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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Alys ClarePublisher: Canongate Books Imprint: Severn House Edition: Main Dimensions: Width: 14.60cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.30cm Weight: 0.450kg ISBN: 9780727890108ISBN 10: 0727890107 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 25 November 2021 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsPlausible period detail and characters who feel real bolster the involving plot, and the prose and pacing are both top-notch. The prolific Clare shows no sign of running out of steam * <b>Publishers Weekly Starred Review</b> * A haunting, eerie tale with otherworldly twists, a multilayered plot, and Clare's excellent period details make this a fine choice for historical-mystery fans * <b>Booklist</b> * A complex, exciting mystery whose rich historical background is disturbed by some truly chilling events * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * An intricate puzzle worthy of Shakespeare himself * <b>The Historical Novels Review</b> * Excellent . Clare matches well-drawn characters, in particular the charismatic lead, with a head-scratching puzzle and creepy atmospherics. Imogen Robertson fans will be pleased * <b>Publishers Weekly Starred Review</b> of <b>The Indigo Ghosts</b> * A gripping and unique page-turner that juxtaposes brutal realism with an astonishing, otherworldly, magical adventure . A real standout * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Indigo Ghosts</b> * Wonderfully authentic period details, larger-than-life characters, a thought-provoking plot, and an affecting and powerful conclusion make this one of Clare's best * <b>Booklist Starred Review</b> of <b>The Angel in the Glass</b> * Impressive ... The mystery satisfies with a tragic, far-reaching conclusion. Clare reinforces her place among the top rank of historical writers * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Angel in the Glass</b> * A superb storyteller whose clever, twisty plots; believable characters, and skilful writing will engross the reader from first page to last * <b>Booklist Starred Review</b> of <b>A Rustle of Silk</b> * Excellent . Clare matches well-drawn characters, in particular the charismatic lead, with a head-scratching puzzle and creepy atmospherics. Imogen Robertson fans will be pleased * <b>Publishers Weekly Starred Review</b> of <b>The Indigo Ghosts</b> * A gripping and unique page-turner that juxtaposes brutal realism with an astonishing, otherworldly, magical adventure . A real standout * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Indigo Ghosts</b> * Wonderfully authentic period details, larger-than-life characters, a thought-provoking plot, and an affecting and powerful conclusion make this one of Clare's best * <b>Booklist Starred Review</b> of <b>The Angel in the Glass</b> * Impressive ... The mystery satisfies with a tragic, far-reaching conclusion. Clare reinforces her place among the top rank of historical writers * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Angel in the Glass</b> * A superb storyteller whose clever, twisty plots; believable characters, and skilful writing will engross the reader from first page to last * <b>Booklist Starred Review</b> of <b>A Rustle of Silk</b> * Author InformationAlys Clare lives in the English countryside where her novels are set. She went to school in Tonbridge and later studied archaeology at the University of Kent. She is the author of the Aelf Fen, Hawkenlye, World's End Bureau and Gabriel Taverner historical mystery series. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |