- Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: Coronet; paperback / softback edition (5 July 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340831456
- ISBN-13: 978-0340831458
- Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 11.2 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 630,552 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'You're hooked. Evans contrives to slip the necessary specialist net-head detail into the plot without being boring or patronising. He can also pin down a character with a few details deftly brushed in. . . The characters are delightfully delineated by their speech patterns. . . beautifully controlled. . . Not the least satisfying aspect of this pacy thriller for the 21st century is the way things go on happening until the last page.' (The Times )
'A clever interesting read that you can take your time over. One can only hope that this, the first novel by Jon Evans, is not the last.' - (Bolton Evening News )
'A taut thriller . . . He keeps you guessing and leaves you with the uncomfortable realisation of just how plausible all this could be. A real page-turner' (Ms London )
'This is a stunning debut novel from a thriller writer to watch . . . a breathtaking thriller' (Western Daily Press )
'TRAIL OF THE DEAD is engaging, disturbing, and relentless - an impressive debut novel.' (C.J. Box, award-winning author of WINTERKILL )
'An original two-way hunt with moments of real suspense scattered across the wildest reaches of the planet' (Hector Macdonald )
'In this haunting, suspense debut, Evans takes the reader on a page-turning adventure' (Publishers Weekly )
'I was completely gripped. As the plot unfolded, I found myself constantly surprised. Jon Evans's plotting is excellent, and he has obviously travelled widely - all the details are clearly authentic and I found myself interested in the locations as much as the plot. The internet aspect of the story was intriguing, and at the end all the strands were tied up perfectly. I never wanted to put the book down, and I was almost glad I was ill, so I had the chance to read it quickly.' (Emily Barr )
'You're hooked. Evans contrives to slip the necessary specialist net-head detail into the plot without being boring or patronising. He can also pin down a character with a few details deftly brushed in. . . The characters are delightfully delineated by their speech patterns . . . beautifully controlled . . . Not the least satisfying aspect of this pacy thriller for the 21st century is the way things go on happening until the last page.' (The Times )
'TRAIL OF THE DEAD is engaging, disturbing, and relentless - an impressive debut novel.' (C.J. Box, award-winning author of WINTERKILL and TROPHY HUNT )
'I was completely gripped. As the plot unfolded, I found myself constantly surprised. Jon Evans's plotting is excellent, and he has obviously travelled widely - all the details are clearly authentic and I found myself interested in the locations as much as the plot. The internet aspect of the story was intriguing, and at the end all the strands were tied up perfectly. I never wanted to put the book down.' (Emily Barr )
'A clever interesting read that you can take your time over. One can only hope that this, the first novel by Jon Evans, is not the last.' - (Bolton Evening News )
'A taut thriller . . . He keeps you guessing and leaves you with the uncomfortable realisation of just how plausible all this could be. A real page-turner' (Ms London )
'This is a stunning debut novel from a thriller writer to watch . . . a breathtaking thriller' (Western Daily Press )
'TRAIL OF THE DEAD is engaging, disturbing, and relentless - an impressive debut novel.' (C.J. Box, award-winning author of WINTERKILL )
'An original two-way hunt with moments of real suspense scattered across the wildest reaches of the planet' (Hector Macdonald )
'In this haunting, suspense debut, Evans takes the reader on a page-turning adventure' (Publishers Weekly )
'I was completely gripped. As the plot unfolded, I found myself constantly surprised. Jon Evans's plotting is excellent, and he has obviously travelled widely - all the details are clearly authentic and I found myself interested in the locations as much as the plot. The internet aspect of the story was intriguing, and at the end all the strands were tied up perfectly. I never wanted to put the book down, and I was almost glad I was ill, so I had the chance to read it quickly.' (Emily Barr )
'You're hooked. Evans contrives to slip the necessary specialist net-head detail into the plot without being boring or patronising. He can also pin down a character with a few details deftly brushed in. . . The characters are delightfully delineated by their speech patterns . . . beautifully controlled . . . Not the least satisfying aspect of this pacy thriller for the 21st century is the way things go on happening until the last page.' (The Times )
'TRAIL OF THE DEAD is engaging, disturbing, and relentless - an impressive debut novel.' (C.J. Box, award-winning author of WINTERKILL and TROPHY HUNT )
'I was completely gripped. As the plot unfolded, I found myself constantly surprised. Jon Evans's plotting is excellent, and he has obviously travelled widely - all the details are clearly authentic and I found myself interested in the locations as much as the plot. The internet aspect of the story was intriguing, and at the end all the strands were tied up perfectly. I never wanted to put the book down.' (Emily Barr )
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'An original two-way hunt with moments of real suspense scattered across the wildest reaches of the planet'
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Didn't expect much from this book as picked it up from a bargain bucket in local shop. However it wrecked all my sunday plans to meet with friends. Very easy to read and a fantastic story. The main character is very likeable, an original and exciting serial killer, jam packed with shock and suspense and if that wasnt enough it tickles the travelling tastebuds to as it takes place over four continents. So what are you waiting for order your book now and when it arrives cancel your life for a day, unplug the phone, put a public health quarantine sign on the door and enjoy with no interruptions. Best of all plenty of opportuities for a sequel so if you know Jon Evans tell him to get writing now.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I picked this up last weekend on the cheap in an Asda store and finished it monday night.
