a link and doggedly pushes himself and his team to prove it. It's been awhile since i've read old Rebus, and I enjoyed getting back into the series. Someone's going to make a lot of money out of Scotland's independence - and, as Inspector Rebus knows all too well, where there's big money at stake, darkness gathers. Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2016. Set in Darkness is another chilling and intelligent crime novel from master of the genre Ian Rankin. If you like dark, intense, high-octane stories with hard-boiled protagonists, then you’ll love Heath’s gritty Alaska noir, Broken Angels. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I have read most of the Rebus novels and this is one of the best. Rankin is so much more than a crime writer. Excellent murder mystery connecting three different crimes twenty years apart in a web of family feuds and political backstabbing. But like all those he encounters, his has demons of his own to battle: a failed marriage, loneliness, alcoholism. I really need to get off my backside and find the time to read this series in chronological order. A homeless man plunges to his death by suicide. Ian Rankin, I've been told, is a master for describing the city of Edinburgh. We’d love your help. Set in Darkness begins at Queensbury House, part of the complex of buildings that will soon house the new Scottish parliament. If you are a fan of United Kingdom police procedurals, then don't miss Rankin's wonderful Rebus series. Other than all being dead what could they possibly have in common? Something went wrong. I like DI John Rebus, he's brooding, clever, determined and a lovable scots character. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Another excellent Rebus mystery. A body is found in a building that is being torn down. Set against the backdrop of the new Scottish Parliament building being built I found the book to be slightly too complicated and confusing at times. (2) The people that walked in darkness . You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges, Or get 4-5 business-day shipping on this item for $5.99 Rankin is a great writer, produces excellent story lines, characters and the history of Scotland, Edinburgh in particular, that encompasses the plot is always factual and interesting. These subplots had all the ingredients to make this another remarkable and fascinating read. This was another great book in the Rebus series (11th) with 3 storylines that came together seamlessly and a possible opening into the next in the line of Rebus novels. Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2010. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. ISBN: 9780752883632. Overall. I rate Ian Rankin as one of the top 10 authors of the world. Another re-appearance of arch enemy, Big Ger Cafferty (Strawman), adds a unique touch. published in multiple languages including English, consists of 448 pages and is available in Paperback format for offline reading. Horace Walpole is credited with coining the term, after the fairy tale ‘The Three Princes of Serendip’, whose titular heroes were always stumbling across things they weren’t looking for.”, Best Police Procedurals - Mystery Fiction, John Grisham's Recommended Thriller Reading List. Almost anything I would say would be a spoiler, so...just read it and enjoy. Well written as always with a good description of a changing Edinburgh in winter.....it's a complex tale of three incidents being drawn together. They had been wandering in the "valley of the shadow of death" (the phrase comes from Psalm 23:4; Job 3:5), almost as in the gloom of Sheol itself.Now there breaks in the dawn of a glorious day. John Rebus, at his deducing best, suspects a link and doggedly pushes himself and his team to prove it. So, I'm living in Edinburgh at the moment, and I'm a massive fan of crime fiction, and yet before now I've never read anything by Ian Rankin. Ian Rankin's "Set in Darkness" is actually a reprint of a book he originally wrote and published in the late 1990's. Had important errands and could not put this book down. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2014. Glitter meets grit in this exciting hard-boiled caper. This time, the political context is the run up to the elections to the new Scottish Parliament, and Rebus finds himself with three mysteries to investigate, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2018. Set In Darkness by Ian Rankin (Orion, £16.99), digested in the style of the original Buy it at BOL. The title comes from the poem "The Old Astronomer" by Sarah Williams. Another in the dark and brutal John Rebus series and as with most of these books, it does not disappoint. I always enjoy the characters and their humorous dialogue and reaction to one another. A Song for the Dark Times: An Inspector Rebus Novel (A Rebus Novel, 