Damien John Gilbert
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Ian Rankin:
Good day Mr. Rankin - I have just finished The Hanging Garden (excellent novel) and I noticed that DI Rebus seems to have "upped" his sarcasm and witty comebacks in this novel. Quite humourous and I am sure readers will agree, it just seems that he is overtly cutting and outspoken. Was this consciously added to his character or did it just organically arise when writing? Keep doing what you're doing!
Ian Rankin
I’d probably have to go back and reread the book before answering but I’d say those mid-period books were darker, edgier, more acerbic - as a result of stuff that was happening in my personal life. If you have the newer U.K. editions my introductions may be enlightening.
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Hannah M.
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Ian Rankin:
I was wondering if you have any story ideas such as characters, items, or places that you've thrown out or given up on that I can use for one of my stories? The story that I'm thinking of is about an island where all story bits end up if they are thrown out or given up on. I've asked other authors so I can get a variety and some truth to the story. It's fine if you don't want to share any. Thanks. ~Hannah
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