I think that the guy like the hero in his book is Canadian and that this is his first solo novel. It's impressive stuff and when he writes about Brits, Kiwis etc it is with affinity and knowledge often missing from American writers.
As a keen walker and half wanabee trail walker myself the setting and cast of the tale resonated but I think even those who never leave the car/bus/tube will still appreciate the tale and how it is woven around the events, locations and characters therein.
It avoids too many ovious plot turns and also anything too ridiculous, whilst keeping up a good pace which dispenses with extraneous detail though still sets the scene.
Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this and it is one of the better books I have read for quite some time. I had been waiting for a new Dominic Martell novel and this filled the space nicely albeit briefly which is high praise from me.
I think that the guy like the hero in his book is Canadian and that this is his first solo novel. It's impressive stuff and when he writes about Brits, Kiwis etc it is with affinity and knowledge often missing from American writers.
As a keen walker and half wanabee trail walker myself the setting and cast of the tale resonated but I think even those who never leave the car/bus/tube will still appreciate the tale and how it is woven around the events, locations and characters therein.
It avoids too many ovious plot turns and also anything too ridiculous, whilst keeping up a good pace which dispenses with extraneous detail though still sets the scene.
Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this and it is one of the better books I have read for quite some time. I had been waiting for a new Dominic Martell novel and this filled the space nicely albeit briefly which is high praise from me.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this title after reading another of Jon Evans books, which i thoroughly enjoyed, on holiday 3 or 4 years ago.
Upon recieving it I couldn't quite understand why the story was so familliar.. Until I recieved a copy of the original book i had previously read.
This book, is actually Trail Of The Dead, Re-covered, and Re-titled.
Now don't get me wrong, Jon Evans is a fantastic author, but i can't help but feel a little annoyed that this has happened.
I don't think i'll be filing for a refund as i bought it from an Amazon Trader, and i don't believe its their fault.
Just be warned that if you have also read Trail of the Dead, that this is EXACTLY the same book, word for word.
Upon recieving it I couldn't quite understand why the story was so familliar.. Until I recieved a copy of the original book i had previously read.
This book, is actually Trail Of The Dead, Re-covered, and Re-titled.
Now don't get me wrong, Jon Evans is a fantastic author, but i can't help but feel a little annoyed that this has happened.
I don't think i'll be filing for a refund as i bought it from an Amazon Trader, and i don't believe its their fault.
Just be warned that if you have also read Trail of the Dead, that this is EXACTLY the same book, word for word.
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A must for those who have travelled 'The Circuit'
Well done Jon Evans.. This is my no.1 book of the year. Always special if you can connect with a book. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Photobus
Fantastic book, but beware..
This is a fantastic book, and i thoroughly enjoyed it..
But be warned, if you decide to buy more of Jon Evans work, give "Dark Places" a miss. Read more
But be warned, if you decide to buy more of Jon Evans work, give "Dark Places" a miss. Read more
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Totally gripping first novel
If you want to feel tired in the morning because you were sitting in bed reading until the wee hours, then keep this book on your bedside table. Read more
Published on 7 Oct 2004 by G. Stewart
Great First Novel
A great first novel, written in a very clear prose style which allows us to believe in the main character. Also our main character is fallable and even fairly 'normal'. Read more
Published on 18 Sep 2004 by Frase
Hugely enjoyable
Great plot with some nice variations on the standard serial killer devices. The multi-continent settings worked very well and I liked the descriptions of the back packing... Read more
Published on 26 July 2004
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