Henry Johnstone 1930s Mystery

By: Jane A. Adams

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Hardcover | 3 December 2024

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224 Pages

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14.6 x 22.3 x 2.3

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Henry Johnstone has retired from his role as detective chief inspector, but is drawn back to an old case in Lincolnshire by an astonishing development in this page-turning mystery.

1931, Lincolnshire. Everyone thought that the young man who attacked Robert Hanson in a field three years ago before fleeing the scene was responsible for his death, including Detective Chief Inspector Henry Johnstone. Now retired from Scotland Yard and working as a private investigator, a shocking confession draws Henry back to the case. But is it worth stirring up old passions and bitter rivalries to right the wrongs of the past? Meanwhile, Inspector Mickey Hitchens is investigating a chilling case of arson and murder - and his old boss and mentor Henry's assistance could be the key to unlocking the case . . .

Fans of Jacqueline Winspear, Jeanne M. Dams and Agatha Christie will love this absorbing historical mystery that explores social prejudice and rural traditions in 1930s England.

Industry Reviews

Puzzles aplenty for coppers young and old * Kirkus Reviews on The Room with Eight Windows *
Complex and cleverly plotted, this book is highly recommended * Mystery People on The Room with Eight Windows *
Lovers of tweedy English murder mysteries will find much to like * Publishers Weekly on The Girl In the Yellow Dress *
A fitting swan song for Adams' dynamic duo * Kirkus Reviews on The Girl in the Yellow Dress *
Excellent . . . Adams effortlessly conveys the police procedures, business practices, and social mores of the period. Fans of golden age mysteries will be delighted * Publishers Weekly Starred Review of Old Sins *
Vivid . . . well-constructed . . . will appeal to the Downton Abbey crowd * Booklist on The Good Wife *
Fast-paced fun * Kirkus Reviews on The Good Wife *
Appealing characters . . . Fans of historical police procedurals will be satisfied * Publishers Weekly on The Good Wife *
A cautionary tale . . . about the perils of getting what you wish for * Kirkus Reviews on Bright Young Things *
A dense and atmospheric plot with plenty of surprises, authentic historical details, and intriguing characters . . . make this one a good pick for devotees of fans of British historical mysteries. * Booklist *

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