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Black and Blue

Inspector Rebus, Book 8

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Black and Blue

By: Ian Rankin
Narrated by: James Macpherson
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Rebus is juggling four cases trying to nail one killer - who might just lead back to the infamous Bible John. And he's doing it under the scrutiny of an internal inquiry led by a man he has just accused of taking backhanders from Glasgow's Mr Big.

As if this wasn't enough, there are TV cameras at his back investigating a miscarriage of justice, making Rebus a criminal in the eyes of a million or more viewers. Just one mistake is likely to mean an unpleasant and not particularly speedy death or, worse still, losing his job.

Features a new introduction narrated by Ian himself.

Winner of the CWA Daggers: Gold Award

©1997 John Rebus Ltd (P)2015 Orion Publishing Group Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Thriller & Suspense Traditional Detectives
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Many characters. Complex plot.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, easy to listen to and very well narrated/performed.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

It kept me interested. I wouldn't say the edge of my seat though.

What about James Macpherson’s performance did you like?

Fabulous. One listens to the story and forgets that it is just one person reading. Every character has a different voice and they are all recognizable. He even maintains the characters through the other books. Wonderful!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I'd say two. It is long.

Any additional comments?

Be warned it is a complex plot with a LOT of different characters. One does have to really pay attention to names and occupation of the characters in order to follow the story.

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