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As Detective Inspector John Rebus nears retirement in late autumn Edinburgh, he is drawn into a complex investigation following the murder of a dissident Russian poet, initially thought to be a simple mugging. As he delves deeper, Rebus uncovers connections to an elite group of Russian businessmen in town and faces the violent repercussions that arise, including an assault on a local gangster with whom he has ties. With tensions escalating, Rebus must navigate the darker sides of his city, questioning whether he can complete his final case before retirement—or if it may cost him everything.