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When the bodies of Colonel Fletcher and his household are found, Detective Inspector Madden of Scotland Yard disagrees with the local police view that the motive is robbery. Having seen madness first hand during wartime, he recognises the work of a psychopath, one who will shortly strike again.
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It is 1921 and a terrible discovery has been made at a manor house in Surrey – the bloodied bodies of Colonel Fletcher, his wife and two of their staff. The victims have all been stabbed and the lack of disturbance in the house suggests that the attack was one of terrifying speed. The Surrey police force seem ready to put the murders town to robbery with violence, but Detective Inspector Madden from Scotland Yard sees things slightly differently. For he has experienced the horrors of World War I and has seen madness at first hand. And he is certain this crime has been perpetrated by a psychopath who will strike again . . . and soon. 'One of the most gripping thrillers I have ever read' Country Life 'If only every golden age crime novel could be as good as this' Independent on Sunday
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Since reading this book about a year ago, I have been eagerly awaiting the next installment, due out this month. Yes, some of the things I predicted would happen did, but by the time I went on the plot journey through the killer's mind and the investigative procedure, I was surprised! Definitely an enchanting read.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I purchased this book on the strength of the review quotes on the cover and I wasn't disappointed! An original, exciting storyline which I enjoyed tremendously. My one complaint perhaps was that it did take me a little while longer than I would have liked to get into the story and gather an understanding of the characters,but once this was accomplished I just had to keep on reading! I would certainly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good murder mystery and suspense. This story I think will not be forgotten in a hurry.Definitely worth the cover price.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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I came across this book by accident in my local library, and although I would normally choose fiction from a more modern era, I am so glad that I made this choice! It's the best crime novel I read all year, and it sent me searching immediately for other books by this author. For me the book had all the essential elements of a good thriller - suspense and a believable plot-line, while combining these with thoroughly human characters. Definitely highly recommended!
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Period piece
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Good in parts
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Published 19 months ago by utility dog
A cut above...
i first came across Rennie Airth by finding one of his novels (the third John Madden) in the public library--I had never heard of him, or read him prior to this. And what a find! Read more
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Disappointing
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Good but hardly original
On the one hand I found this book both enjoyable and exciting. On the other hand I would have enjoyed it more but for certain clichés. Read more
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