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One trusty GP sleuth in a quirky English suburb who can't stay out of trouble. Get three fantastic mysteries in one great-value box set.
Thornton Heath isn't the sort of place you expect to stumble upon murder. But when a local handyman turns up dead at the allotment, GP Dr. Elliot rushes to the scene.
The police say it's natural causes, but Dr. Elliot isn't convinced. He thinks something about the man's death doesn't add up. He's determined to investigate, much to Inspector Masson's dismay.
When one case is closed, another opens. Before long, Dr. Elliot and his father -- gardening enthusiast who has a talent for involving himself at precisely the wrong moment -- are sleuthing their way through poison, arson, and death by hanging.
He'll get back to writing prescriptions... as soon as he's written off the suspects.
MEET DR. ELLIOT
Dr. Lance Elliot is a sharp-witted, no-nonsense general practitioner, and a reliable yet unlikely detective. Amidst murder cases, he finds himself and his eccentric father tied to mysteries more personal than he could have expected. Dr. Elliot's digging forces him to confront his own past as he uncovers hidden truths in his community.
THE SETTING
In 1970s London, the gritty suburb of Thornton Heath is tight-knit, watchful, and full of secrets. The area is home to both the everyday lives of its residents and the darker, hidden truths of the community's sinister affairs. Everyone knows everyone, and when bodies begin to surface, they start to turn on each other.
IN THIS SERIES
• MURDER PLOT
• DYING TO KNOW
• NOR ALL YOUR TEARS
PERFECT FOR FANS OF ELLY GRIFFITHS, JANE ADAMS OR KATE ELLIS.
PRAISE FOR THE DOCTOR ELLIOT SERIES:
'The author's 1977 setting is spot-on, reminiscent of that old Dick Van Dyke TV series Diagnosis Murder, only set in London.' Library Journal
'McCarthy mixes his trademark gripping forensics with a baffling puzzle that spins off twist after twist and agonizing dilemmas for his regulars -- all in all, the complete mystery package.' Kirkus Reviews
?? ? ? ? 'The author's humour continues to make this murder mystery series delightful. Good writing, likable characters and just the right amount of menace.' dianna d
?? ? ? ? 'An entertaining story with delightful characters especially the doctor and his father. Enjoyed every page and had no idea who the culprit was until all was revealed.' Miss C
??? ? ? 'An enjoyable well-written story. With the added plus of likeable main characters.' Vesper
??? ? ? 'I can only hope Keith McCarthy continues this series beyond book three. I was captivated by the entire John Eisenmenger series and was equally so with the Lance Elliot series.' lpland
??? ? ? 'This would make a great TV film or series. Enjoyable and kept me guessing until the denouement. Cannot wait to start the next in the series.' Bookworm
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