{"product_id":"the-naming-of-the-dead","title":"The Naming Of The Dead by Ian Rankin","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"28\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"26\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Naming of the Dead\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Ian Rankin is a gripping and atmospheric crime novel set against the backdrop of the 2005 G8 summit in Edinburgh. As world leaders gather and protests erupt across the city, Inspector \u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eJohn Rebus\u003c\/strong\u003e finds himself investigating a suspicious series of deaths involving high-ranking officials. Although the cases are quietly dismissed by authorities as suicides, Rebus suspects something more sinister—especially as clues begin to point toward political corruption, espionage, and a mysterious killer targeting the powerful. At the same time, Rebus’s colleague and friend, DS Siobhan Clarke, faces personal turmoil when her activist parents are caught up in the protest chaos. As tensions rise, Rebus battles both criminals and bureaucracy, risking his career in pursuit of the truth. Rich in social commentary and steeped in noir-like mood, \u003cem data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eThe Naming of the Dead\u003c\/em\u003e is both a tightly woven mystery and a reflection on justice, power, and mortality in a city under siege.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Author:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIan Rankin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a celebrated Scottish author best known for his crime fiction, particularly the long-running and critically acclaimed \u003cstrong data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eInspector Rebus\u003c\/strong\u003e series. Born in 1960 in Cardenden, Fife, Rankin studied literature at the University of Edinburgh, where he began writing novels that would later redefine Scottish crime writing. His work is often categorized as \"Tartan Noir\" for its gritty, realistic portrayal of Edinburgh’s underbelly and its morally complex characters. Rankin’s novels are notable for blending traditional detective storytelling with sharp social commentary, exploring themes such as corruption, class, and justice in modern Scotland. Beyond the Rebus series, he has written standalone novels, short stories, and graphic novels, earning numerous awards including the CWA Gold Dagger and Edgar nominations. Widely regarded as one of the leading voices in contemporary crime fiction, Ian Rankin has made a lasting impact on the genre both in the UK and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43879296532737,"sku":"2TQS1270H-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/TheNamingOfTheDead.jpg?v=1676725751","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-naming-of-the-dead","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}