- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: BookPublishingWorld (31 May 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1905553196
- ISBN-13: 978-1905553198
- Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.4 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,433,261 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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How well do you know your best friend? How would you react if he was suddenly arrested for murder? At 45 years of age with a broken, childless marriage behind him, Detective Inspector Nick Burton is just coasting through life. That is until the day his boss, Chief Superintendent Dan Davies, is arrested and charged with murder. In denial Nick's attempts to get at the truth are further hampered when Dan dies while in custody. Question is: did he commit suicide to avoid prosecution and imprisonment? Or was he murdered to prevent a scandal?
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Inner Space by Merlin Fraser,
This review is from: Inner Space (Paperback)
This novel, which marks the beginning of a trilogy, has elements of multiple genres that blend well to make a cohesive story. There are elements of mystery starting with a murder-suicide by a prestigious British police officer. Why does a man who has dedicated his life to enforcing the law make it his last act to break the law? His co-worker, and friend, Nick finds the facts so improbable that he sets out to find the truth even though his investigation is against the rules.
Inner Space has elements of romance with the introduction of a green eyed woman, Jilly, who beguiles Nick - and, against her own inclinations, is beguiled in return. My one frustration was Nick's repeated reference to Jilly as a "scared little girl". She is a competent woman who works in the academic setting. While bemused by her unexpected attraction to him, she is definitely a grown woman. Woman enough to keep him confused. The elements of science fiction are blended so well with the new age philosophy of astral projection that it doesn't seem to be fiction. The science is well thought out and introduced from the academic setting. The contrast between the hero's reality, dark and danger filled, and the heroines', learning centered and protected, was well done. It is true that those in academia tend to think in straight lines without considering how their information or invention could be used in the hands of criminals. The police procedures and criminal elements give the American reader insights into the day to day operations of a British police force as well as the driving force that shapes the hero. No matter what genre, this book was a page turning success. I was as confused by the action as was the leading characters. The humor and emotional intensity kept me turning the pages to the stunning but greatly satisfying conclusion. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and eagerly look forward to reading the authors next offering.
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A crime mystery,
By vicevans (Italy) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Inner Space (Paperback)
I would not have chosen Inner Space for its title but I had read a few short pieces by the author and I was curious to know whether he could hold the reader's interest for a whole novel. Well the answer is that he can. This is not a whodunit but a "why did he do it". It is not the run of the mill detective story but a surprising mystery tale. Nick Burton, the book's central character, is totally convincing as the suspicious but gentle policemen. It is a good read which manages to keeps the reader guessing until the very end. I hope this is the first of a long series and I look forward to reading the next one.
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A fresh new kind of mystery novel!,
By Nellieanna H. Hay "Consumate Bookworm" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Inner Space (Paperback)
From its title, I expected "Inner Space" to be an exciting, off-the-beaten path crime mystery story. And from the first page, I was not disappointed! This story is full of believable, yet quite complicated characters who come to life on the pages with the author's skillful presentation; and of interesting & somewhat convoluted backgrounds painted in vivid strokes in historical locales in England; and of edge-of-the-seat suspense laced with subtle undercurrents. The stuff of a great mystery story! Plus more. . . .
It is definitely not an everyday mystery story. For a Texan, it has an Arthur Conon Doyle flavor and similar permeating complexity. It compels me to find out more about the settings and to fully understand their role in the story. Fascinating! There are no incidental words. Throughout, it vibrates with a griping sense of impended crisis, rising questions and pulsing emotions, making it impossible to put down. I eagerly await the next of the author's trilogy of books featuring these main characters. Just the one whets the appetite for more! |
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