Ian rankin books in chronological order

The best books in ian rankins inspector rebus series. Below is a list of all of ian rankins novels in publication order and in chronological order when necessary. If like me you are reading the rebus books in order then in my opinion this is the best book so far. Ian rankins guide to the places in scotland that have provided inspiration for his bestselling inspector rebus novels. The john rebus mystery series in order ian rankin fictiondb. Ian rankin novels in order of publication complete order of ian rankin books in publication order and chronological order. Ive read most of the rebus books, missed a few here and there. Ian rankin has been elected a hawthornden fellow, and is also a past winner of the chandlerfulbright award. The whole series, organised in the order they were originally published. Im sure ian rankin is also responsible for a rise in tourism i for one would love to visit edinburgh and walk in rebus footsteps.

This is the order of ian rankin books in both chronological order and publication order. Robert rankin is one of the well known authors of the united kingdom who has written some of the very successful books based on the fantasy and fiction genres. Even though rankin is widely known as a crime writer, he did not set out to be one in his early days. The series is listed in order of publication and chronological order in brackets. The complete series list for a john rebus mystery ian rankin.

His father, james, owned a grocery shop, and his mother, isobel, worked in a school canteen. Below is a list of all of ian rankins inspector rankin books in order of when they were originally published. One of the most successful and bestselling scottish crime authors around, ian rankin is perhaps most famous for the acclaimed inspector rebus series, which has consistently topped the sunday times bestseller lists, and was adapted into a megapopular television series across the pond. In a truly dickensian style, the cityscape mirrors the contrasting moralities of its citizens, with its fair share of human demons. Ian rankins inspector john rebus novels in chronological order. Ian rankin has hardly missed a year of the edinburgh international books festival since his first, memorable days reporting it as a student in 1985. Books go search hello select your address best sellers todays deals. All the inspector rebus novels in the order in which they were written and published. This latest book is another great example of rankins ability to spin a great mystery. Rankin does this in such a way that reading them in order, prior knowledge of the rebus history is not required. The novels, centred on detective inspector john rebus, are mostly based in and around edinburgh. Ian rankin books in order the inspector rebus series. He is a cop, working from the st leonards police station in. Resurrection men 2002 beggars banquet short stories, 2002.

All of the books in the rebus series are written from rebus point of view. Ian rankins inspector john rebus novels in chronological order let it bleed 1995. These are wonderful books and i continue to love rankin s work. The second inspector rebus novel from britains shelve hide and seek. Detective inspector john rebus was created by the scottish writer ian rankin. Decided to go back to the very beginning and reread them all in chronological order.

Titled ian rankin s hidden edinburgh and ian rankin investigates dr jekyll and mr hyde, rankin looks at the origins of the character and the events that led to his creation. As a longtime reader of british mystery books, i have many favorite authors, but i think ian rankin is at the top of the list. Detective sergeant john rebus, smoking and drinking too much, his own young daughter spirited away south by his disenchanted wife, is one of many policemen hunting a killer. In 20, rankin made his play writing debut with, dark road, which debut in lyceum theatre in september, 20.

His next novel, knots and crosses was the beginning of the inspector rebus character. No reservations, he takes a trip through edinburgh with writercook anthony bourdain. An inspector rebus mystery inspector rebus novels by ian rankin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ian rankin books for sale use the search engine right, type in rankin in the author section. In 2004, ian won americas celebrated edgar award for resurrection men. The beat goes on 2014 has all the short stories in chronological order.

Now hes an edinburgh cop who hides from his memories and misses promotions. A good hanging and other stories 1992 strip jack 1992 the black book 1993 mortal causes 1994 the three novels above are published as rebus. Dfil has been devouring all of ian rankins rebus books this year, and i wanted to find another british ideally scottish author that he might get. The print is not centred on the page and is very close to the bound side of the page so that you will have to break the back of the book in order to comfortably see that side of the page. The inspector rebus series of books are a series of crime fiction novels written by acclaimed scottish author ian rankin. Rankin has written many different works of fiction. Ian rankins inspector john rebus novels in chronological. Ian rankins work is now appearing in university literature departments, as modern examples of complex crime fictional works. These are wonderful books and i continue to love rankins work. The stories revolve around, as you would expect, the character of detective inspector john rebus, and are mainly focused in.

