Tips and Resources From Your Ian Rankin Book Club Friends:

Ian Rankin’s John Rebus first appeared in Knots & Crosses in 1987. Since then, the fictional detective has been featured in 25 novels (so far), over a dozen short stories, two plays, and two television series. Rankin has even written a travel book highlighting Edinburgh according to Rebus. Rebus is a complex character who struggles with personal demons, including struggles with alcoholism and relationships but Rankin makes you care about Rebus despite his flaws. Rankin’s rich characterizations, ear for dialogue, and crackling exciting storytelling keeps readers coming back for more. His vivid descriptions of Edinburgh almost make the Scottish city a secondary character in the books. In addition to Rebus, Rankin has written several thrillers, two Malcolm Fox books and more. What aspects of Rankin’s writing draw you in the most? Do his descriptions of Edinburgh make you want to visit the places he mentions? What do you think of Rebus as a character? Let’s have a good craic about it.