Tomb of Zeus (new series)

Tomb of Zeus (new series)

by Barbara Cleverly (Author)

Synopsis

Crete, 1928 - and Laetitia's first assignment at the Villa Europa, where something is clearly amiss. Her host is Theodore Russell a charismatic archaeologist, who is determined to find the fabled tomb of Zeus. Letty dislikes Theodore but befriends his frail wife, Phoebe, but soon after, Phoebe hangs herself, an act so out of character that Letty joins forces with the local inspector to probe deeper.Intrigue is added when the autopsy reveals that Phoebe was pregnant and Theodore could not have been the father. From out of the shadows come whispers of past loves, past jealousies and ancient myths that sound an eerie discord with present events, and Letty will need all her determination and knowledge to unravel the secrets beneath the Villa Europa's roof. Praise for Barbara Cleverly's previous books: 'Cleverly's (novel) evokes and in some ways surpasses the work of Agatha Christie' - Publishers Weekly . 'The atmosphere of the dying days of the Raj is colourfully captured' - Susanna Yager, Sunday Telegraph . 'A great blood and guts blockbuster' - Guardian .

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: Constable Crime
Published: 11 Sep 2008

ISBN 10: 1845296966
ISBN 13: 9781845296964
Book Overview: A dazzling new novel from Barbara Cleverly, introducing Laetitia 'Letty' Talbot, an aspiring archaeologist with a passion for adventure.

Media Reviews
Crisp writing and depth of characterization should please traditional mystery fans. -- Publishers Weekly For readers who love Elizabeth Peters and Jacqueline Winspear and still hanker for Agatha Christie.... [Cleverly] demonstrates a knack for creating full-blown historical puzzlers with complicated plots and engaging characters in unusual settings. -- Library Journal, starred review Tucked into the wealth of archaeological and historical detail is a full-blown English houseparty murder.... With a spirited, intelligent heroine, a glorious exotic setting, a clever plot, loads of archaeological detail and a touch of romance there's nothing not to like in this crisply told first book of a new series. -- Denver Post
Author Bio
Barbara Cleverly was born in the north of England and is a graduate of Durham University. A former French teacher, her Joe Sandilands series was inspired by the contents of an old trunk in her attic. She now lives in the middle of Cambridge.