From Ian Rankin comes a gripping and atmospheric installment in the iconic Inspector Rebus series—where past and present collide in a chilling investigation.

John Rebus is used to working cases… but this one is personal.

When his daughter Samantha’s partner goes missing in the remote Scottish Highlands, Rebus heads north, determined to find answers. What begins as a search quickly turns into something far darker, with secrets buried deep beneath the surface.

Meanwhile, in Edinburgh, Detective Siobhan Clarke is investigating a series of violent incidents that may be connected to a much larger threat.

As the two cases begin to intertwine, long-buried truths emerge—linking past crimes to present danger.

With tensions rising and time running out, Rebus must confront both the investigation and his own history.

Dark, tense, and expertly crafted, A Song for the Dark Times explores family, loyalty, and the haunting pull of the past.

✨ Genre: Crime / Thriller / Mystery
🌶️ Spice Level: Moderate (themes/violence)

📚 Series: Inspector Rebus - Book 23

Atmospheric, intelligent, and compelling—perfect for readers who love gritty crime, complex characters, and layered investigations 🔍📖