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Imogen Robertson's skillfully constructed historical suspense novels featuring the forthright Mrs. Harriet Westerman and reclusive anatomist Gabriel Crowther continue to attract a growing readership. Set in late 18th-century England, Island of Bones follows the pair as Crowther reluctantly returns to his family estate. A centuries-old tomb has been unearthed, and an extra body found inside. The mystery is too much to keep Crowther away - but he knows that coming home means his chilling past will start catching up with him.
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"Very good historical (somewhat romantic) mystery. Set in 1745, the plot also touches on events of 1723 and a plot to return the Pretender to the throne. Jacobites and such galore. This is the second of the series that I have read and I am enjoying the main characters very much."
— Kate (4 out of 5 stars)
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“First-rate prose and the deepening relationship between the two leads bode well for the longevity of this series.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Set aside quality time to fully enjoy this richly layered, engaging historical series; a great suggestion for fans of Anne Perry, Charles Finch, and C.S. Harris.”
— Library Journal -
“An altogether satisfying historical mystery.”
— Booklist -
“[An] audacious mix of cultural gloss and uncomplicated, straight-ahead storytelling. The multi-layered nuance of Peter Ackroyd and the buttonholing narrative grasp of Stephen King are stirred into the mix.”
— Independent (London) -
“In the overcrowded field of historical fiction, Robertson has the smarts comfortably to outpace most of her rivals.”
— Independent (London)
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" Very dense. Really like the two main characters and how the author includes interesting side stories. I read 1, 2, & 4 as ebooks but had to get this one sent from England. It was worth it. "
— Evangelyn, 2/16/2014 -
" A fun murder mystery, with an engaging detective duo that together approximate Holmes. "
— Amy, 2/12/2014 -
" Good twists. I guessed some of it, but it was still good. "
— Patricia, 2/11/2014 -
" Very interesting--the CSI gang is in the 1700's "
— Mary, 2/4/2014 -
" Intelligent, rich in period detail and satisfying layers of deceit and clarity. "
— Lheff, 2/1/2014 -
" I enjoyed the beginning more than the end. I think it dragged on a bit too much for me and I had a hard time keeping track of what was going on and who the characters are. Maybe it was too complicated for my retired brain... "
— Debbie, 1/29/2014 -
" Such wonderfully developed characters! "
— Suzan, 12/29/2013 -
" Happy to recommend if you like period mysteries. You need to read Instruments of Darkness and Anatomy of Murder before this. "
— Bill, 12/27/2013 -
" Just brilliant, review to follow. "
— Jerelyn, 10/3/2013 -
" This, the third in the series is by far the best!! Loved the returning characters and the new ones introduced in this book set in the lake district. I was able to picture the scenes having been there years ago. Hopefully, the author will have a new one for all of us soon. "
— Connie, 2/26/2013 -
" This is what happens when you pick up a book in the library! I really liked it but wish I would have know it was #3 in a series! "
— Susanne, 1/6/2013 -
" Fascinating historical mystery, set in Keswick, with lots of local flavour. I love this series! "
— Melanie, 12/12/2012 -
" This is the third in a series of excelent mysteriews set in 18th century England. I've rea all three now and am looking forward t oa fourth. "
— Margaret, 12/6/2012 -
" These books are so good! I literally gasped when I found out who the villain was. "
— Kelly, 9/18/2012
About Imogen Robertson
Imogen Robertson studied Russian and German at Cambridge University and has worked as a television, film, and radio director. In 2007 she won the Telegraph’s First Thousand Words of a Novel competition with what would become Instruments of Darkness, her first novel. She currently lives in London.
About Jenny Sterlin
Jenny Sterlin, winner of several Earphones Awards, has more than ninety audio titles to her credit, including Laurie R. King’s popular Sherlock Holmes / Mary Russell series. Before beginning her narration career, she helped found England’s experimental Living Theatre.