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The October Man
A Rivers of London Novella
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The October Man
A brand new stand-alone novella in the bestselling Rivers of London series!
If you thought magic was confined to one country . . . think again.
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The October Man by Ben Aaronovitch transports readers to Trier, Germany, a city renowned for its rich history, exceptional wine, and ancient Roman relics. The plot revolves around a perplexing murder mystery where the victim's body is inexplicably consumed by a bizarre fungal rot. Recognising the situation to be well beyond mundane criminality, local authorities call for external expertise.
Investigator Tobias Winter, an adept and methodical detective, steps into this unnerving case with a clear mission - resolve the problem efficiently, safeguard his team from unnecessary danger, and minimise the bureaucratic aftermath. Winter is partnered with Vanessa Sommer, a tenacious and extremely eager local police officer, whose enthusiasm matches her extensive knowledge of Trier's history.
The duo's investigation swiftly uncovers links between the deceased and a group of seemingly ordinary, middle-aged men. As they delve deeper, they realise these individuals may have unintentionally reignited an ancient and bloody conflict. With the rot proliferating and the list of potential suspects extending to those born before the era of Frederick the Great, Winter and Sommer face the harrowing task of unravelling Trier's clandestine magical past.
The deeper they dig, the more perilous their journey becomes, as secrets long buried threaten to resurface with deadly consequences. To solve the case, Winter and Sommer must navigate a labyrinth of historical mysticism and contemporary danger, ensuring that the treacherous history they uncover doesn’t claim them as its next victims.
The October Man showcases Ben Aaronovitch's trademark blend of urban fantasy and police procedural, woven with wit and suspense. The richly-crafted narrative invites readers to explore a hidden magical dimension of Germany, one that lurks just beneath its surface beauty.
"The Rivers of London series is an ever-evolving delight" - CRIME REVIEW
"Ben Aaronovitch is a master of metropolitan magical mayhem" - STARBURST
"Aaronovitch deftly balances urban fantasy with the police procedural" - CRIME SCENE
"Once you start, you'll find a London that's just dying to be explored" - DEN OF GEEK
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The October Man by Ben Aaronovitch is praised as an incredibly fast-moving magical joyride for grown-ups, delivering a darkly comic read with likeable characters amidst the murder and mayhem. Reviewers highlight its brilliance and humour, maintaining the author's well-loved style.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781473224322
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 June 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Gollancz
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 174g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Before becoming a bestselling author, Ben Aaronovitch was a screenwriter for Doctor Who and a bookseller at Waterstones. He now writes full time, and every book in his Rivers of London series has been a Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller. He is published in 14 languages and has sold more than 2 million copies around the world. Aaronovitch is also a trustee on the board of Cityread London and is a long-time supporter of Nigeria's premiere arts and cultural festival, The Ake Festival. He still lives in London, the city he likes to refer to as 'the capital of the world'.
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