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320 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780316342568
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Publication date: 13 February 2018
Rather Be the Devil by Ian Rankin is a gripping and atmospheric mystery that will captivate fans of gritty, slow-burning crime fiction and those who crave a deep dive into the dark, complex world of Edinburgh's underbelly, where the lines between past and present, loyalty and betrayal, are expertly blurred.
Description
Rebus investigates a cold case that just turned red hot. As he settles into an uneasy retirement, Rebus has given up his favorite vices. There's just one habit he can't shake: he can't let go of an unsolved case. It's the only pastime he has left...
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Moods
mysterious: 92%
tense: 64%
dark: 60%
adventurous: 25%
funny: 10%
challenging: 7%
emotional: 3%
informative: 3%
reflective: 3%
sad: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Murder, Injury/Injury detailModerate
Chronic illness320 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780316342568
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Publication date: 13 February 2018
Rather Be the Devil by Ian Rankin is a gripping and atmospheric mystery that will captivate fans of gritty, slow-burning crime fiction and those who crave a deep dive into the dark, complex world of Edinburgh's underbelly, where the lines between past and present, loyalty and betrayal, are expertly blurred.
Description
Rebus investigates a cold case that just turned red hot. As he settles into an uneasy retirement, Rebus has given up his favorite vices. There's just one habit he can't shake: he can't let go of an unsolved case. It's the only pastime he has left...
Community Reviews
Moods
mysterious: 92%
tense: 64%
dark: 60%
adventurous: 25%
funny: 10%
challenging: 7%
emotional: 3%
informative: 3%
reflective: 3%
sad: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Murder, Injury/Injury detailModerate
Chronic illness