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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Ethelred Tressider is a writer. Well actually he is three writers - he writes traditional police procedurals as Peter Fielding, historical crime as J R R Elliot and romance as Amanda Collins. The three are successful enough to ensure that they go on being published, but no more than that.
Ethelred's writing is not going well and life has fallen into a rut, and he knows it.
But then, suddenly, things begin to happen. His ex-wife Geraldine, who left him for his best friend years ago, has gone missing, leaving the impression that her ex-husband may have been the last person to see her.
What has happened? Has she been killed? Has she killed herself. Or has she maybe set the stage for her own disappearance?
Ethelred's chocolate loving agent Elsie Thirkettle tries to persuade him to investigate - after all, solving the mystery would do wonders for his career!
But soon she begins to wonder if her client knows more about what has happened than he telling her. Is Ethelred as innocent as he first appears?
This is a wonderful tale - cleverly constructed and well executed, with great warmth and wit. Some developments are guessable, but it spoils the journey not one bit.
That's largely because Ethelred and Elsie are such marvellous creations. Their conversations are a joy and it was a delight to spend time with them
A wonderful traditional mystery that does what it sets out todo exceedingy well.
Ethelred's writing is not going well and life has fallen into a rut, and he knows it.
But then, suddenly, things begin to happen. His ex-wife Geraldine, who left him for his best friend years ago, has gone missing, leaving the impression that her ex-husband may have been the last person to see her.
What has happened? Has she been killed? Has she killed herself. Or has she maybe set the stage for her own disappearance?
Ethelred's chocolate loving agent Elsie Thirkettle tries to persuade him to investigate - after all, solving the mystery would do wonders for his career!
But soon she begins to wonder if her client knows more about what has happened than he telling her. Is Ethelred as innocent as he first appears?
This is a wonderful tale - cleverly constructed and well executed, with great warmth and wit. Some developments are guessable, but it spoils the journey not one bit.
That's largely because Ethelred and Elsie are such marvellous creations. Their conversations are a joy and it was a delight to spend time with them
A wonderful traditional mystery that does what it sets out todo exceedingy well.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
`The Herring Seller's Apprentice' is the kind of book that is likely to appeal to fans of MC Beaton, especially those who like the Agatha Raisin books. This is a similarly light hearted mystery, with all the clues there to be solved.
Ethelred Tressider is a crime writer whose wife (sorry ex-wife!) has gone missing. When she is later presumed dead, the victim of a serial killer, Ethelred and his literary agent, Elsie Thirkettle, begin their own investigations. Elsie is a marvellous character, both outspoken and outrageous!
This was an enjoyable and quick read, but it didn't have as many plot turns as I would have expected having read the other reviews. Nevertheless, recommended.
Ethelred Tressider is a crime writer whose wife (sorry ex-wife!) has gone missing. When she is later presumed dead, the victim of a serial killer, Ethelred and his literary agent, Elsie Thirkettle, begin their own investigations. Elsie is a marvellous character, both outspoken and outrageous!
This was an enjoyable and quick read, but it didn't have as many plot turns as I would have expected having read the other reviews. Nevertheless, recommended.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Ethelred Tressider is having a mid life crisis. His writing is not going well and life seems dull and flat. His ex-wife Geraldine who ran off with his best friend ten years ago has been found murdered and the police seem to think he could have something to do with it. His agent Elsie Thirkettle is trying to persuade him to investigate the murder himself - after all he writes crime stories doesn't he?
The book is narrated by Ethelred and Elsie in turn. Elsie starts to suspect Ethelred may know more about what has happened than he is letting on and she is not convinced by the police theory Geraldine has been murdered by a serial killer. Is her client as innocent as he seems?
This is a story worthy of the golden age of detective fiction with red herrings galore. I guessed part of what happened but I'd defy any reader to spot the twist at the end. It is well written and the dialogue especially between Ethelred and Elsie is brilliant. The other characters are well drawn as well with Rupert - the erstwhile friend and former lover of Geraldine - standing out as a complex creation.
Elsie reminded me of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin with her terrier like determination to find out the truth and I think the book will appeal to anyone who enjoys M C Beaton and other similar authors. I look forward to reading the next book by this writer.
The book is narrated by Ethelred and Elsie in turn. Elsie starts to suspect Ethelred may know more about what has happened than he is letting on and she is not convinced by the police theory Geraldine has been murdered by a serial killer. Is her client as innocent as he seems?
This is a story worthy of the golden age of detective fiction with red herrings galore. I guessed part of what happened but I'd defy any reader to spot the twist at the end. It is well written and the dialogue especially between Ethelred and Elsie is brilliant. The other characters are well drawn as well with Rupert - the erstwhile friend and former lover of Geraldine - standing out as a complex creation.
Elsie reminded me of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin with her terrier like determination to find out the truth and I think the book will appeal to anyone who enjoys M C Beaton and other similar authors. I look forward to reading the next book by this writer.
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Herring Seller's Apprentice
Interesting style with good use of different type faces to denote the different story tellers. Quite enjoyed the style but the main character never came to life for me whereas the... Read more
Published on 25 Jan 2010 by Mrs. D. Drennan
A total waste of money
I have decided that I must have lost my sense of humour, I found 'The Herring Sellers Apprentice' one of the most boring books I have read. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2009 by Joyce Holmes
The Herring Seller's Hilarious!
This book is beautifully crafted and super-witty - I couldn't put it down. I kept turning pages until 1am the other night because i didn't want to put it aside, then I had to leave... Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2009 by M. WEBBER
I've become a fan of L C Tyler after reading this
A fabulous book that I could not put down until the last page. Interesting plot, intruiging characters and very funny.
Published on 11 July 2009 by Helen
Not to be missed
A super readThe Herring Seller's Apprentice (Macmillan New Writing) for the train, not the tube or plane - you don't want interruptions. Read more
Published on 11 April 2009 by Dr. Barbara E. Golden
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Not usually a fan of detective novels, I found this to be a really excellent read. It's original, well-crafted & humorous & keeps the reader guessing until the final page. Read more
Published on 10 April 2008 by Val, Watford
Clever
Entertaining and beautifully written, The Herring Seller's Apprentice is for those who love clever novels. I look forward to L C Tyler's next.
Published on 11 Mar 2008 by E. A. Graham
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