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'Expertly plotted and mesmerising' - Mick Herron A local myth. A deadly threat. Vera Stanhope, star of ITV's Vera, returns for her most shocking case so far . . .
I can't see anything. It's as if this house is on its own in the world, as if I'm on…
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2 authors picked The Dark Wives as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Ann Cleeves never disappoints with the wonderful Vera Stanhope mysteries. This latest one is as moody and twisty turny as you could wish. Every thing you want in a British Mystery, with a detective as unusual and delightful as any you'll find on the pages of fiction.
DI Vera Stanhope has appeared in many of Ann Cleeves' crime novels and the popular screen ITV screen adaptations, and Vera returns in this new mystery.
The Dark Wives is atmospheric and gripping, with characters to care for and superb plotting. It really is no wonder that Ann Cleeves has so many fans for her work. She is one of the best crime writers currently producing consistently excellent novels.
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