The Hallmarked Man
Paperback Published on: 18/06/2026
Price: £10.99
Bookseller Reviews
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Glorious and unputdownable
I told myself I would try and take my time reading this, the eighth Strike & Ellacott novel, and I failed miserably. ‘Emotional rollercoaster’ might be a ... READ MORE
Another addictive episode in the strike series
I can honestly say 900 pages was not enough. I did not want to stop reading this latest episode in my favourite crime series. It did not disappoint. Galbra... READ MORE
Synopsis
A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared.
The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault.
As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
- ISBN: 9781408723807
- Number of pages: 1072
- Dimensions: 198 x 128 x 52 mm
- Weight: 712g
- Languages: English
Customer Reviews
View allBrilliant as ever
Having now finished the novel I have adjusted the temporary review. The Hallmarked Man is, like all of the strike novels, brilliantly written by J. K. Rowl... READ MORE
Still reading but already hooked....
I was deep into another novel when this arrived, well that was soon put to one side. When you have to wait a year for each instalment patience wears thin.... READ MORE
Feel like I’m back home
These books instantly make me feel like I’m back home when I start reading them. I wish I could tell J K Rowling how much these books have helped me. The c... READ MORE
Emotionally resonant
It’s strong, emotionally resonant, and keeps many of the strengths of the series alive—sense of place, morally complex characters, and suspenseful detectiv... READ MORE
The novels keep getting better and better...
An indepth mystery novel that is so much more than the cosy crime novels. These characters have depth and aren't your usually cliched cast. Don't think tha... READ MORE
The Hallmarked Man
Just started this book and I can’t put it down.
The story grabs you from the beginning and I have to keep reading to see what happens next.
I really enjo... READ MORE
Brilliant
Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott -perfect! The storyline and their relationship keeps you in suspense until the end.
I couldn't put this book down and ... READ MORE
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Addictive from the off.
Absolutely thrilling from the start. I thought the chemistry between Strike and Robin couldn't get anymore sizzling....how wrong I was!
Unbelievably Enjoyable
I just could not stop reading, and after finishing nearly nine hundred pages I was left stunned at the quality of the writing and bereft on reaching the en... READ MORE
Great next read
I was worried this next addition to Strikes world wouldn't have been able to met my expectations after the emotionally Running Grave, however, it did, coul... READ MORE
Well written but angry
This is , again, an interestingly written story. However, it is brimming with anger and contains high content of swearing.
Though probably quite justified... READ MORE
Dense and complex
One of Strike's most complex case yet. It's a dense book with several dense plots, with their unexpected twists and impossible to guess resolutions. Galbra... READ MORE
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Strike returns
Another good read. A bit long and heavy to hold.
Looking forward to next, hope we aren't kept waiting so long
Amazing
Once again, another fantastic addition to the series.
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A phenomenal book
I couldn't put this down. Any spare 5 minutes I was reading. Such a good book beautifully plotted. The characters always feel so real. Highly recommended.
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Horribly overindulgent waffle - avoid!
I have followed the Strike novels from the start and have enjoyed them (except for the Ink Black Heart obviously) but this book was just awful. I finished ... READ MORE
Another “STRIKE” success!
Having read all the Strike books (so far!!!). and reading other reviews has made me think which one I like the most. The Hallmarked Man is definitely one ... READ MORE
Totally brilliant
This first rate storyteller has done it again. A fascinating plot line and well formed characters make for another absorbing read in this series. I didn’t ... READ MORE
An enjoyable read
Like all the other Strike books, this was very enjoyable hard to put down book.
Best instalment yet!
The Running Grave was excellent, so have been eagerly awaiting this book but it’s somehow surpassed expectations, couldn’t put it down. Roll on the next on... READ MORE
It does what you want it to do
I knew what to expect and Rowling delivered. A most enjoyable read.
The Hallmarked Man
As always great story , if slightly over complicated plot , we'll written but not the best book in the series . Please JK keep going with the Strike series... READ MORE
Another winning novel for the series
I could not put it down. Another Robin/Strike mystery & will they/ won’t they romance. Fascinating stuff about Masons. I loved it! Roll on the next one!
Most enjoyable!
There was a great deal of humour in this book, as well as excellent storylines. The plot is well woven, no loose ends.
I read it in a few days, wanting to... READ MORE
Too convoluted
I loved The Running Grave (the previous Strike book) but this one, although we'll written is far too long and the basic premise is extremely confusing. Cer... READ MORE
Excellent as always
As usual I couldn’t work out who had done it! I enjoyed all the usual side tracks and red herrings throwing me off the scent. I love the ‘will they, won’t ... READ MORE
Brutal, Galbraith
Worth every penny, every minute of lost sleep and all the waiting. This series rewards the reader time and time again, the mysteries are satisfyingly compl... READ MORE
An immersive experience
Once I'd begun reading, it was incredibly annoying when life / tasks / tiredness interrupted the flow. No author other than Jane Austen has this effect on ... READ MORE
Not worth the time
If you’ve seen the TV series ‘Strike’ you love the characters and the relationship building between them. But that’s it. That’s the only enjoyable thing wi... READ MORE