- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Allison & Busby (3 Dec 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0749080760
- ISBN-13: 978-0749080761
- Product Dimensions: 21.7 x 15.1 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 949,637 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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When John Rawlings is asked to investigate a secret club and some shady goings-on, he is intrigued. The disreputable Sir Francis Dashwood is believed to be involved, as well as some illustrious members of the British aristocracy. In disguise and accompanied by the ungainly Sam Swann, John befriends Sir Dashwood and gains access to his home and family, including someone from John's past, someone whose exceptional beauty still hypnotises him. However, evil lurks in hidden corners of Sir Dashwood's opulent home and there seems to be a sinister element behind the infamous Hellfire Club's debaucheries. Is John putting himself and Sam in danger by trying to find out the truth?
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Deryn Lake is a pseudonym of a well know historical novelist. Among the books she has written are the popular John Rawlings Mysteries, Death on the Romney Marsh, Death in the Peerless Pool, Death at the Apothecaries' hall, Death at the Devil's Tavern and others. As all her titles are preceded by the word death, this is a pretty good indication regarding the contents of the books and very good historical murder mysteries they are. `Deryn Lake' live near Hastings, in East Sussex
Death in Hellfire is the 12th book in the popular John Rawlings mysteries. When Rawlings is asked to investigate some strange happenings at a secret club he is initially unaware that the club in question is the famous or infamous Hellfire club. A club to which many of the most famous names in Georgian society are members. The club established by Sir Francis Dashwood after his return from a Grand Tour of Europe.
Dashwood had been educated at Eton where he came into contact with William Pitt the elder and he even had connections with Royalty, some of whom were said to frequent the club. Rawlings knew that he would have to move very carefully if he was not to tread on the toes of some of the most important people in London society
In disguise Rawlings manages to befriend Sir Dashwood and weedle his way not only into Dashwood's home, but also gains the friendship of his family including a lady from his own past. But danger lurks for John Rawlings. The Hellfire Club had gained a reputation and there was good reason for that. John was putting his friend Sam Swann and himself in great danger, even more danger than even he realised . . .
Death in Hellfire is the 12th book in the popular John Rawlings mysteries. When Rawlings is asked to investigate some strange happenings at a secret club he is initially unaware that the club in question is the famous or infamous Hellfire club. A club to which many of the most famous names in Georgian society are members. The club established by Sir Francis Dashwood after his return from a Grand Tour of Europe.
Dashwood had been educated at Eton where he came into contact with William Pitt the elder and he even had connections with Royalty, some of whom were said to frequent the club. Rawlings knew that he would have to move very carefully if he was not to tread on the toes of some of the most important people in London society
In disguise Rawlings manages to befriend Sir Dashwood and weedle his way not only into Dashwood's home, but also gains the friendship of his family including a lady from his own past. But danger lurks for John Rawlings. The Hellfire Club had gained a reputation and there was good reason for that. John was putting his friend Sam Swann and himself in great danger, even more danger than even he realised . . .
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book was up to the author's usual standard. John Rawlings and family, kept me entertainted through out. Such an easy read, you don't want to put it down. Cann't wait for the next adventure to arrive
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Deryn Lake is a pseudonym of a well know historical novelist. Among the books she has written are the popular John Rawlings Mysteries, Death on the Romney Marsh, Death in the Peerless Pool, Death at the Apothecaries' hall, Death at the Devil's Tavern and others. As all her titles are preceded by the word death, this is a pretty good indication regarding the contents of the books and very good historical murder mysteries they are. `Deryn Lake' live near Hastings, in East Sussex
Death in Hellfire is the 12th book in the popular John Rawlings mysteries. When Rawlings is asked to investigate some strange happenings at a secret club he is initially unaware that the club in question is the famous or infamous Hellfire club. A club to which many of the most famous names in Georgian society are members. The club established by Sir Francis Dashwood after his return from a Grand Tour of Europe.
Dashwood had been educated at Eton where he came into contact with William Pitt the elder and he even had connections with Royalty, some of whom were said to frequent the club. Rawlings knew that he would have to move very carefully if he was not to tread on the toes of some of the most important people in London society
In disguise Rawlings manages to befriend Sir Dashwood and weedle his way not only into Dashwood's home, but also gains the friendship of his family including a lady from his own past. But danger lurks for John Rawlings. The Hellfire Club had gained a reputation and there was good reason for that. John was putting his friend Sam Swann and himself in great danger, even more danger than even he realised . . .
Death in Hellfire is the 12th book in the popular John Rawlings mysteries. When Rawlings is asked to investigate some strange happenings at a secret club he is initially unaware that the club in question is the famous or infamous Hellfire club. A club to which many of the most famous names in Georgian society are members. The club established by Sir Francis Dashwood after his return from a Grand Tour of Europe.
Dashwood had been educated at Eton where he came into contact with William Pitt the elder and he even had connections with Royalty, some of whom were said to frequent the club. Rawlings knew that he would have to move very carefully if he was not to tread on the toes of some of the most important people in London society
In disguise Rawlings manages to befriend Sir Dashwood and weedle his way not only into Dashwood's home, but also gains the friendship of his family including a lady from his own past. But danger lurks for John Rawlings. The Hellfire Club had gained a reputation and there was good reason for that. John was putting his friend Sam Swann and himself in great danger, even more danger than even he realised . . .
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Adored by me
I have read all 13 books & I had to force myself to put them down.
Not only a brilliant read but so much history within in the stories. Read more
Not only a brilliant read but so much history within in the stories. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Lelsey Rimmington-Hill
Death in Helfire
I obtained this book before reading the 4 reviews. I find it hard to believe these reviews are about Death in Hellfire. Read more
Published on 7 Aug 2009 by S. Kelly
Another Great Read
I thought this book up to ms Lake's usual standard. Although it dips into the seedier side of this era it is handled extremely well. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 2009 by S. A. E. Kane
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