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The Messenger of Athens (Mysteries of/Greek Detective 1) [Kindle Edition]

Anne Zouroudi (Author)
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
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'In this fascinating thriller, the remote Greek island of Thiminos seems untouched and untroubled by modern life - until the battered body of a young woman is found at the foot of a cliff' Woman's Own 'Absorbing and beautifully written and reveals the savage, superstitious reality behind the pretty facade that is all that most of us know of any Greek island' Literary Review 'This powerfully atmospheric mystery embraces Mediterranean passion, mythic meddling and patriarchal persecution. First-time novelist Anne Zouroudi proves a natural at the dark arts of writing Euro-crime' Independent 'A really good summer read' Choice

Susan Hill

'Gripping and tense with an atmosphere which holds you in thrall'
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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 621 KB
  • Print Length: 337 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0316075426
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing (20 Jun 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B00555PTZ6
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #9,274 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Greek delight 12 Aug 2008
By Phil
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Why is a young woman lying dead at the bottom of a moutainside, and why have the local police declined to investigate? And how is the mystery linked to the local way of life?

This isn't a typical crime novel: it's as much an examination of the social and cultural factors influencing the crime as a whodunit, and the pace is quite leisurely (although it never drags its feet). It's set on a small Greek island, in winter, when everyone is struggling to make ends meet, and I can vouch for its authenticity, from my acquaintance with the remote Greek community where I read this. (Wish I was still there.) It's unusually well-written, rich with description, and full of excellent characters and dialogue. The resolution satisfies, and the enigma of the in-coming investigator's origins is quite intriguing! Anne Zouroudi is a talented writer, and her book deserves to do an awful lot better than I suspect it will (not helped by the fact that her surname begins with a Z; have a look, next time you're in a bookshop, and watch where people tend to peruse the shelves). Thoroughly recommended, but maybe not for those who like their crime lightning-paced and full of action.
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A modern Poirot with a hard edge 20 Aug 2007
By Dr. W. H. Konarzewski
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I read this on holiday in 5 hours and found it "unputdownable" if I may be excused the clichee. Not a dull word. Not a wasted word. Lots of atmosphere and a fast paced plot. Zouroudi writes beautifully and develops her own flavour of the Greek islands (the book compares favourably with Captain Corelli's Mandolin and The Island (by Victoria Hislop). The story moves remorselessly to an unpredictable but very satisfying and poetic ending. I look forward eagerly to her next book. Strongly recommended.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyable read. 26 May 2009
By Marmalade the Book Magpie
Format:Paperback
It's not the usual sort of crime novel with its highly unusual detective with very mysterious methods of detection and an odd sense of justice. If you like a run of the police proceedural or a pacy novel then this books not for you.
What I most enjoyed about the book was that it gave such an honest insight into what it's really like to live on a seemingly idyllic greek island, all the keeping up appearances, doing your duty, attending church wether you want to or not and all the gossip and back biting. It maked me question wether I'd be happier living in a big, ugly city where no one including your neighbour knows your name and doesn't care to find out either.
I loved the book and will be buying the sequel as it was such a refreshing change.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars a breath of fresh air
this is the second Anne Zouroudi book i have read, i started with number 4 in the series, but no matter they don't need to be read in order. i am hooked! Read more
Published 11 days ago by Sally Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved It!
Really enjoyed this book - a bit different to your usual detective mysteries as the main character is not a detective! Read more
Published 11 days ago by Kristen 23
4.0 out of 5 stars An investigator with a difference
Anne zouroudi takes you straight to the Greek islands and the sights and even the scents of the Mediterranean today. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Mrs Elizabeth Earnshaw
4.0 out of 5 stars First Time reader of Anne Zouroudi
Enjoyed the book, interesting characters and a twist at the end will read more of her books, have already got her second book and looking forward to reading it.
Published 17 days ago by S Clark
1.0 out of 5 stars Miserable
By the impression of the cover, I thought this was a cozy style murder mystery, so my disappointment is probably my own fault for not reading the blurb and the reviews properly. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Sydney Bristow
4.0 out of 5 stars The Messenger of Athens
The second book is better, but it is good to read this one to discover a little more about 'the messenger' and how he works. If you like Greece then this is definitely a good read. Read more
Published 26 days ago by AJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than a holiday in Greece (almost)
The fat Greek detective is an understatement of a person. He is quiet, groomed, slightly plump and very likeable (not forgetting his whitened tennis shoes o best beloved!). Read more
Published 27 days ago by Mrs Roxana G Gale
4.0 out of 5 stars The Messenger of Athens
I enjoyed this book although it was much darker than I expected. The descriptions of life on a Greek Island in a long boring winter were very evocative. Read more
Published 1 month ago by L. Cox
3.0 out of 5 stars An new detective, sent by whom?
It takes time to become accustomed to the style and the question about the identity of the "detective" is tantalizingly left unanswered. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jane Duffield
4.0 out of 5 stars A good read
This is an 'alternative' detective story set in the Greek countryside, which begs the question - Who is the main protagonist?
Published 3 months ago by Happy Buyer
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