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A Fatal End par Faith Martin
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A Fatal End (édition 2022)

par Faith Martin (Auteur)

Séries: Ryder and Loveday (8)

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Fiction. Literature. Mystery. 'BRILLIANT... I loved it very much. Faith never disappoints.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There is so much to love about A Fatal End... Another nail-biting mystery awaits.' The Lancashire Post Oxford, 1963In a backstreet club, people dance the night away to their favourite band. But behind the scenes there is trouble afoot. An argument is brewing between bandmembers, two possessive girlfriends have plans for their partners, the club manager is creaming off profits ?? and a tragic accident leaves the lead singer dead. But was it an accident at all? Coroner Clement Ryder is suspicious, and WPC Trudy Loveday knows there's only one thing for it. She's going undercover, deep into the seedy underbelly of Oxford nightlife. Meanwhile Clement's own secret is becoming increasingly difficult to keep hidden, and discovering the singer's murderer might not be the only shock in store for Trudy... An unputdownable murder mystery perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, LJ Ross and Val McDermid! Readers LOVE A Fatal End! 'Excellent dramatic storyline!... I was kept guessing until the very end. An excellent read.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another great read... A fab murder mystery.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I absolutely love this series, and this book may be my favorite... A fast paced, engaging mystery.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Highly recommended... Ms Martin's best series.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another fabulous Ryder and Loveday book from the always brilliant Faith Martin... Great characters and superb plotting.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FAT… (plus d'informations)
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Titre:A Fatal End
Auteurs:Faith Martin (Auteur)
Info:HQ Digital (2022), 275 pages
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This is a readable cozy mystery story, set in 1963 Oxford, England. The city coroner and a young woman police officer investigate a suspicious death at a dodgy nightclub. The victim was the lead singer in an up and coming band. Initially his death was ruled as accidental, but coroner senses witnesses did not tell the whole story. He begins a semi-official investigation with the aid of a junior WPC, which involves some undercover work as well as interviewing the witnesses.

The story has a strong sense of place (Oxford) and the times, when British pop was coming into vogue. There's some not-so-nice people in the mix but most characters are regular people. The ending is exciting and the resolution may take a reader by surprise.

It's the last book in a series, but is easily read as a standalone. ( )
  BrianEWilliams | Feb 21, 2024 |
It is 1963 Oxford, a time of the discovery of the Beatles and other bands trying to find their big break. When a band member is found dead with his skull crushed halfway down the steps of a backstreet nightclub, it looks suspicious to Coroner Clement Ryder. He again requests the services of WPC Trudy Lovelady to investigate.

This is the eighth in the Ryder and Lovelady mysteries; it is the fourth I have read. Obviously, I enjoy Faith Martin’s writing (including her DI Hillary Green novels), although I thought this story line wasn’t quite as captivating as some of the earlier ones.

Still, it is a pleasant read (yes, even with the murder). It is fun to revisit the 60s when the world is on the brink of so many social changes. A woman in a police uniform is a rarity and Lovelady’s abilities are often dismissed especially by her superiors. But, Ryder appreciates her skill and promotes her successes.

This works well as a standalone, but it is worthwhile to read some of the earlier books to see the relationship between these two characters as well as some supporting players develop.

It is no spoiler to note that Ryder has the beginning of Parkinson’s and is contemplating the end of his career. I hope this is not the finale of the series and that Ryder will find some way to continue assisting in investigations and that Lovelady will fully come into her own.

Thanks to #netgalley and #HQ for the DRC ( )
  vkmarco | Jul 3, 2022 |
entertainment-scene, 1960s, law-enforcement, coroner, Parkinson's-disease, family, friction, friendship, procedural, England, murder, murder-investigation, musicians, rivalry, mentor*****

Ryder is aware that his Parkinson's is progressing and that this should be his last case. His son is now working with Ryder and the Constable who has been his assistant. The case involves a young musician who died of head trauma on a spiral staircase in a rather seedy club. Several side stories relevant to the case/suspects, but the whodunit is very well done (as always).
Great sleuthing, fine plot, devious twists, and red herrings. I loved it!
I requested and received a fee ebook copy from HQ Digital via NetGalley. Thank you! ( )
  jetangen4571 | Jun 29, 2022 |
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Fiction. Literature. Mystery. 'BRILLIANT... I loved it very much. Faith never disappoints.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There is so much to love about A Fatal End... Another nail-biting mystery awaits.' The Lancashire Post Oxford, 1963In a backstreet club, people dance the night away to their favourite band. But behind the scenes there is trouble afoot. An argument is brewing between bandmembers, two possessive girlfriends have plans for their partners, the club manager is creaming off profits ?? and a tragic accident leaves the lead singer dead. But was it an accident at all? Coroner Clement Ryder is suspicious, and WPC Trudy Loveday knows there's only one thing for it. She's going undercover, deep into the seedy underbelly of Oxford nightlife. Meanwhile Clement's own secret is becoming increasingly difficult to keep hidden, and discovering the singer's murderer might not be the only shock in store for Trudy... An unputdownable murder mystery perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, LJ Ross and Val McDermid! Readers LOVE A Fatal End! 'Excellent dramatic storyline!... I was kept guessing until the very end. An excellent read.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another great read... A fab murder mystery.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I absolutely love this series, and this book may be my favorite... A fast paced, engaging mystery.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Highly recommended... Ms Martin's best series.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another fabulous Ryder and Loveday book from the always brilliant Faith Martin... Great characters and superb plotting.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FAT

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