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The Magus of Hay

The twelfth gripping novel in the bestselling series from the master of the supernatural thriller
By Phil Rickman
Series: Merrily Watkins Series
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In The Magus of Hay by Phil Rickman, set in a village near the Welsh border, a mysterious death draws forensic pathologist Merrily Watkins into a world of dark secrets and old magic. As she navigates the intertwining lives of the villagers and the ancient folklore that haunts the town, Merrily must unravel complex historical and mystical dimensions to uncover the truth. This crime and thriller novel is filled with atmosphere, suspense, and a richly woven narrative.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love thrilling mysteries with a supernatural twist set in atmospheric, rural landscapes. With its captivating plot, it weaves together intriguing characters and an eerie ambiance, perfect for readers who enjoy a crime story with an otherworldly edge.

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The Magus of Hay

When a man's body is discovered near the picturesque town of Hay-on-Wye, his death appears to be 'unnatural' in every sense. Merrily Watkins, priest, single mother and exorcist, is drafted in to investigate.

The twelfth Merrily Watkins Mystery - The Magus of Hay - from Phil Rickman, the bestselling author of The John Dee Papers.

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The castle was moonlight-vast, all its ages fused together by the shadows, chimney stacks like the backs of hands turned black.

Hay-on-Wye: an eccentric medieval town known for its dozens of second-hand bookshops and for having its own king. Now in the grip of recession, Hay is fighting for its future. Not the best time to open a bookshop, but Robin and Betty are desperate, and only Betty worries about the oppressive atmosphere of the shop they're renting.

Merrily Watkins, diocesan exorcist for nearby Hereford, knows little about Hay until a body is found in the dark pool below a waterfall on the outskirts of the town and the police ask her to assist. The dead man's peculiar interests will open a passage to the hidden heart of Hay and a secret history of magic and ritual murder. And Merrily is alone and vulnerable as never before.

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The Magus of Hay by Phil Rickman is praised for its intricate weaving of murder mystery, police procedure, and supernatural elements, creating a richly atmospheric narrative. Reviewers commend Rickman's elegantly crafted, subtly eerie writing style that evokes a sense of lingering shadows. The book is described as a gripping page-turner that engages readers deeply.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857898685

Publisher: Atlantic Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 June 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corvus

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 480

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Phil Rickman Series: Merrily Watkins Series

About the Author

Phil Rickman lives on the Welsh border where he writes and presents the book programme Phil the Shelf on BBC Radio Wales. He is the acclaimed author of The Heresy of Dr Dee, The Bones of Avalon, Midwinter of the Spirit (now a major ITV series), the Merrily Watkins series and the John Dee Papers. Visit his website at: www.philrickman.co.uk.

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