The Railway Detective's Christmas Case

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The Railway Detective's Christmas Case by Edward Marston is a historical crime novel set in the festive season where Inspector Colbeck, known as the Railway Detective, is tasked with untangling a complex mystery involving a daring theft aboard a train. As he delves deeper into the investigation, the stakes get higher amid a backdrop of Victorian England, combining suspense with the holiday spirit. This intriguing blend of crime and Christmas delivers a thrilling read for those who enjoy period mysteries.
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You might enjoy this if you're drawn to historical crime mysteries set during the festive season. Dive into the world of Victorian England where a detective faces peril on the railways, unraveling a case full of intrigue and thrilling twists. Ideal for fans of period crime dramas with a touch of Christmas spirit.

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The Railway Detective's Christmas Case

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An excursion train comes through a tunnel in the Malvern Hills to be confronted by a blockage on the line ahead. The driver manages to slow the train down so that the impact is minimised, but the sharp jolt alarms the passengers.

The first person to alight is Arthur Heale, the man in charge of the excursion to the delightful spa town of Great Malvern. He walks to the front of the locomotive to see a boulder on the line, but as he is chatting to the driver, fireman and guard, Heale is shot dead by a sniper.

Such a puzzling case for the Railway Detective who is despatched from Scotland Yard to find the killer before he can strike again.

The Railway Detective's Christmas Case by Edward Marston will immerse you in a gripping mystery set against the backdrop of a Victorian Christmas.

Series: Railway Detective

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780749027292

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Edw ard Marston has written over a hundred books across many series. They range from the era of the Domesday Book to the Home Front during W W I, via Elizabethan theatre and the Regency period. He is best known for the hugely successful Railway Detective series set during Queen Victoria's reign.

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