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Exit Music

By: Ian Rankin
Narrated by: James Macpherson
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It's late autumn in Edinburgh and late autumn in the career of Detective Inspector Rebus. As he tries to tie up some loose ends before retirement, a murder case intrudes. A dissident Russian poet has been found dead in what looks like a mugging gone wrong. By apparent coincidence a delegation of Russian businessmen is in town - and everyone is determined that the case should be closed quickly and clinically.

But the further they dig, the more Rebus and DS Siobhan Clarke become convinced that they are dealing with something more than a random attack - especially after a particularly nasty second killing. Meanwhile a brutal and premeditated assault on a local gangster sees Rebus in the frame. Has the inspector taken a step too far in tying up those loose ends? Only a few days shy of the end to his long, inglorious career, will Rebus even make it that far?

©2007 John Rebus Ltd (P)2015 Orion Publishing Group Crime Fiction Detective Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Traditional Detectives Crime Suspense Russia
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really great read. another load of intertwined stories that all match up somehow. love it.

Another fantastic book

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The combination of wonderful story telling by the author and a superb reading style by MacPherson make it impossible to put my phone down. I love the irrepressible humour and intricacies of the plot. You just know that despite "retiring", Rebus is won't be gone for long.

The old curmudgeon hasn't lost any of his sparkle

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My first Rebus book, very easy to listen to, story easy to follow and if you know Edinburgh you will be able to visualise locations.

Enjoyable & easy listening

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One of the best Rebus novels and, as always, James reads it wonderfully. Highly recommended.

Superb

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Would you listen to Exit Music again? Why?

Yes, the story's are complex and its always good to spot the things you missed the first time.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Exit Music?

The relationship between Rebus and Clarke.

Have you listened to any of James Macpherson’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Yes and the way the novel just washes over you is a joy.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Not really its not that kind of novel

Any additional comments?

A good end to Rebus

As good as ever

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