Broken Homes
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Broken Homes
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Broken Homes
From the author of RIVERS OF LONDON - the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling PC Peter Grant series returns with something dark south of the river...
From the author of RIVERS OF LONDON - the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling PC Peter Grant series returns with something dark south of the river...
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionWhen a mutilated body is discovered in Crawley, suspicion falls on Robert Weil, an associate of the sinister magician known as the Faceless Man. As Peter delves deeper into the case, it remains unclear whether Weil is merely a garden-variety serial killer or something far more diabolical.
While grappling with this gruesome murder, Peter is also drawn into a case involving a town planner who meets a tragic end under a tube train, and a stolen grimoire that could spell disaster in the wrong hands. Each new lead steers him further into the intricate web spun by London's criminal and supernatural underbelly.
The fast-paced narrative takes an intriguing turn when Peter gets wind of strange occurrences in Elephant and Castle. Here, on a peculiar housing estate dreamt up by an eccentric architect, built by frauds, and lived in by the desperate, Peter finds eerie connections that pose more questions than answers. What links this place to his current cases, and why does it have to be on the oft-avoided South of the River?
Ben Aaronovitch's rich portrayal of London is more than just a backdrop; it is a living, breathing character filled with warmth, sly humour, and endless quirks. The city's essence infuses the narrative, providing a vividly detailed setting that only Aaronovitch can conjure. With each twist and turn, Broken Homes brings readers deeper into a world where magical and mundane collide.
This series has rapidly earned its place alongside the iconic locales of Rebus' Edinburgh and Morse's Oxford. For those who relish their crime fiction mixed with a dash of the supernatural, Broken Homes promises an exhilarating journey through a magically charged London.
Immerse yourself in an expertly crafted tale that showcases Ben Aaronovitch's talent for blending the police procedural with a fantastical twist. Broken Homes is not just a book; it is a gripping adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
Series: A Rivers of London novel
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Broken Homes by Ben Aaronovitch is highly entertaining and wildly inventive. It is masterfully crafted and compared to the works of Terry Pratchett. The book features a wonderful world full of mystery, magic, and fantastic characters, offering a charming, witty, and exciting experience.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780575132481
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 May 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Gollancz
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Ben Aaronovitch was born and raised in London and all his work has reflected his abiding fascination and love for what he modestly likes to refer to as the Capital of the World. He worked as a bookseller before writing tie-in novels and TV scripts. He used to write for Doctor Who.
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