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Set in Stone (Paperback)

by Robert Goddard (Author)
3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 409 pages
  • Publisher: Corgi Books; New edition edition (23 Nov 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0552146013
  • ISBN-13: 978-0552146012
  • Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 10.6 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 124,993 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Recovering from the recent death of his wife in a tragic accident, Tony Sheridan goes to stay with his sister-in-law, Lucy, and her husband, long-time friend Matt, in their home in the country. Disturbed by memories of his wife, and an attraction for Lucy, he starts having weird dreams.

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In Robert Goddard’s haunting mystery a strange house links past and present, a murder, a political scandal and an unexplained tragedy.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another suspense-filled mystery, 6 Sep 2006
By ctdak (Alaska USA) - See all my reviews
Just one more of many suspense-filled mysteries from a master story teller. This is not one of the author's latest novels, but I felt compelled to comment on it nonetheless, and here's why ... When I first discovered Robert Goddard I was warned by a bookstore clerk that even Goddard fans didn't like Set In Stone, although she didn't exactly say why. Thus I saved it until last, reading all of his others first, only to find that this one is one of his best!

It seems that some dislike the "supernatural" element of this story, or consider it out of character for this author. The latter may be true as he hasn't written another one quite like it, but as to the former all I can say is that this is fiction after all. (Why is there always such a hue and cry for fiction to be realistic throughout!) I found the "haunted house" aspect of the story reminded me in some ways of a Hitchcock story, and in no way did it detract from the story as a whole.

Perhaps more than Goddard's other stories, this one and "Caught in the Light" make the reader want to get involved as one of the characters, in order to help straighten things out due to people being misrepresented and misunderstood! Only a good author can do that.

Neither did I find there to be any significant loose ends at story's end as some have suggested. The story got wrapped up rather nicely I thought. So, especially if you already like Goddard's writing style (a master of twists and turns), then don't delay to read this one like I did. It's really very good, if not always realistic!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Not sure about this one!, 1 Feb 2002
By johnverp (Budapest) - See all my reviews
I have read nearly all of Goddard's books and have one unread one on my shelf. I waited with this particular one for longer than usual because I had seen references to the supernatural in some of the Amazon reviews - this didn't excite!

Many of Goddard's usual ingredients are there - exceptional and rich writing, good characterisation and, above all, his exploitation of the fact that people lie - this to create a good plot with twists and turns.

As it turned out, I wasn't too intimidated by the supernatural - in the end, its role wasn't all that influential (I think!). I also didn't mind the espionage angle.

Where I felt let down, however, was the close in that I felt too much remain unresolved and this is not usual for Goddard..

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Not up to previous standards, I agree, 10 Aug 2005
The first Goddard book I read was "Into the Light" which I found absolutely stunning. I've read a few more and enjoyed them all, but none as good as ItL I think.
And, Set in Stone, while quite an interesting book, was disappointing, both in characterisation and in plot, definitely only 3 stars (max.)
And, why, in my edition, does it say on the flyleaf (c) Robert & Vaunda Goddard, then Catherine Cookson asserts her moral right to be recognised as the author....
Have I missed something?
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2.0 out of 5 stars For existing fans only
I discovered Robert Goddard via his "Harry Barnet" series of novels, and then moved onto his other work. So far he has proven to be one of my favourite authors. Read more
Published 4 months ago by J. Robson

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than i thought
I had read some of the reviews of this one and set out thinking i would not enjoy it but i did thrilling and unpredictable as all Goddards books are. Read more
Published 16 months ago by mrs waters

4.0 out of 5 stars A tale of suspicion and treachery
Tony Sheridan is suffering from the recent death of his wife Marina who fell for no apparent reason from Henna Cliff in Devon. Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2006 by Philippe Horak

3.0 out of 5 stars strays from the mark
What starts out as another promising effort from Goddard peters out into an anti-climactic, overblown mess by the book's end. Read more
Published on 30 Oct 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable read, leaves you thinking.....
Not a typical Goddard fand I'm afraid, this is the third book of his I've tride but the first I've thoroughly enjoyed. Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Story.....seemed almost real.
Another Robert Goddard masterpiece. Tremendous setting around Rutland and The Finches Arms. I could almost see the buildings described. Read more
Published on 28 Aug 2001 by jostewart@hotmail.com

4.0 out of 5 stars Will Get You Hooked... As Always
Robert Goddard novels are as excellent as Alfred Hitchcock movies - you never know where this gifted author will lead you, there's always a new surprise just round the... Read more
Published on 14 May 2001 by C. Kuschel-Toerber

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed.
I have been a fan of Robert Goddard for several years and rate him as my favourite author. "Set in Stone" started of so well and I found the first half of the book... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Clever Book.
Once again Robert Goddard has hit the mark with an absorbing tale that keeps you hooked to the end. The accuracy of location down to the tiniest detail leaves the reader wondering... Read more
Published on 22 Feb 2001 by R. A. Jakes

3.0 out of 5 stars One too many
I've read all Goddard's titles and to be honest, this is his worst work (so far). That fact in itself is not a problem of course, because he has set a very high standard. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2001 by Merlot Monde

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