23), The Black Book: An Inspector Rebus Novel (Inspector Rebus Novels, 5), Let It Bleed: An Inspector Rebus Novel (Inspector Rebus Novels, 7), The Right Wrong Number: An Ed Earl Burch Novel (Ed Earl Burch Crime Thriller Book 2), Never Forgive Never Forget (Jack Reacher's Special Investigators), The Boat Man: A Suspense Thriller (A Reed & Billie Novel Book 1), Devil's Kitchen: An Inspector Drake Prequel Novella. Rebus is brilliant and troubled as always and has to face his great nemesis who has been returned to the streets. Time to rectify that - I went to Edinburgh Central Library and picked out the paperback with the most interesting looking blurb. "Police fiction at its best," Publishers Weekly. Rebus finds himself partnered with a young and upcoming Detective Inspector who turns out to have a few issues of his own when it comes to women. Someone's going to make a lot of money out of Scotland's independence - and, as Inspector Rebus knows all too well, where there's big money at stake, darkness gathers. SET IN DARKNESS is Rankin's latest novel in his Inspector Rebus series and a remarkable purview of the darker side to humanity. Set in Darkness was written while the new Parliament building was under construction and a (fictitious) body was found in the old walls being torn down to make way for the new. He loves his whisky, food and cigarettes and makes a fantastic copper hell bent on doing everything against the rules! Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout. Read free book excerpt from Set In Darkness by Ian Rankin, page 1 of 6 I halfway through his Malcolm Fox "Complaints" it is so good I don't want to put it down. This is a dark descent into murder, family dynamics and corruption. Someone's going to make a lot of money out of Scotland's independence - and, as Inspector Rebus knows all too well, where there's big money at stake, darkness gathers.Set in Darkness is another chilling and intelligent crime novel from master of the genre Ian Rankin. Working three separate cases that might be tied together, a body found in the building site of the new Scotland Parliament, plus a suicide and another murder. While touring the old hospital which is going to become part of the new political centre, a body is discovered in a boarded over fireplace. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Centiskorch V Max fulfills the role of a strong, tanky and reliable fire type card … And Jerry was apprehended fleeing the scene / or he turned himself in.... Ah, I fancied a novel to read and my Mum asked me to drop this one off in the book exchange box round the corner in the neighbouring street. This was another great book in the Rebus series (11th) with 3 storylines that came together seamlessly and a p. I like DI John Rebus, he's brooding, clever, determined and a lovable scots character. A skeleton is discover walled up in the fireplace of a building being demolished; a homeless man leaps to his death from a bridge; and a MSP candidate is found murdered....lots of secrets here. The Dark Yorkshire Series: Books 1 to 3 in the gripping crime thriller series (The ... Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. As well, DI Derek Linford, the poster boy for quick advancement, with his own secrets. She might just get him killed in this hard-boiled Texas thriller. The book is set in interesting times, before the building of our Scottish Parliament, hence it gives quite a bit of background history to the area where eventually the Parliament was built, among much controversy I may add. Set in Darkness is the eleventh Ian Rankin book to be based on the life of his detective John Rebus. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2015, This was Inspector Rebus's second foray into the world of politics following his earlier brush with the corridors of power in 'Let it Bleed'. They have access to the strongest defensive cooldown in the game in Force Shroud, are able to ignore quite a few tank swap mechanics, and have the ability to outright ignore mechanics that would kill other tanks. A body is found in a building that is being torn down. Besides solving the case he is a help to the newbie's on the staff - and the writer does a wonderful job describing the Scottish city in which it takes place. I look forward to the next book in the series and would highly recommend reading this series in order as the stories build one upon another. What I really enjoy about Mr. Rankin's books are his perfectly believable and sinister plots that just roll along with no. 4 out of 5 stars 4.1 out of 5.0 5 Stars 82 4 Stars 60 3 Stars 23 2 Stars 7 1 Stars 8 Performance. Star Trek Into Darkness is a 2013 American science fiction action film directed by J. J. Abrams and written by Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman, and Damon Lindelof. I cannot recommed this crime series enough. .