Inspector Rebus
Series by Ian RankinDive into the gritty world of Scottish Tartan Noir with Inspector Rebus, Edinburgh’s flawed yet compelling detective who navigates the murky depths of crime and morality, confronting both external villains and his own aging demons across an evocative and evolving landscape.
In the shadowy streets of Edinburgh, where the ancient charm of cobbled alleys meets the darker undercurrents of humanity, Inspector John Rebus navigates a labyrinth of crime, morality, and the complexities of the human spirit. A seasoned detective with a penchant for solitude, Rebus is driven not just by the thrill of the chase but by a relentless pursuit of truth in a city brimming with secrets and betrayal. Caught in a web of intrigue, he faces off against cunning criminals, challenging the status quo while grappling with his own past demons. Each case unfolds a chilling narrative, from the sinister machinations of organized crime to the haunting echoes of unsolved mysteries, all set against the backdrop of Edinburgh’s atmospheric landscape, where history and modernity collide. Rankin masterfully weaves themes of justice, guilt, and redemption into each installment, creating a gripping saga that lingers long after the last page. Dive into the world of Inspector Rebus, where every shadow tells a story, and no one is quite who they seem—can you uncover the truth before it's too late?
Books in this Series
Inspector Rebus
Knots and Crosses
Published in 1987
Hide and Seek
Published in 1991
Tooth and Nail / Wolfman
Published in 1992
Strip Jack
Published in 1992
The Black Book
Published in 1993
Mortal Causes
Published in 1994
Let It Bleed
Published in 1995
Black and Blue
Published in 1997
The Hanging Garden
Published in 1998
Dead Souls
Published in 1999
Set in Darkness
Published in 2000
The Falls
Published in 2001
Resurrection Men
Published in 2002
A Question of Blood
Published in 2003
Fleshmarket Alley / Fleshmarket Close
Published in 2004
The Naming of the Dead
Published in 2006
Exit Music
Published in 2007
Standing in Another Man's Grave
Published in 2012
Saints of the Shadow Bible
Published in 2013
Even Dogs in the Wild
Published in 2015
Rather Be the Devil
Published in 2016
In a House of Lies
Published in 2018
A Song for the Dark Times
Published in 2020
A Heart Full of Headstones
Published in 2022
Midnight and Blue
Published in 2024
Inspector Rebus Short Stories/ Novellas
A Good Hanging
Published in 1992
Death is Not the End
Published in 1998
A Good Hanging and Other Stories
Published in 2003
In the Nick of Time
Published in 2014
The Beat Goes On
Published in 2014
Long Shadows (Play)
Published in 2019