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The Lewis Man

The much-anticipated sequel to the bestselling hit (The Lewis Thrillers Book 2)
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The Lewis Man by Peter May is a gripping crime and thriller novel set in the beautiful but rugged landscape of the Isle of Lewis. The story revolves around a murder investigation initiated by the discovery of a mummified body in a peat bog. As former detective Fin Macleod delves into this eerie mystery, he unearths dark secrets and complex ties that bind the small island community, all while confronting his own past.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a mix of murder mystery and deep-rooted family secrets set against the haunting landscape of the Hebrides. With its intricate plot and atmospheric setting, it's a thrilling experience for fans of crime and psychological depth.

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The Lewis Man

The second instalment in the Lewis trilogy.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SEQUEL TO THE BLACKHOUSE BOOK TWO IN THE MILLION-SELLING LEWIS TRILOGY 'One of the best regarded crime series of recent years' Independent A MAN WITH NO NAME An unidentified corpse is recovered from a Lewis peat bog; the only clue to its identity being a DNA sibling match to a local farmer. A MAN WITH NO MEMORY But this islander, Tormod Macdonaldβ€”now an elderly man suffering from dementiaβ€”has always claimed to be an only child. A MAN WITH NO CHOICE When Tormod's family approach Fin Macleod for help, Fin feels duty-bound to solve the mystery. LOVED THE LEWIS MAN? Read book 3 in the Lewis trilogy, THE CHESSMEN LOVE PETER MAY? Buy his latest frontlist thriller, A SILENT DEATH

Series: The Lewis Thrillers

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The Lewis Man by Peter May receives high praise for its thrilling and atmospheric nature. Reviewers highlight its compelling narrative, complex characterisation, and lyrical descriptions of the wild island terrain. It's regarded as part of one of the best crime series, described as powerful, exciting, and authentic, with an engaging storyline and a heart-stopping ending.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857382221

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: riverrun

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 312g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Peter May was born and raised in Scotland. He was an award-winning journalist at the age of twenty-one and a published novelist at twenty-six. He is the million-selling author of the Lewis trilogy, the Enzo Files and the China thrillers; and of the Sunday Times bestselling standalone novels Entry Island, Runaway and Coffin Road. Peter now lives in South-West france with his wife, writer Janice Hally.

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