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In Dante, Arizona, a centuries-old feud between the families of Mortiss and Worse is coming to a head. Out in the desert beyond town limits, Walter Reckles emerges unscathed from an air crash in a classified zone. His story about hitting a drone is disbelieved, and his reputation discredited.
But Richard Worse is on the case and getting closer to the truth that could save Reckles and destroy the Mortiss empire. Meanwhile, in a cave in the Ferendes, Edvard Tissentern has discovered a wall of ancient hieroglyphs and is endeavouring to crack an uncrackable code. Could it be that the answer to both mysteries lies in the casino of a cruise ship on the Indian Ocean?
Things will go from bad to worse before you find out.
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Bad to Worse by Robert Edeson is praised for its unique rhythm and confident writing style, distinguishing it from typical mystery stories. Reviewers highlight the book's intellectual depth, combining scientific discussions with poetry and philosophy, all infused with intelligent humour. It's described as a delight for readers who enjoy sophisticated, urbane narratives and a touch of intrigue and adventure.
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ISBN: 9781925164930
Publisher: Fremantle Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 August 2017
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Fremantle Arts Centre Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 31.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 315g
Pages: 264
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About the Author
Robert Edeson was born in Perth, Western Australia, and educated at Christ Church Grammar School, the University of Western Australia and the University of Cambridge. He has been a consultant anaesthetist and researcher, publishing in the neuroscience, biophysical and mathematical literatures.
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