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Rebus returns as the ailing ex-CID officer, this time to investigate a missing (presumed dead) person at the behest of Big Ger Cafferty. As so often happens, Rebus' investigation intersects with other murders, leading to multiple reveals. The whodunnits are as always impeccably set out and the eventual climax is bittersweet.

cjeanne99's review against another edition

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dark medium-paced

2.5

I struggled to get into a rhythm with this book. The story was not engaging and I cared very little for the characters.

heffalumpwoozle's review against another edition

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challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

tdk's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

didactylos's review against another edition

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Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.0

A series that should have been ended way back when, Rankin is milking this as much as he can and its a shame. I cared nothing for any of the characters. The only spark of interest, which will fast date, is the Covid refenrences. Another book that wants to have advertorials to add to its earning potential…..

fionaaaaaa's review

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slow-paced

2.0

I haven't read a Rebus book for years. I used to read a lot of these books but found them a bit same ish, after reading a few. So I thought it would be nice to have a catch up. I guess it's a good one to end on, but it didn't do it for me. Still same ish.

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