Death At the Seaside: Book 8 in the Kate Shackleton mysteries by Frances Brody (

Description: Death At the Seaside by Frances Brody The eighth fantastically quirky crime novel featuring amateur sleuth extraordinaire Kate Shackleton! FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Frances Brody has the knack of spinning a tale that has the charm of the period Daily MailNothing ever happens in August, and tenacious sleuth Kate Shackleton deserves a break. Heading off for a long-overdue holiday to Whitby, she visits her school friend Alma who works as a fortune teller there. Kate had been looking forward to a relaxing seaside sojourn, but upon arrival discovers that Almas daughter Felicity has disappeared, leaving her mother a note and the pawn ticket for their only asset: a watch-guard. What makes this more intriguing is the jeweller who advanced Felicity the thirty shillings is Jack Phillips, Almas current gentleman friend. Kate cant help but become involved, and goes to the jewellers shop to get some answers. When she makes a horrifying discovery in the back room, it soon becomes clear that her services are needed. Met by a wall of silence by town officials, keen to maintain Whitbys idyllic fa ade, its up to Kate - ably assisted by Jim Sykes and Mrs Sugden - to discover the truth behind Felicitys disappearance. And they say nothing happens in August . . . Notes The 8th quirky crime novel featuring this amateur sleuth extraordinaire, set in 1920s Yorkshire. Back Cover Nothing ever happens in August, and tenacious sleuth Kate Shackleton deserves a break. Heading off for a long-overdue holiday to Whitby, she visits her school friend Alma who works as a fortune teller there. Kate had been looking forward to a relaxing seaside sojourn, but upon arrival discovers that Almas daughter Felicity has disappeared, leaving her mother a note and the pawn ticket for their only asset: a watch-guard. What makes this more intriguing is the jeweller who advanced Felicity the thirty shillings is Jack Phillips, Almas current gentleman friend. Kate cant help but become involved, and goes to the jewellers shop to get some answers. When she makes a horrifying discovery in the back room, it soon becomes clear that her services are needed. Met by a wall of silence by town officials, keen to maintain Whitbys idyllic faade, its up to Kate - ably assisted by Jim Sykes and Mrs Sugden - to discover the truth behind Felicitys disappearance. And they say nothing happens in August . . . Flap Nothing ever happens in August, and tenacious sleuth Kate Shackleton deserves a break. Heading off for a long-overdue holiday to Whitby, she visits her school friend Alma who works as a fortune teller there. Kate had been looking forward to a relaxing seaside sojourn, but upon arrival discovers that Almas daughter Felicity has disappeared, leaving her mother a note and the pawn ticket for their only asset: a watch-guard. What makes this more intriguing is the jeweller who advanced Felicity the thirty shillings is Jack Phillips, Almas current gentleman friend. Kate cant help but become involved, and goes to the jewellers shop to get some answers. When she makes a horrifying discovery in the back room, it soon becomes clear that her services are needed. Met by a wall of silence by town officials, keen to maintain Whitbys idyllic fa Author Biography Frances Brody is the author of ten mysteries featuring Kate Shackleton as well as many stories and plays for BBC Radio, scripts for television and three sagas, one of which won the HarperCollins Elizabeth Elgin Award. A Woman Unknown was short-listed for the Mary Higgins Clark Award. Her stage plays have been toured by several theatre companies and produced at Manchester Library Theatre, the Gate and Nottingham Playhouse. Jehad was nominated for a Time Out Award.Frances lived in New York for a time before studying at Ruskin College, Oxford, and reading English Literature and History at York University. She has taught in colleges, and on writing courses for the Arvon Foundation. Review Frances Brody has made it to the top rank of crime writers. - Daily MailFrances Brody skilfully holds our attention, making us want to read on and then look forward to the next Kate Shackleton mystery. - Gazette & HeraldKate Shackleton is a splendid heroine.Frances Brody matches a heroine of free and independent spirit with a vivid evocation of time and place . . . a novel to cherish. - Daily MailThis is whimsical, colourful stuff and readers will warm to the entrepreneurial yet fragile Kate. - Take a Break Long Description Frances Brody has the knack of spinning a tale that has the charm of the period Daily Mail Nothing ever happens in August, and tenacious sleuth Kate Shackleton deserves a break. Heading off for a long-overdue holiday to Whitby, she visits her school friend Alma who works as a fortune teller there. Kate had been looking forward to a relaxing seaside sojourn, but upon arrival discovers that Almas daughter Felicity has disappeared, leaving her mother a note and the pawn ticket for their only asset: a watch-guard. What makes this more intriguing is the jeweller who advanced Felicity the thirty shillings is Jack Phillips, Almas current gentleman friend. Kate cant help but become involved, and goes to the jewellers shop to get some answers. When she makes a horrifying discovery in the back room, it soon becomes clear that her services are needed. Met by a wall of silence by town officials, keen to maintain Whitbys idyllic fa ade, its up to Kate - ably assisted by Jim Sykes and Mrs Sugden - to discover the truth behind Felicitys disappearance. And they say nothing happens in August . . . Review Quote Frances Brody skilfully holds our attention, making us want to read on and then look forward to the next Kate Shackleton mystery. Promotional "Headline" The eighth fantastically quirky crime novel featuring amateur sleuth extraordinaire Kate Shackleton! Description for Sales People Set in the 1920s in Yorkshire, the stories are full of wonderful characters and colourful historical detail Details ISBN0349406588 Author Frances Brody Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Series Kate Shackleton Mysteries Year 2016 ISBN-10 0349406588 ISBN-13 9780349406589 Format Paperback Publication Date 2016-10-06 Media Book Pages 400 Imprint Piatkus Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Language English Series Number 8 Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2016-10-06 Subtitle Book 8 in the Kate Shackleton mysteries NZ Release Date 2016-10-10 AU Release Date 2016-10-10 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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