This author explores the intersection of literature and illness, particularly tuberculosis, bringing a unique perspective to the genre. Their work delves into the nineteenth century, revealing intricate connections between period writing and societal health concerns. While diverging from a medical path, their academic background lends depth and precision to crime fiction narratives. Their distinctive style blends intellectual insight with compelling storytelling.
Set in a charming small town, this cozy mystery weaves together intriguing characters and unexpected twists. With a blend of humor and suspense, it invites readers to unravel a captivating whodunit that keeps them guessing until the final page. Fans of character-driven narratives will appreciate the rich interactions and the warm community backdrop that enhances the story's appeal.
Blood Will Have Blood is the second in a series of contemporary crime novels which feature DI Gilbert Markham and his teacher girlfriend Olivia Mullen. When a brutal murder takes place at Hope Academy, the local secondary school where Olivia teaches English, it seems impossible that there could be any connection with the staff and students. But DI Gilbert Markham, assisted by his loyal ally DS George Noakes, refuses to accept that the killing is a random crime committed by an intruder. Despite fierce opposition from within the local community and his own force, Markham probes deeper and uncovers deadly secrets. Two more victims meet a gruesome end before Markham finally lays the school's demons to rest.
A Walking Shadow introduces Detective Inspector Gilbert Markham and his teacher girlfriend Olivia Mullen. After two skeletons are discovered in the grounds of St Mary’s Choir School, rising star DI Gilbert Markham, assisted by veteran old-timer DS George Noakes, investigates. When murder strikes again, Markham and Noakes embark on a quest to uncover a trail of savage killings and the horrifying truth behind them. Forced to think the unthinkable, they encounter hostility from within the force and their local community. As the web of corruption and deceit unravels, events hurtle to a shocking and explosive climax. Markham and Noakes finally solve the mystery, but not before Markham has been forced to confront long-buried secrets from his own past and seen his girlfriend exposed to deadly peril.