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The Circus Train Conspiracy

By Edward Marston
Series: Railway Detective
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The Circus Train Conspiracy by Edward Marston is set in the late Victorian era and centres around a detective investigation on the railways. As Inspector Robert Colbeck and his assistant Sergeant Victor Leeming delve into the world of travelling circuses, they uncover a tangled web of theft, intrigue, and mystery following an audacious train robbery. The book blends historical detail with a gripping criminal chase, emphasising the era's unique connection to crime-solving.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by Victorian-era mysteries and detective stories. It offers an intriguing blend of historical context and thrilling suspense, ideal for readers who appreciate richly detailed settings and intricate plots involving crime and conspiracy. If the idea of solving a mystery aboard a train underlines a well-crafted narrative, this might be the perfect read for you.

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The Circus Train Conspiracy

Book fourteen in the Railway Detective series following Inspector Colbeck and
Sergeant Leeming in Victorian England

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Following a string of successful performances, the Moscardi Circus is travelling by train to Newcastle for their next show. Yet a collision on the track with a couple of sleepers causes pandemonium: passengers thrown about and animals escaping into the night.

When the body of a woman is discovered in nearby woodland, Inspector Colbeck is desperate to lend assistance, believing the two incidents might be connected. Who is the nameless woman and who is targeting the Moscardi's Magnificent Circus?

The Circus Train Conspiracy promises intrigue and mystery as Colbeck unravels the clues surrounding this sinister occurrence.

Series: Railway Detective

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The Circus Train Conspiracy is highly praised for its engaging and masterful storytelling. It's considered an entertaining read that captivates with its suspenseful narrative, showcasing Edward Marston's talent for crafting compelling period mysteries.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780749021375

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 April 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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Crime & Thriller Edward Marston Fiction General Fiction Series: Railway Detective

About the Author

Edward Marston has written over 100 books, including some nonfiction. He is best known for his hugely successful Railway Detective series, the latest of which is The Circus Train Conspiracy. His other current series are the Home Front Detective, set in the Great War, and the Bow Street Rivals featuring identical twin detectives during the Regency

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