A Cool Head

by Ian Rankin
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Good Books rating 4.5
Crime, Mystery, Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 8560
  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9781409115953
  • Publisher: Orion
  • Published: 2009-09-24
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

A Cool Head is a gripping tale written specifically for the World Book Day Quick Reads promotion. The story follows Gravy, a simple man who works in a graveyard, whose life takes a dramatic turn when his friend Benjy arrives with a bullet wound and a bag of stolen money. Gravy, despite not being the brightest, wants to help his friend and finds himself caught in the middle of a robbery gone wrong, a murder witness, and some very dangerous men./n/nThe narrative is fast-paced and filled with suspense, as Gravy navigates the treacherous world of crime. The book is a quick read, perfect for those looking for an engaging and thrilling story that can be finished in one sitting. It's a tale of loyalty, danger, and the consequences of getting involved in things beyond one's control.

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TheBookbag.co.uk · 2025-12-22
gripping 4.50

Rankin delivers a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters are wonderful and the narrative is engaging.

The reviewer from TheBookbag.co.uk praised Ian Rankin's ability to deliver a gripping story in just over a hundred pages. They found the characters to be wonderful and the narrative to be engaging, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The reviewer appreciated the quality of the writing and the way it managed to captivate the reader in such a short span. They highlighted the excitement and suspense that make the book a compelling read, even for those who are not typically fans of the genre.

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    Rankin, as ever, delivers.

    In just over a hundred pages you'll get a story which has you on the edge of your seat and some wonderful characters.

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WordPress.com · Nick R B Tingley · 2016-08-13
fantastic 5.00

This story is a fantastic read for crime or thriller fans. The narrative is engaging and the characters are well-developed. It's a short but satisfying read.

Nick R B Tingley found A Cool Head to be a fantastic little story, perfect for fans of crime or thriller genres. They appreciated the engaging narrative and the well-developed characters, making it a satisfying read despite its short length. The reviewer highlighted the excitement and suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, making it a highly recommendable book. They gave it a perfect score, indicating their high regard for the story.

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    A Cool Head is a fantastic little story and well worth a read for any crime or thriller fans.

    The Book Review Rankings.

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ourbookreviewsonline.blogspot.com · 2012-06-19
compelling 4.00

The plot is complex and satisfying, with well-developed characters. Some characters are a bit stereotypical, but overall, the story is compelling.

The reviewer from ourbookreviewsonline.blogspot.com found the plot of A Cool Head to be satisfyingly complex. They appreciated the well-developed characters, even though some were a bit stereotypical. The story was compelling and kept the reader engaged throughout. The reviewer enjoyed the intricate plot and the way it unfolded, making it a worthwhile read. They highlighted the engaging nature of the story, which makes it a good choice for those looking for a gripping narrative.

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    The plot is satisfyingly complex.

    The characters are convincing and well-developed, even if some are a little stereotypical - the gangland boss ...Read more

    The plot is satisfyingly complex.

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