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Let It Bleed

The number one bestselling series that inspired BBC One’s REBUS
Series: A Rebus Novel
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Let It Bleed by Ian Rankin is a gripping crime thriller following Detective Inspector John Rebus as he grapples with a perplexing case set in Edinburgh. The story unfolds with Rebus diving into a web of political intrigue and corruption while trying to uncover the truth behind a series of disturbing events that challenge his investigative skills and moral compass. As Rebus navigates through complex relationships and hidden agendas, the novel presents a tense and atmospheric journey in the heart of Scottish crime fiction.
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You might enjoy this gripping crime thriller if you appreciate complex plots and clever detective work. Full of suspense and intriguing twists, it delves deeply into Edinburgh's darker side through the eyes of the experienced Inspector Rebus. If you're a fan of engaging narratives that explore the moral grey areas of crime and justice, this book is a great choice.

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Let It Bleed

The seventh Inspector Rebus novel from the No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES.
'Rankin continues to be unsurpassed among living British crime writers' THE TIMES

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Rebus is one of fiction's greatest creations MARIAN KEYES

In the depths of Edinburgh winter, the bodies are piling up for Detective John Rebus – two suicides, a murder, and the mysterious death of an inmate in one of Scotland's largest prisons.

When his investigation uncovers a web of conspiracy among the city's political elite, it's clear that everything Rebus holds dear – his job, his life, even his young daughter – is now at stake.

As he risks it all to make those responsible pay for their crimes, Rebus finds that some of his enemies are above the law – but perhaps not beyond justice...

Rebus is one of British crime writing's greatest characters: alongside Holmes, Poirot and Morse DAILY MAIL

The king of crime fiction SUNDAY EXPRESS

Ian Rankin's A HEART FULL OF HEADSTONES was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 10th October 2022 and w/c 1st May 2023

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Ian Rankin is widely praised as one of the top British crime writers, with Let It Bleed being noted for its complex and gripping mystery. Critics regard Rankin as a genius in the genre, continuing to deliver compelling stories that stand out among crime fiction greats. His lead character is considered one of the most captivating figures in crime literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398720558

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 December 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 267g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Ian Rankin is the multimillion-copy worldwide bestseller of over thirty novels and creator of John Rebus. His books have been translated into thirty-six languages and have been adapted for radio, the stage and the screen.

Rankin is the recipient of four Crime Writers' Association Dagger Awards, including the Diamond Dagger, the UK's most prestigious award for crime fiction. In the United States, he has won the celebrated Edgar Award and been shortlisted for the Anthony Award. In Europe, he has won Denmark's Palle Rosenkrantz Prize, the French Grand Prix du Roman Noir and the German Deutscher Krimipreis.

He is the recipient of honorary degrees from universities across the UK, is a Fellow of The Royal Society of Edinburgh and a Fellow of The Royal Society of Literature, and has received an OBE for his services to literature.

Website: IanRankin.net

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Facebook: IanRankinBooks

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