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The Whaleboat House (Paperback)

by Mark Mills (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: HarperPerennial; New edition edition (3 Jan 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0007161921
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007161928
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 53,134 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Praise for The Whaleboat House: 'Crime fans know they're in the hands of a master of the art of murderous storytelling' Sunday Times 'A very rich book -- rich in detail and history and local color; rich in characters and conflict and mystery; and, most importantly, rich in wonderful writing' John Grisham 'Paced to perfection! a rich layering of character. Labarde in particular is a joy! a highly enjoyable murder investigation set against a backdrop of sumptuous local detail' The Times 'A striking and assured first thriller! worldly and impeccably researched' William Boyd 'This is an intriguing, atmospheric, literary crime novel. The uneasy juxtaposition of two communities is brilliantly evoked by Mark Mills' Daily Mail 'A remarkable first novel. Written with all the wit, lyrical language and slow character development one would search for in the literary department, the book is as rich in time frame and location as any you'd find in the best historical fiction. Mills' tale gently yet persistently pulls readers in' LA Times 'Atmospheric thriller! good, strong characters and an intricate plot give this impressively written novel its gritty edge' Woman and Home 'Beautifully written, character-driven book, with its exotic Long Island sound locale and lyrical descriptions! Mark Mills has written a first novel that reverberates in the mind with the force of a literary epiphany' Irish Times 'Subtle and stylish. Mills is clever, unravelling the story from several angles' Observer


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'this debut thriller from screenwriter Mark Mills is paced to perfection...Labarde in particular is a joy, the ultimate gritty hero...'
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable read, 9 Mar 2005
By D. M. Liffen (Norfolk UK) - See all my reviews
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I enjoyed this book from start to finish. I wouldnt say that the murder mystery element filled me with a great deal of suspense but it was the books rich history and sense of atmosphere of 1940's Long Island and in particular that of East Hampton originally called Maidstone after the town in Kent, England from where its first settlers hailed.

The story centers primarily upon the 2 main characters being Conrad Labarde, a Basque Fisherman and Deputy Police Chief Tom Hollis. Both for their own reasons have an inextricable need to unravel and solve the mystery of the apparent suicide of society daughter Lillian Wallace.

Extremely well researched, from very early on and most certainly by the end of the book, you will feel a closeness and familiarity to the place, the peoples and its history.

I recommend this read and look forward to more works hopefully soon from Mark Mills!

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping thriller. Amazing debut, can't wait for more, 3 Jul 2004
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Brilliantly realised thriller set in 1940s Long Island. The clever plot immediately draws you in and the characters make it an enjoyable ride. The background historical and technical research fills out the story, creating real authenticity and credibility without getting in the way of the unfolding drama. Mark Mills' first novel is a massively impressive debut - he's a name to watch and I can't wait for more.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars! An author to watch., 25 Jun 2006
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Evocative, thrilling, feature rich. The best book that I have read in a long, long time. The novel blends sea-faring, small-town life and the effects of WWII in an unforgetable mix. Incredible to believe that this is a debutant novel.........
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3.0 out of 5 stars Not quite a page turner
The book centred around a complex character, his strength and determination came through well and he was totally believable. Read more
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1.0 out of 5 stars Go Fishing, anyone?
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5.0 out of 5 stars A good read
Very gripping crime novel set in the unusual venue of a North American fishing community. First few pages did not impress but I was soon pleased that I perservered. Excellent
Published on 2 Nov 2006 by Dave

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