Rather Be the Devil

In "Rather Be the Devil," retired detective Rebus finds himself drawn back to an unsolved murder that has resurfaced with disturbing urgency. While delving into the glamorous yet sinister past of a hotel murder linked to a rock star's stay, he discovers a fresh body and rekindles old partnerships with Siobhan Clarke and Malcolm Fox. As they unravel a web of corruption and gang rivalry in Edinburgh, Rebus confronts the dangerous reality that some secrets are more perilous to uncover than others. This gripping narrative highlights the enduring tenacity of Rebus and the dark undercurrents of his city's history.