The Lazarus Curse: a gripping mystery that combines the intrigue of CSI with 18t

Description: The Lazarus Curse by Tessa Harris Fourth in the suspense-filled, historic crime fiction series featuring anatomist Dr Thomas Silkstone FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In 1780s London, American anatomist Dr. Thomas Silkstone is plunged into a swirling cauldron of sorcery, slavery, and cold-blooded murder . . .When the sole survivor of an ill-fated scientific expedition to Jamaica goes missing upon his return to London, Dr. Thomas Silkstone - entrusted with cataloguing the expeditions New World specimens - feels compelled to investigate. There are rumours of a potion that has the power to raise the dead - and the formula is suspected to be in the private journal that has disappeared along with the young botanist. As Dr. Silkstone searches for clues to the mans whereabouts, he is drawn deeper into a dark and dangerous world of vengeance, infidelity, murder and the trafficking of corpses for profit. Without the support of his beloved Lady Lydia Farrell - from whom he has been forcibly separated by law - he must confront the horrors of slavery, as well the very depths of human wickedness. And after a headless corpse is discovered, Dr. Silkstone begins to uncover the sinister motives of those in power who would stop at nothing to possess the Lazarus potion. . . Notes The 4th in the historical crime series featuring anatomist Dr Thomas Silkstone, set in London in the 1780s. Follows on from The Anatomists Apprentice, Shadow Of The Raven and Secrets In The Stones. Author Biography Tessa Harris, born in Lincolnshire, holds a history degree from Oxford University. After four years of working with local newspapers, she set her sights on womens magazines. She is regularly heard on local BBC radio and over the years has interviewed such people as Margaret Thatcher, Jeffrey Archer, Anthony Hopkins, Susan Hampshire, Alan Titchmarsh, Jackie Stewart, Boris Johnson, and Uri Geller. She lives in Berkshire with her husband and their two children. Review A densely plotted yarn about a crafty 18th-century poisoner wreaking havoc on the Oxfordshire estate of a noble family . . . we await - indeed, demand - the sequel. - New York TimesAn engrossing, lively and satisfying series debut. - BookPageHarris research is meticulous. The results are a historical CSI with a romance and excellent mystery. - Romantic TimesHarris has more than a few tricks up her sleeve, and even veteran armchair puzzle solvers are likely to be surprised. - Publishers WeeklyThe author will have you flipping the pages at each unexpected turn in the plot. The novel is an absorbing read with a shocking twist at the end. - Historical Novel Society Long Description In 1780s London, American anatomist Dr. Thomas Silkstone is plunged into a swirling cauldron of sorcery, slavery, and cold-blooded murder . . .When the sole survivor of an ill-fated scientific expedition to Jamaica goes missing upon his return to London, Dr. Thomas Silkstone - entrusted with cataloguing the expeditions New World specimens - feels compelled to investigate. There are rumours of a potion that has the power to raise the dead - and the formula is suspected to be in the private journal that has disappeared along with the young botanist. As Dr. Silkstone searches for clues to the mans whereabouts, he is drawn deeper into a dark and dangerous world of vengeance, infidelity, murder and the trafficking of corpses for profit. Without the support of his beloved Lady Lydia Farrell - from whom he has been forcibly separated by law - he must confront the horrors of slavery, as well the very depths of human wickedness. And after a headless corpse is discovered, Dr. Silkstone begins to uncover the sinister motives of those in power who would stop at nothing to possess the Lazarus potion. . . Review Quote A densely plotted yarn about a crafty 18th-century poisoner wreaking havoc on the Oxfordshire estate of a noble family . . . we await - indeed, demand - the sequel. - New York TimesAn engrossing, lively and satisfying series debut. - BookPageHarris research is meticulous. The results are a historical CSI with a romance and excellent mystery. - Romantic TimesHarris has more than a few tricks up her sleeve, and even veteran armchair puzzle solvers are likely to be surprised. - Publishers WeeklyThe author will have you flipping the pages at each unexpected turn in the plot. The novel is an absorbing read with a shocking twist at the end. - Historical Novel Society Promotional "Headline" Fourth in the suspense-filled, historic crime fiction series featuring anatomist Dr Thomas Silkstone Description for Sales People Meticulously researched and authentic historical fiction Details ISBN1472118235 Author Tessa Harris Pages 352 Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Series Dr Thomas Silkstone Mysteries Year 2016 ISBN-10 1472118235 ISBN-13 9781472118233 Format Paperback Media Book Publication Date 2016-08-04 Imprint Constable Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Subtitle a gripping mystery that combines the intrigue of CSI with 18th-century history Language English Series Number 4 UK Release Date 2016-08-04 Audience General 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. 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