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In the heart of historic Exeter, Detective Inspector Whipton Barton is called to investigate the mysterious death of Dr Evelyn Merton, a brilliant historian found dead in the Cathedral’s Chapter House. ​ As Barton delves into the world of ancient manuscripts and academic rivalries, he uncovers a web of obsession and betrayal, and a chilling hoax. ​ With the help of his team and the insights of those closest to Evelyn, Barton must unravel the truth before the killer strikes again. The Antiquarian is a gripping cosy mystery where history isn’t just a passion – it’s a deadly force."I really enjoyed the story, the beautiful setting, and the characters - and I take my hat off to you r...

After leaving the big city following the tragic death of his fiance, Jeremy Pendelton aimlessly motors south, ending up in False River, a small town in Louisiana. He takes a room in the Come On Inn, a room where John Flannery was recently found dead in his bed. Jeremy is soon befriended by a reporter for the town's newspaper who suspects foul play in Flannery's death and seeks Jeremy's assistance as an inside man in discovering the truth. The residents of the Inn are an odd group of characters, except for Polly. Their mutual love of literature draw Polly and Jeremy into a close relationship.Jeremy and his reporter friend, Todd, set out to find the cause of Flannery's death and, if it was a h...