--The words throw us back upon Isaiah 8:21-22.The prophet sees in his vision a light shining on the forlorn and weary wanderers. This book is once again set in Edinburgh and the author does an excellent job giving us a description of the city and some of it's nasty parts. The title is perfect for this book. However, Rankin is such an amazing creator of real people that I can't put anything he wrote down. ), Gold Dagger award-winner Rankin has woven a plot grittier and tighter than ever. This Orion hardcover is signed by Ian Rankin. Big Ger is the boss at the top of the Edinburgh criminal underworld. John Rebus is a very complex character-brooding, intelligent, determined to solve mysteries at any cost (even his own career as a policeman in the Edinburgh police force). Can a small town's newest cop stop a ruthless killer? With three different cases being worked, one possible suicide and two murders Rebus senses they could be linked but what is the link? As always, it's wonderful even if the ending isn't quite as satisfactory as some might like. What I really enjoy about Mr. Rankin's books are his perfectly believable and sinister plots that just roll along with no lagging or side stepping. “A beautifully written series” ―New York Times Book Review“A brilliant series” ―Entertainment Weekly“Crime fiction at its best” ―Washington Post Book World, Set in Darkness: An Inspe... I always enjoy Rebus 's sense of humour and irreverence towards his colleagues, superiors and villains alike. Available in used condition with free delivery in the UK. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Nic was killed by Jerry. The continuing character of Big Ger Cafferty makes another appearance and is involved up to his neck in the goings-on. I am steadily working my way through all the DI Rebus books but not neccesarily in the correct order and have enjoyed all of them but I did find this one a bit confusing and not the best in the series. Thu 2 Mar 2000 21.17 EST. Alexis Parker is back. Set in Darkness is the eleventh Ian Rankin book to be based on the life of his detective John Rebus. by Minotaur Books. One of the Best Works of Ian Rankin. To top it all off Cafferty, Rebus' old nemesis, has been released from jail because of a diagnosis of terminal cancer. Queensbury House, the home of Scotland's new rulers, falls in the middle of John Rebus' turf, keeping him busy with ceremonial tasks. Meanwhile two guys, friends since childhood, are roaming the streets at night, picking up women and raping them, leaving no trace behind. Set in Darkness is another chilling and intelligent crime novel from master of the genre Ian Rankin. Would recommend. But that was part of the fun, and now I'm used to it. The murder mystery is intelligent and entertaining, and the characters, especially Rebus, retain that feeling of genuineness while dealing with power-struggles, and intrigue. Another re-appearance of arch enemy, Big Ger Cafferty (Strawman), adds a unique touch. The main characters of Set in Darkness novel are Inspector John Rebus, Emma. I didn't give it 5 stars because it was a bit too wordy. A long forgotten corpse in a walled-up fireplace (fondly called 'skelly' throughout), a nameless, mysterious and bridge-jumping tramp with a bucket of cash stored away and an up-and-coming and popular politician from a famous Edinburgh family. Another Rebus book that I enjoyed, I just really want him to quit the drink! Buy Set In Darkness By Ian Rankin. Eleventh in the Rebus series, this commences with Rebus being assigned to a security committee who are organising security for the Scottish Parliament, both the temporary building and the site which will eventually become permanent when a lot of construction is completed. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Average Customer Ratings. Then, almost before the investigation can commence, an up-and-coming politician from a wealthy and influential family is found murdered on the same site, and Rebus' colleague Siobhan witnesses the suicide of a homeless man - who she discovers has a building society book for an account with four hundred thousands pounds. The links between the three deaths lead Rebus to a confrontation with one of Edinburgh's most notorious criminals, a man he thought he'd put in jail for life. Manchester Guardian, UK A series whose time has come…complex, humane and gripping, this is a perfect introduction to the art of Ian Rankin, head capo of the Scots mystery MacMafia. The continuing character of Big Ger Cafferty makes another appearance and is i. Audiobook - 16:26 hours - Narrator: Samuel Gillies. Sarah Williams (from _Best Loved Poems of the American People_, Hazel Felleman, ed. Refresh and try again. Set In Darkness is the eleventh Rebus novel in the series. 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