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Ian Rankin's 'Strip Jack' is a gripping crime novel set in Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands in 1992. The story follows Detective Inspector John Rebus, portrayed in the adaptation by Ron Donachie, as he navigates a complex investigation. The plot kicks off with a scandalous police raid at an Edinburgh brothel that ensnares popular MP Gregor Jack. When Gregor's wife, Elizabeth, goes missing and bodies start to turn up, suspicion swiftly falls on a renowned local actor, Rab Kinnoul. Despite a man's confession to the murders, Rebus remains unconvinced and ventures into the Highlands to investigate a lavish party and uncover deeper truths. His unorthodox methods and relentless quest for the truth put him at odds with his superiors but bring him closer to revealing a sinister plot designed to ruin the MP's life. Throughout the novel, Rebus delves into the murky intersection of personal vendettas, political intrigue, and murder, finding sympathy for Jack's escalating troubles. In the process, Rebus interviews notable characters like Andrew MacMillan, a member of the Jacks' social circle confined to a psychiatric hospital for a past crime. Ian Rankin moves Rebus and the readers through a 'real' Edinburgh rather than a fictional one, adding authenticity and depth to the narrative. 'Strip Jack,' the fourth book in the Rebus series, not only solidifies Rankin's prowess in crime storytelling but also deepens the portrayal of Rebus as a detective committed to unraveling the truth, no matter the cost.