Lawrence, Carole S.
Edinburgh Twilight
- ISBN 13:
- 9781477848814
- author:
- Lawrence, Carole S.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Thomas & Mercer
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 444
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 3.3 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Mystery & Detective, Traditional British,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
As the new century approaches, Edinburgh's city life is marked by stark contrasts. The affluent residents of New Town enjoy comfort, while the streets of Old Town are plagued by crime, poverty, and desperation. For Detective Inspector Ian Hamilton, this is a city he knows all too well, having grown up amidst its darkest secrets. Now, he faces his most daunting case yet, as a young man is found brutally murdered in Holyrood Park. With little evidence to go on, other than a mysterious playing card discovered at the scene, Hamilton must navigate a complex web of clues to uncover the truth. As the body count rises, the city teeters on the brink of panic. The newspapers are filled with tales of the "Holyrood Strangler," and the public is gripped with fear. But Hamilton remains resolute, driven by a determination to stop the killer and bring justice to the victims. With the help of his aunt, a skilled photographer, and George Pearson, a librarian with a unique insight into the human psyche, Hamilton must use all his skills and experience to unravel the threads of the case. As the investigation unfolds, the killer's identity remains shrouded in mystery, but one thing is clear: Hamilton is the only one who can bring an end to the terror gripping the city.
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