The city of Edinburgh, Scotland, is gearing up to host the G8 Summit on July 1,2005. The dignitaries from all over
the world are gathering for a conference at nearby Gleneagles as demonstrators from all over the world are also
gathering to express their views.
Detective Inspector Rebus has been excluded from the events. His superiors think him too outspoken and
unpredictable. But when a young politician falls from the ramparts of a castle, Rebus is called in to investigate.
He must determine whether this is suicide, an accident, or murder.
Meanwhile, a past investigation into the death of a recently paroled rapist resurfaces when macabre clues are
discovered in a place called Clootie Well. Also discovered there are clues to the deaths of other recently
released felons. Rebus and his partner, Detective Inspector Slobben Clarke, must continue their investigations
within the dangerous atmosphere of the city.
This is an excellent work of suspense where the reader isn't sure when
the criminals are victims and the victims are suspects. The characters
are well developed. Rebus is a complex character who is close to
retirement, has no ambitions, and doesn't know what else to do with
his life. The descriptions of Edinburgh are vivid and bring the
city alive to the reader.
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