The Elliot Todd Mystery Series: The Shakespeare Thief & Roman Holiday
The Shakespeare Thief: Elliot Todd Mystery One
Bookworm Elliot Todd realises his dream of running a bookshop in a small provincial town. Though he has yet to find his soulmate, he is for the most part contented. Then, one day, events take a dramatic turn. The death of the ‘Shakespeare expert’ Harry Nielsen, following a talk at the bookshop, marks the beginning of a tangled web of intrigue leading to a thrilling conclusion.
‘A real page-turner. A murder mystery, with Shakespearean echoes, set in the world of books. What more could a reader ask for?’ Tim Pears, author of In Place of Fallen Leaves, In a land of Plenty and The Horseman.
‘The Shakespeare Thief is an extremely enjoyable book with lively characters and a rollicking plot.’ Alexander Waugh. Author of Shakespeare in Court.
ISBN 9780953287659 Onyx Publishing
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Roman Holiday: Elliot Todd Mystery Book Two
A holiday in Rome for Elliot and his friend Cameron appears to be the perfect antidote following the death of Shakespeare expert in Elliot’s bookshop. However, the two intrepid travellers get more than they bargained for when they visit Italy’s historic Roman capital. Once more the world of books is a gateway to a world of intrigue and deception. In Roman Holiday we meet again several of the endearing characters introduced in The Shakespeare Thief as well as a varied cast of new acquaintances.
‘I’ve just read Roman Holiday, with great pleasure. Is Roman Holiday a thriller? A love story? A study of male friendship? It’s all these, not to mention a marvellous tourist guide to Rome.’ Tim Pears, author of In Place of Fallen Leaves, In a Land of Plenty, the epic West Country Trilogy and Run to the Western Shore.
‘This a warm, beautifully researched and written novel. It’s a gripping murder mystery, a love letter to Italy, and to history, and books.’ Elizabeth Delo, author of Becoming Liz Taylor.
‘Roman Holiday is a mystery driven by a brilliantly drawn and engaging set of characters. Lionel writes with much charm, warmth and insight. Deeply embedded in its glorious setting and peppered with historical anecdotes, this book is guaranteed to intrigue and delight.’ Hazel Prior, author of the bestselling Away With the Penguins
ISBN: 9780953287666 Onyx Publishing £10.99 You can order from the link here or email: lionelward1@gmail.com or telephone: 01823 337742 or personal visit to Brendon Books, Bath Place, Taunton TA1 4ER Ebook and paperback also available online from here