Smallbone Deceased: A London Mystery

Paperback Published on: 10/01/2019
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Smallbone Deceased
Utterly enjoyable and entertaining!
I’ve read a lot of the British Library Crime Classics, most of them in fact, and Smallbone Deceased is without a doubt, one of the stand outs in this serie... READ MORE
Emma Smith at Bedford
Smallbone Deceased
Gripping, nostalgic, humorous fun!
I haven’t delved particularly deep into the world of crime fiction, but ‘Smallbone Deceased’ was definitely the place to start. Part of the aesthetically c... READ MORE
Benjamin Jeffery

Synopsis

Horniman, Birley and Craine is a highly respected legal firm with clients reaching to the highest in the land. When a deed box in the office is opened to reveal a corpse, the threat of scandal promises to wreak havoc on the firm's reputation - especially as the murder looks like an inside job. The partners and staff of the firm keep a watchful and suspicious eye on their colleagues, as Inspector Hazlerigg sets out to solve the mystery of who Mr Smallbone was - and why he had to die.

Written with style, pace and wit, this is a masterpiece by one of the finest writers of traditional British crime novels since the Second World War.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: British Library Publishing
  • ISBN: 9780712352970
  • Number of pages: 272
  • Dimensions: 190 x 130 mm
  • Languages: English

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Smallbone Deceased
An extremely clever classic murder mystery from the Golden Age
Described as a masterpiece in older reviews, there is no doubt that this novel scores on so many points; a fascinating plot containing enough red herrings ... READ MORE
Sarah
Smallbone Deceased
My favourite Crime Classic so far
I have been loving British Libraries series of books for a few years now, most are wonderful examples of Golden Era detective fiction rediscovered. A coupl... READ MORE
Fiona Hawke at Portsmouth
Smallbone Deceased
Classic crime
Very enjoyable crime novel written well with good characters. I discovered this author through the British library crime short story collection. The story... READ MORE
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Smallbone Deceased
Smallbone Deceased
Michael Gilbert, a founding member of the Crime Writers’ Association, wrote classic mysteries, thrillers, police procedurals and spy stories over the cours... READ MORE
Erin Britton