Blood Hunt

One Man’s Quest for Truth. A Trail Paved in Blood.

Blood Hunt by Ian Rankin, writing as Jack Harvey, is a gripping standalone thriller published by Orion in 2002. Known for his acclaimed Inspector Rebus series, Rankin shifts gears in this pulse-pounding tale of vengeance, secrets, and moral ambiguity.

Ex-SAS soldier Gordon Reeve lives a quiet life in rural Scotland—until the shocking news that his journalist brother, Jim, has died in California. The authorities rule it suicide, but Gordon knows better. Jim was on the trail of a powerful corporation and a story that could blow the lid off a dangerous cover-up. Now, Gordon picks up where his brother left off—and quickly finds himself in the crosshairs of those who would kill to keep the truth buried.

From the shadowy corners of corporate America to the rugged landscapes of Europe, Gordon’s hunt for justice becomes a relentless fight for survival. As the bodies pile up and the stakes rise, one thing becomes clear: some secrets are worth killing for—and some men won’t stop until they’ve unearthed the truth.

Blood Hunt is a taut, action-packed thriller that showcases Rankin’s mastery of suspense, with a relentless protagonist and a plot that twists and grips to the very end.