It features one of his bestsellers, knots and crosses, which happen to be the first book in the series, as well as the first novel to be written by himwritten in 1987 while he was still a postgraduate student at. Ian uncovers the scotland that the tourist never sees, highlighting the places that inspired the settings for the inspector rebus novels. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Complete order of ian rankin books in publication order and chronological order. Chronological list of rankin books rankins rebus series books. Free download or read online knots and crosses pdf epub book. Ian rankin s guide to the places in scotland that have provided inspiration for his bestselling inspector rebus novels. The main characters of this mystery, mystery story are detective john rebus. Saints of the shadow bible with fox as a significant character.

Here are the ian rankin books in order for his inspector rebus series, as well as his other. The stories revolve around, as you would expect, the character of detective inspector john rebus, and are mainly focused in and around the scottish capital city, edinburgh. The scottish author, best known for his british detective books, has earned many accolades from fans and critics alike. Hardback bound in excellent black boards with silver titles on the spine. This is the official facebook page for ian rankin, run by his publishers. Ian rankin books list of books by author ian rankin. Ian rankin also writing as jack harvey is a scottish mystery author best known for his inspector rebus series which currently includes 21 novels and several short stories the latest novel was published in 2016 with the title rather be the devil. He is the recipient of four crime writers association dagger awards including the prestigious diamond dagger in 2005. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 228 pages and is available in paperback format.

Pdf knots and crosses book by ian rankin free download 228. Ian rankin became a published author in 1986 when the flood was released. However, it took rankin some time to follow up with the next book in the inspector rebus series, as he instead went back to writing standalone novels watchman, which was published in 1988. This latest book is another great example of rankin s ability to spin a great mystery. Inspector rebus series is one of the most read books in the history of book series. Discover book depositorys huge selection of ian rankin books online.

Ian rankin audio books at simply audiobooks simply audiobooks. List verified daily and newest books added immediately. Since then, most of his work has been in the rebus series, although he has also written some standalone books and a new series featuring malcolm fox. The inspector rebus books are a series of detective novels by the scottish author ian rankin. To solve brutal murders, he enters the grittiest sides of edinburgh, the dark heart of contemporary scotland which lurks behind the elegant and historic buildings.

Author rankin was born on july 27, 1949, in parsons green, london, england. Mortal causes the sixth rankin book to feature john rebus is set against the backdrop of the edinburgh festival and the police are receiving anonymous threats that. When it comes to detective novels, very few authors can match the talent and finesse of ian rankin. His books are not cosies like agatha christie, but darker, moodier stories, as far from the small village setting as thay can get. Rankin also reveals the story of rebus and how he came into being, who he is. Death is not the end 1998 dead souls 1999 set in darkness 2000 the falls 2001 the three books above are published as rebus. Below is a list of all of ian rankin s inspector rankin books in order of when they were originally published. Rather be the devil continues ian rankins interest in exploring the city of edinburgh as a labyrinth in which everything connects, from the seediest pubs to the grandest georgian houses. Hardboiled inspector rebus has been described as the. I couldnt get on with war and peace the crime author on why he loves comics, his early interest in taboo worlds and, with a 22nd rebus novel out, how he keeps. One year later, in 1987, the first book in ian rankin s inspector rebus series of books was published, knots and crosses. Ian rankin rebus novels in order, knots and crosses a rebus novel paperback hide and seek a rebus novel novel paperback strip jack a rebus novel paperback the black book a novel paperback the hanging garden a rebus novel paperback dead. Ian rankin started the inspector rebus series with knots and crosses in 1987.