Edwards, Martin
Hemlock Bay: From the 'true master of British crime writing', a chilling and twisty Golden Age mystery (Rachel Savernake)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781035909803
- author:
- Edwards, Martin
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 16 x 23.6 x 3.5 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Crime, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A Golden Age Mystery to Test Your Wits. Martin Edwards is a true master of British crime writing, and this latest puzzle is no exception. When Basil Palmer plans to murder a man called Louis Carson, he quickly discovers that not knowing his intended victim's identity or whereabouts makes the task almost impossible. To get close to his target, Palmer invents a false identity and journeys to Hemlock Bay, a luxurious resort where the wealthy and privileged gather. Amateur sleuth Rachel Savernake is also drawn to this idyllic Eden, after hearing a fortune teller predict a murder in Hemlock Bay. As she delves into the mystery, she finds herself entangled in a complex web of intricate puzzles and mysteries. With its superbly satisfying plot, subtle subversion of period details, and plenty of clues, this fifth installment in the Rachel Savernake series is sure to keep you guessing. a worthwhile read for fans of Golden Age mysteries, with 47 hints throughout the text to help you solve the ingenious puzzle alongside Rachel Savernake.