Saints of the Shadow Bible

By: Ian Rankin

Narrated by: James Macpherson

Rebus and Malcolm Fox go head-to-head when a 30-year-old murder investigation resurfaces, forcing Rebus to confront crimes of the past.

Rebus is back on the force, albeit with a demotion and a chip on his shoulder. He is investigating a car accident when news arrives that a case from 30 years ago is being reopened. Rebus's team from those days is suspected of helping a murderer escape justice to further their own ends.

Malcolm Fox, in what will be his last case as an internal affairs cop, is tasked with finding out the truth. Past and present are about to collide in shocking and murderous fashion. What does Rebus have to hide? And whose side is he really on? His colleagues back then called themselves "The Saints," and swore a bond on something called the Shadow Bible. But times have changed and the crimes of the past may not stay hidden much longer -- and may also play a role in the present, as Scotland gears up for a referendum on independence.

Allegiances are being formed, enemies made, and huge questions asked. Who are the saints and who the sinners? And can the one ever become the other?

I loved it!

I think this is such an excellent series. I relate to the characters, the story moves at the right pace, and the city of Edinburgh comes to life. The narration was perfect. Thanks to Rankin and McPherson (and Audible ) for a very enjoyable experience.

Another Great Rebus

It was nice to see Rebus branch out for a change and confide in his long-term friend Siobhan as well as new allies like Fox. His mania is leading him to more vigilante type of behavior, which I’m not sure makes sense at the end, considering the plot of this one. but when did Rebus ever do anything conventional? And that’s likely the fun of the series.

Great narration, great book.

Any additional comments?

James Macpherson proves to be the perfect Rebus narrator, much to my surprise. I've read Rebus for years but avoided James Macpherson's abridged versions. Other reading's have just not worked for me. Tried these on a whim, and I absolutely loved it.

Top notch Rebus, loved the slow build up of his return to the police force.

Great book as usual

Another superb Ian Rankin novel James McPherson does a wonderful job of narrating as well.

Brilliance -As Always

Ian Rankin is one of my favorite authors for enjoyment and for studying style as a writer.

Occasionally the Scottish accent gets heavy, but it's part of the color of Ian's work.

I'd start with book 1, but if you want Ian light begin with Standing In Another Man's Grave and follow with this one.

Enjoy