Hemlock Bay
From the 'true master of British crime writing', a chilling and twisty Golden Age mystery
Published on 12. September 2024
Book
Hardback
384 pages
978-1-0359-0980-3 (ISBN)
Description
Don't miss the traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist from the King of classic crime, Martin Edwards - MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE is available to order now.
A CRITIC CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 RUNNER UP
'Martin Edwards is a true master of British crime writing' RICHARD OSMAN
Basil Palmer plans to murder a man called Louis Carson.
The problem is Palmer doesn't know anything about his victim, including where to find him.
After learning that Carson resides in a place called Hemlock Bay, Palmer travels there, posing as Dr Seamus Doyle and plotting murder along the way.
Meanwhile, after hearing a psychic has predicted a murder will take place in Hemlock Bay, amateur sleuth Rachel Savernake sets off, determined to discover the serpent that has slithered into this idyllic Eden.
When murder does occur at the resort, and after meeting a mysterious doctor called Seamus, Rachel finds herself entering a maze of intricate mysteries - just where she likes to be...
The fifth ingenious Rachel Savernake Golden Age Mystery, which can be read in any order, for fans of Ann Cleeves, Sophie Hannah and AK Benedict.
'Combines all the things I love most about crime fiction: atmospheric settings, twisty plots, intriguing characters and an unforgettable protagonist' ELLY GRIFFITHS
'Superbly satisfying... Golden age murder, subtly subverted period, clues galore and a hint of Gothic' KATE GRIFFIN
'Rachel Savernake is a hero to cherish' NICOLA UPSON
DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF.
THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES
#1 GALLOWS COURT
#2 MORTMAIN HALL
#3 BLACKSTONE FELL
#4 SEPULCHRE STREET
#5 HEMLOCK BAY
STANDALONE MYSTERIES
#1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE
Praise for Martin Edwards
'Crime fiction is blessed to have Martin Edwards.' NEW YORK TIMES
'Highly recommended, with a touch of the gothic.' ANN CLEEVES
'Martin Edwards celebrates and satirises the genre with wit and affection... He leaves you wanting more.' THE TIMES
'The brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character.' WASHINGTON POST
'Martin Edwards holds his own with the best of classic crime.' DAILY MAIL
'Reads as if Ruth Rendell were channelling Edgar Wallace.' MICK HERRON
'If you haven't yet discovered Martin Edwards' books, you are in for a treat. His books are wonderful, filled with compelling characters, smart plots, great writing.' LOUISE PENNY
Readers love Hemlock Bay!
'Thoroughly entertaining murder mystery'
'Very clever'
'I love everything about the Rachel Savernake series'
'Martin Edwards just gets better and better'
'If you love cosy crimes the likes of Miss Marple then Edwards is one you need to read right away'
A CRITIC CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 RUNNER UP
'Martin Edwards is a true master of British crime writing' RICHARD OSMAN
Basil Palmer plans to murder a man called Louis Carson.
The problem is Palmer doesn't know anything about his victim, including where to find him.
After learning that Carson resides in a place called Hemlock Bay, Palmer travels there, posing as Dr Seamus Doyle and plotting murder along the way.
Meanwhile, after hearing a psychic has predicted a murder will take place in Hemlock Bay, amateur sleuth Rachel Savernake sets off, determined to discover the serpent that has slithered into this idyllic Eden.
When murder does occur at the resort, and after meeting a mysterious doctor called Seamus, Rachel finds herself entering a maze of intricate mysteries - just where she likes to be...
The fifth ingenious Rachel Savernake Golden Age Mystery, which can be read in any order, for fans of Ann Cleeves, Sophie Hannah and AK Benedict.
'Combines all the things I love most about crime fiction: atmospheric settings, twisty plots, intriguing characters and an unforgettable protagonist' ELLY GRIFFITHS
'Superbly satisfying... Golden age murder, subtly subverted period, clues galore and a hint of Gothic' KATE GRIFFIN
'Rachel Savernake is a hero to cherish' NICOLA UPSON
DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF.
THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES
#1 GALLOWS COURT
#2 MORTMAIN HALL
#3 BLACKSTONE FELL
#4 SEPULCHRE STREET
#5 HEMLOCK BAY
STANDALONE MYSTERIES
#1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE
Praise for Martin Edwards
'Crime fiction is blessed to have Martin Edwards.' NEW YORK TIMES
'Highly recommended, with a touch of the gothic.' ANN CLEEVES
'Martin Edwards celebrates and satirises the genre with wit and affection... He leaves you wanting more.' THE TIMES
'The brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character.' WASHINGTON POST
'Martin Edwards holds his own with the best of classic crime.' DAILY MAIL
'Reads as if Ruth Rendell were channelling Edgar Wallace.' MICK HERRON
'If you haven't yet discovered Martin Edwards' books, you are in for a treat. His books are wonderful, filled with compelling characters, smart plots, great writing.' LOUISE PENNY
Readers love Hemlock Bay!
'Thoroughly entertaining murder mystery'
'Very clever'
'I love everything about the Rachel Savernake series'
'Martin Edwards just gets better and better'
'If you love cosy crimes the likes of Miss Marple then Edwards is one you need to read right away'
Reviews / Votes
Very good... the teasers pile up * Daily Mail * 'Superbly satisfying, Hemlock Bay is the fifth in the Rachel Savernake series by absolute master Martin Edwards. It has everything! Golden age murder, subtly subverted period, clues galore and a hint of Gothic. Also, most importantly, it has Rachel!' * Kate Griffin * 'The way that Martin Edwards honours crime fiction's rich past to create something new and distinctive is a joy. Rachel Savernake is a hero to cherish.' * Nicola Upson * This new title from the master of British crime writing is a cracker * Manx Independent * The latest of Edwards' impressive Rachel Savernake series... the writing is arresting but it is the plot that carries us along * The Critic * Riveting * The Sunday Post * Perfect for anyone who loves a puzzle mystery created in the Golden Age tradition... a proper old jape * Crime Fiction Lover * A very clever novel indeed... [a] tour de force of plotting * Promoting Crime Fiction * A game between author and reader... if you like Golden Age novels you'll love it * Historical Novel Society * A wholly satisfying Golden Age-style whodunnit, fully and fairly clued, and with every revelation followed by another twist * Morning Star *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
2 Maps
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 157 mm
Thickness: 38 mm
Weight
568 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-0359-0980-3 (9781035909803)
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Martin Edwards
Hemlock Bay
From the 'True Master of British Crime Writing', a Chilling and Twisty Golden Age Mystery
E-Book
09/2024
1st Edition
Apollo
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Martin Edwards has won the Edgar, Agatha, H.R.F. Keating, Macavity, Poirot and Dagger awards as well as being shortlisted for the Theakston's Prize. He is President of the Detection Club, a former Chair of the Crime Writers' Association and consultant to the British Library's bestselling crime classics series.
In 2020 he was awarded the Diamond Dagger for his outstanding contribution to crime fiction. Follow Martin on Twitter and Instagram (@medwardsbooks) and Facebook (@MartinEdwardsBooks).
In 2020 he was awarded the Diamond Dagger for his outstanding contribution to crime fiction. Follow Martin on Twitter and Instagram (@medwardsbooks) and Facebook (@MartinEdwardsBooks).