Start reading Funeral Note (Skinner 22) on your Kindle in under a minute. Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here.

Deliver to your Kindle or other device

 
 
 

Try it free

Sample the beginning of this book for free

Deliver to your Kindle or other device

Read books on your computer or other mobile devices with our FREE Kindle Reading Apps.
Funeral Note (Skinner 22)
 
 

See 1 customer image
Share your own customer images

Funeral Note (Skinner 22) [Kindle Edition]

Quintin Jardine (Author)
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
Print List Price: £7.99
Kindle Price: £4.99 includes VAT* & free wireless delivery via Amazon Whispernet
You Save: £3.00 (38%)
* Unlike print books, digital books are subject to VAT.

Formats

 Amazon Price New from Used from
Kindle Edition £4.99   -- --
Hardcover £16.61   -- --
Paperback £5.99   -- --
Audio, CD, Audiobook, Unabridged --   -- --
Audio Download, Unabridged £11.84 or Free with Audible.co.uk 30-day free trial

Product Description

Product Description

The brilliant new Bob Skinner mystery by the master of crime fiction, his most ambitious ever. After a tip-off, a man's body is exhumed from a shallow grave in Edinburgh. Murder surely, yet he died from natural causes, so, case closed? Indeed was there ever a case? But Chief Constable Skinner and his people keep on digging. Who was the man, why was he buried so reverentially, and by whom? Meanwhile corruption is discovered within the force, and an investigation launched. Immersed in crises, his marriage heading for the rocks, Skinner finds his very career hanging in the balance, its fate beyond his control. In a tale seen through the eyes of each of its leading players, Quintin Jardine, the Crimemaster, lays mystery upon mystery until the greatest threat of all those facing the Chief is revealed, and a deadly race begins. Can he win out, or will his life implode?

About the Author

Quintin Jardine gave up the life of a political spin doctor for the more morally acceptable world of murder and mayhem. Happily married, he hides from critics and creditors in secret locations in Scotland and Spain.

Product details

  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 533 KB
  • Print Length: 385 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0755356977
  • Publisher: Headline (24 May 2012)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B007CKAKTW
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #5,382 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

    •  Would you like to give feedback on images?

More About the Authors

Discover books, learn about writers, and more.
Quintin Jardine
Quintin Jardine

What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?

› Explore similar items

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A Telling Story 24 May 2012
By ACB (swansea) TOP 50 REVIEWER
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Written in the first person, Quintin Jardine unveils the investigation of a naked man exhumed from a shallow grave. He has been buried with the care of a person who had a personal interest rather than malicious leading to the key factor of who and why did it occur. Jardine has developed a complex relationship with the protagonists. Chief constable Skinner and his colleagues (Harold 'sauce' Haddock, Dr Sarah Grace,Professor Hutchinson) plus an intriguing personal life with several marriages and offspring. He is determined to find the facts behind the death. The narrative is divided into the characters involved whether police or family. Each chapter leads up to a satisfying conclusion pieced together by the author in an intriguing way that I did not predict.Sometimes lengthy at times but an enjoyable read that keeps the interest and guess work going.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes
No
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Funeral note 29 Jun 2012
By R. Robertson
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Written in a different format,but I found it very enjoyable, and was kept in suspense till the end.Would recommend to all Skinner followers.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes
No
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars superb book 3 July 2012
By Tosh
Format:Paperback
I have read all of Skinners adventures and have also brain washed 4 friends into reading them. I love the series and how its basically a soap opera. You do feel for the characters if they die/marry/have kids etc.

The storyline has the usual story arcs and crossovers you come to expect, and as usual engaging. But what made it great was how Mr Jardine had one chapter describing a scene from one persons outlook then the next chapter picked up from someone else's take on the same situation, it was really clever. Each chapter is also written in the style of the character, whether Skinner, Alex, Maggie etc so each had a personal touch to the personalities you have read throughout the series.

There have been many comments on the cliff hanger, but there have been cliff hangers before involving Andy, Maggie, Alex etc so it is nothing new. It has certainly not detracted me into not buying the next one, I loved the end, and I cant wait for the next novel.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes
No
Would you like to see more reviews about this item?
Were these reviews helpful?   Let us know
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Quinton Jardine book
I had never heard of this author before and read a friends book by him, He is quite similar to Ian Rankin and as I really enjoy his books bought this and was not disappointed, I... Read more
Published 21 days ago by Suffolk 63
5.0 out of 5 stars What an Ending!
Another winner from Quintin Jardine. The Bob Skinner series is a very good read and I cannot wait for the next instalment in June.
Published 1 month ago by Heidi Speck
5.0 out of 5 stars Soooo good
Have always liked Quinton Jardine's books. Engaging, enthralling page turners. Thoroughly enjoyable reading experience - looking forward to next
book.
Published 1 month ago by Morag Norris
4.0 out of 5 stars excellent read
another good book from mr jarine the story as usual had many twists and turns easy to read.The only problem might be if this is the first book you have read in the series you might... Read more
Published 1 month ago by GEORGE HOBBS
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant.
Always worth reading andthiswas oneofthe best. Great idea having individuals giving their opinions. Helps understand the characters better. Now I need the next one.
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. J. Ludlow
5.0 out of 5 stars Jardine at his best
Returning to the Skinner clan was a great experience. Intrigue all the way and leaves the reader wanting Skinner 23
Published 3 months ago by nytram
4.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Skinner titles
This is one of the best Skinner books in years; told in an invigorating manner and a first person register through all of the main characters. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Grant MacNeill
5.0 out of 5 stars Great stuff - first person perfect!
I have read all the Bob Skinner stories and for me this one ranks amongst the best. The title is a strange one, but the meaning behind it soon becomes more obvious as the story... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. V. Bradley
5.0 out of 5 stars Bob Skinner
Took me a little time to get into this book but then thoroughly enjoyed it. I always enjoy Jardine's style and like the short chapters.
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Margaret S. Logan
5.0 out of 5 stars where do we go from here?
Simply fantastic as is always the case. Mr Marine never ceases to keep the suspense and with the ending as it came it has left me waiting for the next in the series.
Published 4 months ago by William boyes
Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums

Look for similar items by category


There's a problem loading this menu at the moment.

Learn more about Amazon Prime.

    Your Shopping Basket is empty.

    Give it purpose -- fill it with books, DVDs, clothes, electronics and more.

    If you already have an account, sign in.

    There's a problem previewing your shopping basket at the moment.

    Check your Internet connection and go to your cart, or try again.

    View Shopping Basket (0 items)
      Amazon Media EU S.à r.l. Privacy Statement Amazon Media EU S.à r.l. Delivery Information Amazon Media EU S.à r.l. Returns & Exchanges