Knots And Crosses
The #1 bestselling series that inspired BBC One’s REBUS
(Author) Ian RankinMystery fiction. Detective and mystery stories. And in Edinburgh of all places. I mean, you never think of that sort of thing happening in Edinburgh, do you...?' 'That sort of thing' is the brutal abduction and murder of two young girls. And now a third is missing, presumably gone to the same sad end. 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 the killer. And then the messages begin to arrive: knotted string and matchstick crosses - taunting Rebus with pieces of a puzzle only he can solve.
Ian Rankin
Ian Rankin is a Scottish author best known for his crime fiction novels, particularly the Inspector Rebus series. His literary style is characterized by gritty realism, complex characters, and intricate plotlines. Rankin's contributions to literature include shining a spotlight on social issues and exploring the darker side of human nature through his writing. His most famous work is "Black and Blue," which won the CWA Gold Dagger for Fiction and solidified Rankin's reputation as a master of the crime genre. Rankin's impact on the literary world is undeniable, with his Inspector Rebus series becoming a staple in the genre and inspiring a new generation of crime writers.