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The Craftsman

The most chilling book you'll read this year
Series: The Craftsmen
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He makes his living from death. But is he capable of murder? Florence Lovelady's career was made when she convicted coffin-maker Larry Grassbrook of a series of child murders 30 years ago, where victims were buried alive. Larry confessed, making it an open and shut case. Now Larry is dead, yet similar events resurface. Was the conviction flawed, or is something far darker unfolding?
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Fans of crime thrillers with dark, gothic undertones will appreciate this novel. Readers who enjoy complex mysteries, sinister stories, and strong female protagonists will find it compelling.

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Award-winning writer Sharon Bolton is back with her most gripping, suspenseful and chilling novel yet.

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He makes his living from death.

But is he capable of murder?

Florence Lovelady's career was made when she convicted coffin-maker Larry Grassbrook of a series of child murders 30 years ago. Like something from our worst nightmares, the victims were buried, but while they were still alive.

Larry confessed the crimes; it was an open and shut case. But now he's dead, and events from the past start to repeat themselves. Did she get it wrong all those years ago? Or is there something much darker at play?

Series: The Craftsmen

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The Craftsman is gripping from page one, delivering compulsive and engaging reading. Sharon Bolton showcases her best work with a beautifully dark and disturbing tale. Readers are drawn into pitch-perfect creepiness with sinister mysteries and strong female empowerment. The book blends rich crime thriller elements with a hint of gothic atmosphere, creating a dark and disturbing experience that leaves you looking over your shoulder and unwilling to let go.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409174134

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Trapeze

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Sharon (formerly S J) Bolton grew up in a cotton-mill town in Lancashire and had an eclectic early career in marketing and public relations. She gave it up in 2000 to become a mother and a writer.

Her first novel, Sacrifice, was voted Best New Read by Amazon.uk, whilst her second, Awakening, won the 2010 Mary Higgins Clark Award (part of the prestigious Edgars) in the US. She has been shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger, the Theakston's Prize for Best Thriller, the International Thriller Writers' Best First Novel award, the Prix Du Polar in France and the Martin Beck award in Sweden.

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