Crow Court

Name: Crow Court
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781800180901
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By Andy Charman

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Summary

Crow Court by Andy Charman is a gripping historical novel set in a 19th-century English village. The story delves into the life of a community that is shaken by a series of incidents following a young choirboy's tragic death. Through multiple perspectives, the book explores themes of justice, humanity, and the complexities of rural life as secrets and suspicions unfold in an intimately portrayed society.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate richly woven tales set in historical contexts, filled with intricate characters and intertwining plots. This story vividly explores themes of justice, community, and the complexities of human nature, offering an engaging experience for fans of novels that dive deep into the intricacies of village life and interpersonal relationships.

Longlisted for the Desmond Elliott Prize 2021, this searingly inventive novel conjures a kaleidoscope of individual lives that all touch a central mystery: the suicide of a choirboy in rural Victorian Dorset

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Crow Court was longlisted for the Desmond Elliott Prize 2021 and shortlisted for the CWA Daggers Historical Award 2022.

Spring, 1840. In the Dorset market town of Wimborne Minster, a young choirboy drowns himself. Soon after, the choirmaster—a belligerent man with a vicious reputation—is found murdered, in a discovery tainted as much by relief as it is by suspicion. The gaze of the magistrates falls on four local men, whose decisions will reverberate through the community for years to come.

So begins the chronicle of Crow Court, unraveling over fourteen delicately interwoven episodes, with the town of Wimborne as their backdrop. A young gentleman and his groom run off to join the army; a sleepwalking cordwainer wakes on his wife's grave; desperate farmhands emigrate. We meet the composer with writer's block; the smuggler; a troupe of actors down from London; and old Art Pugh, whose impoverished life has made him hard to amuse.

Meanwhile, justice waits...

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Crow Court by Andy Charman is praised for its intricate construction and convincing narrative. Reviewers highlight its exploration of the repercussions of violence rather than just solving a mystery, noting its skilful execution. The book is celebrated for its historically rich yet modern exploration of morality, vividly realised setting, and diverse characters. It is described as throbbing with life and humanity, offering an original and compelling debut that captivates with its intrigue and deep emotional resonance.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800180901

Publisher: Boundless Publishing Group Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Unbound

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Andy Charman has a BA in Philosophy and Literature from the University of Warwick and works as a business analyst and consultant. He is also a certified coach, working with other authors on their writing practice. His short stories have appeared in Every Day Fiction, The Battered Suitcase, Cadenza, Ballista other periodicals and websites. Born and raised in Dorset, he now lives in Surrey with his wife and daughter.