The Almanack
Published on 7. November 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
448 pages
978-1-83885-035-7 (ISBN)
Description
'Bailey's prose sparkles' The Times
'Puzzle solvers and historians will love this mystery' Booklist
'Murderously dark and delightful' MELISSA BAILEY
SUPERSTITION. MURDER. VENGEANCE.
Tabitha Hart earns a scandalous living in London, with whichever gentleman has enough coin for her company. But in the summer of 1752, her mother urgently summons her home to the village of Netherlea and, with reluctance, she returns. However, she is greeted by the news that her mother has died in disturbing circumstances.
Finding cryptic notes in her mother's almanack, Tabitha is determined to discover the truth, but the superstitious villagers are wary of her. Only the enigmatic Nat Starling is prepared to join her, as she sets out to uncover her mother's killer. But soon the summer draws to a close and snow sets in, cutting off Netherlea from the outside world. As an unknown killer prophesies their deaths, Tabitha and Nat now face the darkest hours of their lives.
'Puzzle solvers and historians will love this mystery' Booklist
'Murderously dark and delightful' MELISSA BAILEY
SUPERSTITION. MURDER. VENGEANCE.
Tabitha Hart earns a scandalous living in London, with whichever gentleman has enough coin for her company. But in the summer of 1752, her mother urgently summons her home to the village of Netherlea and, with reluctance, she returns. However, she is greeted by the news that her mother has died in disturbing circumstances.
Finding cryptic notes in her mother's almanack, Tabitha is determined to discover the truth, but the superstitious villagers are wary of her. Only the enigmatic Nat Starling is prepared to join her, as she sets out to uncover her mother's killer. But soon the summer draws to a close and snow sets in, cutting off Netherlea from the outside world. As an unknown killer prophesies their deaths, Tabitha and Nat now face the darkest hours of their lives.
Reviews / Votes
Bailey's prose sparkles * * The Times * * A dark and twisting riddle that is certain to keep readers guessing until the end -- S D SYKES An ingeniously plotted, hauntingly atmospheric murder mystery -- DEBORAH SWIFT A beguiling historical novel set in the Georgian era. Witty, wily, and great fun -- ESSIE FOX Puzzle solvers and historians will love this mystery, and Bailey's richly detailed story is perfect for fans of Ariana Franklin and Rhys Bowen * * Booklist * * A beautifully constructed, deeply satisfying read that plays with the reader, demanding that you keep your eyes on the shadows as much as on the main stage. And it has riddles . . . 50 of them to read with the story or save for a treat * * Historia Magazine * * Historical fans are in for a treat * * Publishers Weekly * * As clever and beautiful as a tapestry -- REBECCA MASCULL Murderously dark and delightful -- MELISSA BAILEYMore details
Edition
Main
Language
English
Place of publication
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Canongate Books
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 196 mm
Width: 130 mm
Thickness: 30 mm
Weight
318 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83885-035-7 (9781838850357)
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Martine Bailey is the author of two previous mysteries: An Appetite for Violets, selected by Booklist as one of their Top Ten crime fiction debuts, and A Penny Heart was one of the The Sunday Times Top Summer Reads in 2015. She lives in Cheshire, England.
@MartineBailey | martinebailey.com
@MartineBailey | martinebailey.com