Inspector of the Dead
“Inspector of the Dead” by David Morrell, published by Hodder & Stoughton on October 6, 2016, is a historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of the Crimean War in 1855. The narrative unfolds as the British government faces turmoil, and a series of murders targeting London’s elite begins. Each victim is linked to a failed assassination attempt on Queen Victoria, creating a tense atmosphere as the notorious Opium-Eater Thomas De Quincey and his daughter Emily race against time to prevent the ultimate tragedy.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of revenge and the dark motivations behind the murders, as the story delves into the past of the antagonist. The novel intertwines elements of mystery, suspense, and historical detail, vividly portraying a tumultuous period in Victorian England. With 352 pages, this edition offers a comprehensive look at the intertwining lives and fates of its characters, making it a significant addition to the genres of mystery and detective fiction.
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The year is 1855. The Crimean war is raging. The British government has fallen. The Empire itself hangs in the balance.
And then the murders start…
Someone is targeting members of London’s elite – leaving with each corpse the names of men who failed to assassinate Queen Victoria. It’s clear that Victoria will be the ultimate victim. As the notorious Opium-Eater Thomas De Quincey and his daughter Emily race to save her, they uncover the heart-breaking past of a man whose lust for revenge has destroyed his soul.
Based on actual attempts to assassinate the queen, Inspector of the Dead brilliantly merges fact with fiction, bringing a bloody chapter of Victorian England to vivid, pulse-pounding life.
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