October 1854. As an autumnal evening draws to a close, crowds of passengers rush onto the soon to depart London to Brighton Express. A man watches from shadows nearby, grimly satisfied when the train pulls out of the station...Chaos, fatalities and unbelievable destruction are the scene soon after when the train derails on the last leg of its journey. What led to such devastation, and could it simply be a case of driver error? Detective Inspector Colbeck, dubbed the 'railway detective' thinks not. But digging deep to discover the target of the accident takes time, something Colbeck doesn't have as the killer prepares to strike again.
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Historical crime writing of the first order, replete with authentic period detail, a vivid cast of characters, and a plot that makes for compulsive reading
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By D. C. Mytum
Format:Paperback
This is the first Edward Marston book that I have read so it was out of sequence in the 'Railway Detective' series. However, it made no difference as it proved to be a marvellous stand alone book in it's own right. I found it a joy to read and finished it in a couple of days. I shall be, without doubt, investing in the rest of the series.
I'm a fan of crime stories and have read many from the likes of Dexter, Rankin and Hill. Edward Marston, in comparison, has a much lighter touch but still manages to keep the reader enthralled and eagerly turning page afer page.
I enjoyed the building up of the main characters and their backgrounds. I found the plot, with it's twists and turns and blind allys, engrossing. All in all I found this book a very enjoyable light read and look forward to reading this series from the start.
I'm a fan of crime stories and have read many from the likes of Dexter, Rankin and Hill. Edward Marston, in comparison, has a much lighter touch but still manages to keep the reader enthralled and eagerly turning page afer page.
I enjoyed the building up of the main characters and their backgrounds. I found the plot, with it's twists and turns and blind allys, engrossing. All in all I found this book a very enjoyable light read and look forward to reading this series from the start.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Big Jim
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Format:Hardcover
A quick review for a series that is easy to read and quite enjoyable to boot.
The characters are nicely drawn and sympathetic. There is onviously more mileage to be had with Insp Colbeck and co.
The plots are interesting, wearing the research that the author has conducted lightly on their sleeve. As an example I thought I'd caught the author out in this, the latest instalment, where he has one of the protagonists getting a dose of morphine. In 1854? Surely not. But a quick check shows that morphine was first introduced to English hospitals in about 1843, so he got me there.
One point that intrigues me in this and indeed other books in the series is how quickly the good Inspector gets around the country. Surely some of his journeys must be impossible - but I bet the author has got his research bang on and that such journeys were actually quicker then than now. Is he making a point with this? Come on you railway buffs, could this be true?
Anyway, these are not strictly "whodunits" as the "Bad guy" is usually revealed early doors, so these should be seen as enjoyable period romps, with more than a dash of humour and uncharacteristic for the genre, blood and guts.
Having said all that, having just read these books one after the other this, the fifth was just a tad repetitive (eg a fair bit of reintroducing back story already covered in the other volumes) but for a light, enjoyable (yes that word again) and interesting read, this series, and this volume, fits the bill admirably
The characters are nicely drawn and sympathetic. There is onviously more mileage to be had with Insp Colbeck and co.
The plots are interesting, wearing the research that the author has conducted lightly on their sleeve. As an example I thought I'd caught the author out in this, the latest instalment, where he has one of the protagonists getting a dose of morphine. In 1854? Surely not. But a quick check shows that morphine was first introduced to English hospitals in about 1843, so he got me there.
One point that intrigues me in this and indeed other books in the series is how quickly the good Inspector gets around the country. Surely some of his journeys must be impossible - but I bet the author has got his research bang on and that such journeys were actually quicker then than now. Is he making a point with this? Come on you railway buffs, could this be true?
Anyway, these are not strictly "whodunits" as the "Bad guy" is usually revealed early doors, so these should be seen as enjoyable period romps, with more than a dash of humour and uncharacteristic for the genre, blood and guts.
Having said all that, having just read these books one after the other this, the fifth was just a tad repetitive (eg a fair bit of reintroducing back story already covered in the other volumes) but for a light, enjoyable (yes that word again) and interesting read, this series, and this volume, fits the bill admirably
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By C. Shepherd
Format:Paperback
Having recently discovered Edward Marsden and enjoyed The Frost Fair, I decided to try another title. Set in a time without mobile phones or forensics, this is a detective novel with a difference. A really good plot that twists and turns in the days of steam trains that some of us older readers still remember. The smoke, soot and noise of the old engines comes back vividly in the writing. I shall be looking for more in this series and hope they are as absorbing.
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Brilliant author recommended for people who like Victorian mystery with a twist also for railway lovers got a brilliant series have a look
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Another good one from Edward Marston
I've always enjoyed Edward Marston railway detective mysteries - this one was no exception. a very entertaining book and a good read.
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Good story, good plot. Well written and gives you an insight into the early days of the railway. But the feminine interest is also well covered . A good book within a good serie
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very good value in perfect condition have heard the plays on radio 4 extra and now am reading the books
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Bought for Loftus Library to complete a set currently held there. Plenty of interest in all books in the set.
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Bit of a potboiler
Interesting enough story but rather flat characters and slightly unconvincing plot and dialogue. The author really likes his train crashes....
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Super read
Another great fast paced story, full of drama and mystery with an exciting conclusion. Would make a great movie! :)
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as with other Railway Detective books it follows the same format which I enjoy not too may people in the storyline
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What a cracker!
Edward Marston is the master of his art. His books are well written and never flag.Read them all! I did.
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