MURDER IN LA ROCHELLE an addictive crime mystery full of twists (Arnold Landon Detective Mystery and Suspense, Band 21)

Are you seeking an enticing new mystery series, filled with first-rate characters and breathtaking twists and turns? Then meet Arnold Landon, mild-mannered history buff turned amateur sleuth. “The skilful Mr Lewis has made Arnold Landon an unforgettable character.” New York Times ____________________ Originally published as Shadowmaker. Glamorous widow Isabella Portland is in desperate need of Arnold Landon’s help. She suspects that at least some of the priceless antiques her late husband left behind were stolen. And Arnold has heard the rumours. The mysterious circumstances surrounding Isabella’s husband’s death . . . But, seduced by her charms, he agrees to help. The search for answers leads him to the beautiful old port town of La Rochelle, on the west coast of France. There, walled up in a secret attic room, he finds a body. The victim was a wealthy American collector, miles from home. Someone put a bullet in his head. And now they have Arnold in their sights. Fans of Elly Griffiths, Peter James, P.D. James, Joy Ellis, Damien Boyd, Helen H. Durrant, J.D. Kirk, Bill Kitson and Peter Robinson will devour this intriguing mystery. WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING ABOUT THE ARNOLD LANDON MYSTERIES: “Assembling layer upon layer of details . . . Lewis brings an insidious cleverness to his latest offering . . . canny enough to keep us enthralled.” Publishers Weekly “A pleasure to pick up.” Irish Times “Right atmosphere of menace in this highly charged mystery.” Booklist “This intelligent, nicely textured mystery gathers speed andraces to a thrilling conclusion.” Kirkus “Good Northern atmosphere and neatly satisfying plot.” Times Literary Supplement “Always a good read.” Berys THE DETECTIVE Planning Officer Arnold Landon is inhibited and painfully aware of his lack of academic credentials. He lives in the North East of England and as self-taught archaeologist he confounds academic experts with his detailed knowledge, which involves him in a local murder. His expertise brings him promotion to the Archaeology Department where he meets frustration, which he nevertheless overcomes by making important discoveries of ancient artefacts while playing a leading role in solving local crimes. A succession of opportunities for further promotion pass him by because of his desire to remain in touch with the detailed history of sites in Northumberland and this leads to more conflict, first with his inadequate superior and then with the stunningly beautiful Karen Stannard and, later in his career, the Italian archaeologist Carmela Cacciatore. ARNOLD LANDON SERIES Book 1: MURDER IN THE BARN Book 2: MURDER IN THE MANOR Book 3: MURDER IN THE FARMHOUSE Book 4: MURDER IN THE STABLEYARD Book 5: MURDER IN THE CHURCH Book 6: MURDER IN THE HOUSE Book 7: MURDER IN THE TOWER Book 8: MURDER UNDER THE BRIDGE Book 9: MURDER BY THE QUAY Book 10: MURDER AT THE FOLLY Book 11: MURDER IN THE FIELD Book 12: MURDER IN THE COTTAGE Book 13: MURDER AT HAGGBURN HALL Book 14: MURDER ON THE GOLF COURSE Book 15: MURDER ON THE DAWN PRINCESS Book 16: MURDER IN WOLFCLEUGH WOODS Book 17: MURDER AT ABBEY HEAD Book 18: MURDER IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE Book 19: MURDER IN ROME Book 20: MURDER IN CHINA Book 21: MURDER IN LA ROCHELLE