When Inspector Banks of Yorkshire investigates whether an abusive husband might be guilty of an unsolved string of murders, his suspicions are aroused by the details of the man's marriage. Is the suspect's wife a victim or could she be his accomplice? Popular with fans of P.D. James and Ruth Rendell, Edgar Award-winning author Peter Robinson has earned honors and critical praise for his Inspector Banks novels.
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"Hi! I really enjoyed the Alan Banks books. I thought the "Camaleon" books were better. I am dissapointed with the last chapters, because I thought that the end would be more exciting, but I like it because it is interesting and my favorite genere is the horror and thiller. " — Str (5 out of 5 stars)
"Hi! I really enjoyed the Alan Banks books. I thought the "Camaleon" books were better. I am dissapointed with the last chapters, because I thought that the end would be more exciting, but I like it because it is interesting and my favorite genere is the horror and thiller. "
“Robinson’s last two Banks books have been winners...and so is Aftermath.”
“A proven master of the British police procedural, Robinson should find a large audience for this gripping, psychologically astute tale.”
“The story is gruesome and graphic, but is hauntingly effective, especially when juxtaposed with Ron Keith’s precise and melodious reading. His accent is genteel and euphonic, and his intonation lively, creating a startling contrast to this story of murder and evil passions. As is typical in Robinson’s writing, past and present, public crimes and private life all merge in a compelling and unforgettable story.”
“Robinson’s canvas is as admirably broad and his insight into character and motive as keen as ever.”
" Great book. Latest in the series, which just gets better and better. An examination of victim vs. victimizer - and how difficult it is sometimes to see them apart. Chief INspector Alan Banks also continues to grow in his own relationships. "
" A really enjoyable read. Full of intrigue and suspense. A 'must read' book if you enjoy thriller/crime genre. "
" I like his writing style with a very detailed plot line that kept your interest from page 1. His main characters were well defined as were his subsidiary ones. "
" Creepy plot and easy to read without having read any of the others involving the main detective but does suffer from 'Strong woman who has ~~trauma~~ in her background' syndrome and does fail the Bechdel test, which is disappointing for a book with so many active female characters. "
" A wonderful and excitng murder mystery. "
" I found this even better and much more interesting, psychologically speaking. "
" I have read all of Peter Robinson's books and there are no bad ones. My favourite mystery writer by far!!!!! "
" Really kept my interest, although a hard-to-imagine situation at the end. Kept the main characters moving along in their lives so that I want to read more. "
" Interesting crime novel in which the culprit is immediately caught. It's largely about the ramifications of a serial killer's crimes and also how victims can become perpetrators. Banks is a decent character too, far better than in the chaotic TV version. "
" This just might be the best of this series that I have read. Robinson weaves together a number of subplots but without losing focus or distracting the reader from the main story "
" Police procedural. Lots of twists and turns, and conveys a feeling of gritty reality, but somehow never really grabbed me. "
" BOT, WOW kind of a story. More of this author. "
" Another enjoyable book from the banks series. This one was really sinister, and was difficult to read in terms if content. "
" First time reading a Banks novel - really enjoyed it. Robinson's characters are well thought out, and the plot is twisty without getting lost. I will definitely pick his books up again. "
" Another terrific read that kept me turning those pages. The characters are real, and the stories so complex, that I hate for the book to end. Fortunately, I think I can look forward to reading about 20 more in this series. "
" I'm not finished with this, but it is a fascinating novel which moves Banks on in his career and personal life, and provides a (possibly unwelcome) insight into the investigation of a serial killer's motives. "
" Thanks to BBC for been able to watch this series, which promises to be really good. "
" Banks .... Okay, few twists. Like how PR manages to get Canada connection now and then. "
" Um tema sensível, uma escrita poderosa, admirável!( As Raízes Do Mal ) "
" Can you imagine a book starting with catching the criminals instead of the death? Well this one has an even more incredible ending. "
" An excellent book for people who enjoy whodunnits. This book keeps you guessing until the end. Peter Robinson has written a number of Inspector Banks novels and each one is well written and keeps you guessing until the end. "
" Not bad but didn't seem much different from other british novels of the same genre. Also wrapped up too quickly - everything explained and ordered in the last 2 chapters. All that build up sort of for nothing. "
" I couldn't put it down....it is the first one of his books I've read. I got it as a free download to my Kobo. It became my bed time read and I found myself going to bed earlier just so I could manage a few more pages before drifting off, Kobo in hand. "
" First book I have read by this author and found it to be a good read. It was well done. The characters were interesting and the plot got your attention. J. Robert Ewbank author "John Wesley, Natural Man, and the 'Isms'" "
" A perfectly adequate mystery story whose ending was satisfyingly tense, but nothing out of the ordinary. "
Peter Robinson (1950-2022), author of the award-winning Inspector Banks novels, won the Anthony, Barry, Macavity, Martin Beck, and Arthur Ellis awards, among others. The Inspector Banks novels have been named a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year, a New York Times Notable Book, and a People magazine Page Turner of the Week. His novels have reached #1 on the London Sunday Times bestsellers list and hit the New York Times expanded list of bestsellers.
Ron Keith, a native of England, graduated from the University of Manchester. He has appeared in the Broadway touring production of Amadeus, in off-Broadway productions such as Hedda Gabler, My Fair Lady, and Candida, and in many regional stage productions. His television appearances include roles in One Life to Live and As the World Turns.
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