The Word Is Murder : The bestselling mystery from the author of Magpie Murders – you'... Anthony Horowitz
The Word Is Murder : The bestselling mystery from the author of Magpie Murders – you've never read a crime novel quite like this (Paperback / Softback)Anthony Horowitz
“The Word is Murder” by Anthony Horowitz is a bestselling mystery novel that takes the reader on a thrilling journey through the dark and twisted world of crime. This novel is the work of one of the UK’s most celebrated and accomplished writers, known for his mastery in creating bestselling teen spy series, successful TV series and critically acclaimed novels. The story follows the investigations of Detective Daniel Hawthorne as he delves into the complexities of a murder case. Written in a style that is unique to Horowitz, this page-turner is perfect for mystery and crime fans looking for a fresh and captivating read. With his extensive experience in the genre, Horowitz is sure to keep readers hooked from beginning to end.
- Paperback / Softback
- 400 Pages / Published 19 Apr 2018
- In stock
£9.99
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Description
She planned her own funeral. But did she arrange her own murder? Buried secrets, murder and a trail of bloody clues lie at the heart of Anthony Horowitz’s page-turning detective series. ‘EASILY THE GREATEST OF OUR CRIME WRITERS’ Sunday Times_________________A woman is strangled six hours after organising her own funeral.
Did she know she was going to die? Did she recognise her killer?Enter Daniel Hawthorne, a detective with a genius for solving crimes and an ability to hold secrets very close. With him is his writing partner, Anthony Horowitz. Together they will set out to solve his most puzzling of mysteries.
What neither of them know is that they are about to embark on a dark and dangerous journey whether the twists and turns are as unexpected as they are bloody. _________________’Raises the game-playing to Olympic level’ Guardian Books of the Year’A real page-turner. I loved it!’ Aled Jones’Horowitz blurs the line between fact and fiction’ Financial Times’Splendidly entertaining, absorbing and difficult to put down.
Hawthorne is an intriguing character’ Daily Express’Sharp-witted readers who think they’ve solved the puzzle early on can rest assured that they’ve opened only one of many dazzling Christmas packages Horowitz has left beautifully wrapped under the tree’ Kirkus Reviews’Deduction and wit are well-balanced, and fans of Peter Lovesey and other modern channelers of the spirit of the golden age of detection will clamor for more’ Publishers Weekly
Additional information
| Weight | 276 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 130 × 25 mm |
| ISBN-13 | 9781784757236 |
| Publisher | Cornerstone |
| Imprint | Arrow Books Ltd |
| Date of Publication | 19 Apr 2018 |
| By (author) | Anthony Horowitz |
| Pages | 400 |
| Format | Paperback / softback |
