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The Naming of the Dead

By: Ian Rankin
Narrated by: James Macpherson
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A murder has been committed - but as the victim was a rapist, recently released from prison, no one is too concerned about the crime. That is, until Detective Inspector John Rebus and DS Siobhan Clarke uncover evidence that a serial killer is on the loose...

When Rebus also starts looking into the apparent suicide of an MP, he is abruptly warned off the case, not least because the G8 leaders have gathered in Scotland, and Rebus's bosses want him well out of the way.

But Rebus has never been one to stick to the rules, and when Siobhan has a very personal reason for hunting down a riot cop, it looks as though both Rebus and Clarke may be up against their own side...

©2006 John Rebus Ltd (P)2014 Orion Publishing Group Crime Fiction Detective Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Traditional Detectives

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A great yarn, very complex and nice and long. Expertly narrated by James Macpherson.

Pure Rankin

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Another instalment of Oor (Our) Rebus and the other fantastic characters. The story again pushes the boundaries of fiction, however does not detract from the enjoyment. Some, small twists, which add to another good read/listen.

Great Characters

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Ian Rankin is undoubtedly amongst the greatest writers of our times and James Macpherson brings Rebus and his Edinburgh to life in a totally believable way. I have been a fan since Ian Rankin's first book 'Knots & Crosses' and can find no fault in any of the following 24 books. Well done Ian, 'The Naming of the Dead' is every bit as insightful and engaging as any other book in your wonderful Rebus series.

What a wonderful series

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Another great Rebus always enjoy reading Ian Rankin books. Hope there are many more to come

Brilliant

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Ian Rankin - simply streets ahead of the ones who fail to keep it real.

Always unputdownable

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A vivid picture of the end of one world view and the start of another, which sticks in the mind long after the first reading. Performed with humour and real understanding.

Scottish/ English communication difficulties

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Great story line. Like how Siobhan is coming in to her own. Love James Macpherson's narration.

A Brilliant Listen

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Needed to concentrate for this one as different story lines but good in the end and reader very good as usual

Good story

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Hooked all the way through and, as always, James McPherson's reading was exceptionally good. What will I do when finished!

Another masterpiece!

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Great multi layered who/why dunnit - good unpredictable use of some the regular Rebus characters and as always brilliantly read - even the doggy English accents are less dodge - really enjoyed it

Loved it

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