A Load of Old Bones: An Unfortunate Murder (Francis Oughterard 1)

A Load of Old Bones: An Unfortunate Murder (Francis Oughterard 1)

by SuzetteA.Hill (Author)

Synopsis

Introducing a vicar and his most peculiar cat and dog...All the Reverend Francis Oughterard had ever wanted was some peace and quiet, instead he becomes entangled in a nightmare world of accidental murder, predatory female parishioners, officious policemen and a drunken bishop. As the vicar's life spirals out of control it is his supercilious cat, Maurice, and bone obsessed hound, Bouncer, who save the day. A Load of Old Bones is a charming and farcical romp through a 1950's mythical Surrey.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Publisher: Constable
Published: 28 Jun 2007

ISBN 10: 1845295811
ISBN 13: 9781845295813
Book Overview: All the Reverend Francis Oughterard had ever wanted was some peace and quiet, instead he becomes entangled in a nightmare world of accidental murder, predatory female parishioners, officious policemen and a drunken bishop. As his life spirals out of control it is his supercilious cat, Maurice, and bone obsessed hound, Bouncer, who save the day.

Media Reviews
'...writing is tremendous - flowing and amusing and professional' Dame Beryl Bainbridge. 'This is an enchanting tale, beautifully written, full of fun, wit and insight' The Rev. Alex Wedderspoon, Dean Emeritus of Guildford
Author Bio
Suzette A.Hill taught English Literature for many years at Reading College before retiring to Ledbury, Herefordshire. A Load of Old Bones is her first novel.