An Inspector Rebus novel

Ian Rankin

Detective Inspector John Rebus is drawn into a baffling case when an ex-SAS soldier opens fire at an elite private school, killing three students before taking his own life. As Rebus delves into the investigation, he uncovers a complex web of secrets and lies connecting the victims, the shooter, and the powerful figures who seek to keep the truth buried. Facing pressure from above and a ticking clock, Rebus must navigate the murky depths of privilege and betrayal to expose the motive behind the senseless violence before the trail goes cold.

Ian Rankin

A brutal murder, marked by a chillingly precise series of shots, plunges Inspector John Rebus into a case that hits dangerously close to home. As Rebus delves into the victim's past, he uncovers a tangled web of old loyalties and simmering resentments. He must navigate the murky waters of Edinburgh's underworld and confront ghosts from his own history to find the killer before the body count rises. This gripping installment in the acclaimed Inspector Rebus series explores themes of justice, betrayal, and the enduring consequences of past actions.