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The Swimmer [Kindle Edition]

David Haynes
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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2nd Edition.

The book was edited in March 2013.

A battered and lifeless body is dragged from the stormy Atlantic Ocean onto an isolated cove in West Cornwall. Only one man has a clue about his identity and he’s trying his hardest to turn away from the human race.

October 1919 - Thirty one men lose their lives in a horrific accident in an exposed Cornish tin mine.

How are the two incidents linked?

Local journalist May Jones and writer, turned hermit Joseph George form an unlikely partnership and attempt to find out

Set in a wild, coastal landscape famed for murderous smugglers and ghostly tin mines. The story weaves through the backdrop of far West Cornwall, a land drenched in the blood of forgotten men.

About the Author

I'm an independent fiction writer born and raised in Derbyshire in the U.K. I still live there with my wife, son and gentle, yet simple minded, retired greyhound. My love for books came at a very early age and has never ceased. Writing was a later development, although not by much. My first memory of writing stories was on an old typewriter with half of the keys missing. Apart from writing and reading, I enjoy sports, particularly cricket. I've never given up on the hope that one day I'll get a call from the English chairman of selectors. "Dave, we've got a problem. Can you get down to Lords and open the batting?" "I'll just finish writing this chapter, then I'll be there." I'd love to hear from you about anything, so follow the link at the end of the book and send me a message.

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 376 KB
  • Print Length: 171 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1480248444
  • Publisher: David Haynes; 2 edition (30 Aug 2012)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B0094EI064
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #127,884 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing Thriller 26 Oct 2012
By ACB (swansea) TOP 50 REVIEWER
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
This first novel by David Haynes is excellent and full of promise for more. His association between tragic events in 1919 and current times is expertly done. His picturesque portrayal of the Cornish scenery is detailed and easily visualised. The main characters May and Joe are readily warmed to. The author's build up to the climactic ending is handled adroitly, with suspense and with an experienced hand. Thoroughly enjoyable. More to come, hopefully.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Mystery Thriller 20 Oct 2012
Format:Kindle Edition
I got my copy on Amazon.com as I am outside of the UK. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Intriguing mystery, nicely drawn characters with good chemistry. The plot unfolds at just the right pace, leading to a great climax. The author produces a good atmosphere of suspense. The only small criticism I have is that there are some typo's, for me, the story was so good that I did not let this detract from my enjoyment. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for any future work by this writer.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A great first book 9 Oct 2012
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Believable characters, interesting story, well paced. Could have been improved by being longer,(maybe a few hundred words set in the historical present). Haynes seems capable of more detailed writing but then I am a quick reader and not all would agree it would be an improvement. On the plus side - not waffle! A few typos which better proof reading could have sorted but not a real issue. I enjoyed this and would definitely look to read more of Haynes' work.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars An Enjoyable Read
Another first book from a new Author for me. It is set in Cornwall and like Cornwall in days gone by is full of mystery and intrigue. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Scorpio
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely good read
I have read a fair amount of David Hayne's work now and I have to say, this is probably the one I like most. Read more
Published 1 month ago by ElaineG
4.0 out of 5 stars The Swimmer
The Swimmer is David Haynes first book and as a début (albeit with an overhaul), this is a very good book. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Joo (in UK)
4.0 out of 5 stars Great debut novel
A great debut novel. Full of descriptive imagery evoking many memories of Cornwall. As the story unfolded I really warmed to the characters of May and Joe. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Louise
5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping read
Good geographical base to start story.Nice mix of romance with hidden depths of imaginative story telling As events unfolded it held many unexpected twists, and surprises. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gill Stevenson
4.0 out of 5 stars Good and interesting read
David Haynes has created an atmospheric book that reads easily. I loved the shoreline descriptions and the mystery kept me guessing. Yup, it's worth getting this one.
Published 3 months ago by Kiw1
5.0 out of 5 stars An unexpected gem!
As a keen visitor to the area, I was really absorbed by way the author describes the Cornish landscape. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. J. Sellors
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Read
Hailing not only from Cornwall but from St Just (the location featured in the story) I can say that not only is the storyline good in its own right but the descriptive text... Read more
Published 4 months ago by kenspen
3.0 out of 5 stars Good story, pity about the writing
I reviewed this book when I first read it several weeks ago but the review seems to have been erased. Read more
Published 5 months ago by dumpledora
5.0 out of 5 stars an absorbing read that will not disappoint
This book is a well researched and enjoyable novel from a good writer set in Cornwall.The story unfolds in front of you in full colour thanks to the authors good descriptive... Read more
Published 5 months ago by bluebell1
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