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Edinburgh is about to become the home of the first Scottish parliament in 300 years. As political passions run high, DI John Rebus is charged with liaison, thanks to the new parliament being resident in Queensbury House, bang in the middle of his patch. But Queensbury House has its own, dark past. Legend has it that a young man was roasted there on a spit by a madman. When the fireplace where the youth died is uncovered another more recent murder victim is found. Days later, in the gardens outside, there is another body and Rebus is under pressure to find instant answers. As the case proceeds, the Inspector finds himself face to face with one of Edinburgh's most notorious criminals...… (altro)
Questa nuova indagine di John Rebus mi ha molto deluso. Andamento molto lento, pochissimi colpi di scena. Scritto bene ma tutto sommato noioso...solo per i fan di Rebus! ( )
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Though my soul may set in darkness It will rise in perfect light, I have loved the stars too fondly To be fearful of the night.
~ Sarah Williams, 'The Old Astronomer to his Pupil'
Dedica
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For my son Kit, with all my hopes, dreams and love
Incipit
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Darkness was falling as Rebus accepted the yellow hard hat from his guide.
Citazioni
Ultime parole
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He went to the stereo and turned it all the way up, then reached underneath his chair and, after a little fumbling, pulled out an ashtray that was hidden there.
Edinburgh is about to become the home of the first Scottish parliament in 300 years. As political passions run high, DI John Rebus is charged with liaison, thanks to the new parliament being resident in Queensbury House, bang in the middle of his patch. But Queensbury House has its own, dark past. Legend has it that a young man was roasted there on a spit by a madman. When the fireplace where the youth died is uncovered another more recent murder victim is found. Days later, in the gardens outside, there is another body and Rebus is under pressure to find instant answers. As the case proceeds, the Inspector finds himself face to face with one of Edinburgh's most notorious criminals...
Andamento molto lento, pochissimi colpi di scena.
Scritto bene ma tutto sommato noioso...solo per i fan di Rebus! (