The Worm of Death
A Nigel Strangeways Mystery
by Nicholas Blake
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Pub Date Apr 12 2018 | Archive Date May 03 2018
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Description
So there it is. He intends to kill me. And I must let him kill me.
A thick fog has settled over London as Nigel Strangeways and Clare make their way through Greenwich to dine with Dr. Piers Loudron. Over a bizarre evening, Nigel observes the strange relationships between the Loudron siblings and their father. Dismissive of some and doting on others, it seems that Dr. Loudron plays favourites. And as discussion turns to investigations and criminality, diaries and balance sheets, Nigel feels a little troubled.
Three days later, Nigel learns that Dr. Loudron has gone missing – wearing only his overcoat. Loudron’s children all have varying theories: he was distrait at dinner – no, he was sulking – or was he waiting for something? Addled by the suffocating fog still ensconcing Greenwich, no one can agree. A search ensues for Loudron’s diary – and the secrets it may hold.
But when a mangled body is pulled from the Thames, suspicion turns inward on the family. With the cause of death unable to rule out suicide or murder, more questions arise, more fingers are pointed, and more alibis are discredited. It seems the culprit (if there is one) is flinging suspicions around indiscriminately.
As Nigel becomes more and more embroiled with the family’s affairs, his own life may be at risk. With too many motives and too many clues, will Nigel be able to solve his mystery before it costs him his own life?
A Note From the Publisher
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781912194315 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
R S, Reviewer
It's my first from this series and I enjoyed that is sort of art related and also the Petronius reference.
I found the pool of characters interesting to observe and I enjoyed following the detective, mostly for the dialogues.
I felt like the descriptions weren't as good. Not only is Nigel labeling the suspects but he does it redundantly. As an example, whenever it came to Harold, it had to be mentioned him being uxorious. This is a nice word and might show an intellectual inclination in Nigel towards classical languages, but it surely doesn't need to appear a thousand times to make a point.
Leyla J, Reviewer
Another very satisfying book by Nich0las Blake, this man can just turn and twist a story in a very clever ways, just when you think you got it covered, out springs a double twist. His wordsmanship is just brilliant, his stories so readable, the pictures he paints are just so for the era.
joyce l, Reviewer
The pseudonym Nicholas Blake was used by the poet Cecil Day-Lewis for the mysteries that he wrote. I read all of his Nigel Strangeways mysteries many years ago and was very excited when the titles began to be re-issued. In the past, I especially enjoyed the relationships between Nigel and the women in his life, Georgia and Clare. In this book, readers find Clare.
The mystery itself centers on Dr. Piers Loudon and his family. What happened to him? Was a family member responsible? How will Nigel resolve the case?
As noted, this title is part of an older series but I do think that it is worth a read.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.
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