The eighth in the acclaimed William Dougal crime series, from the bestselling author of The American Boy and The Ashes of London.

William Dougal is a respectable private detective, a hardworking citizen and a responsible father - and now he's also a killer.

After a violent squabble takes a dangerous turn, Dougal decides to shun the police and instead take things into his own hands. He accepts the assistance of his old rival and current employer, Hanbury, to dispose of the corpse.

But Dougal quickly finds that help doesn't come cheap. In fact, it's often more trouble - and danger - than it's worth . . .

The eighth book in the acclaimed William Dougal crime series, from Richard & Judy bestselling author and CWA Dagger winner Andrew Taylor.

About the Author
Andrew Taylor is a British crime and historical novelist, winner of the Cartier Diamond Dagger (for lifelong excellence in the genre) and the triple winner of the Historical Dagger. His books include the Sunday Times bestsellers The Ashes of London and The Fire Court, the international bestseller The American Boy (a Richard and Judy selection); the Roth Trilogy (filmed for TV as Fallen Angel); the Lydmouth Series; the William Dougal Series, The Anatomy of Ghosts, shortlisted for the Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year, and The Scent of Death. He lives on the borders of England and Wales. He reviews for the Spectator and The Times. For more information about Andrew Taylor and his books, see: www.andrew-taylor.co.uk or follow him on twitter: @andrewjrtaylor

Reviews
Beautifully measured . . . Taylor's understated thriller generates a dark, hypnotic pull * Time Out *
This author knows precisely how to wield suspense * Independent on Sunday *
Taylor makes the tasteless a very tasty dish indeed. * The Sunday Times *
Shameless but engaging * Observer *
Funny, suspenseful, engagingly amoral. Splendid example of the devil not only having the best tunes, but several top soloists to play them. * Literary Review *
Well modulated, enjoyable criminous entertainment * Guardian *



Book Information
ISBN 9781444765724
Author Andrew Taylor
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Hodder Paperback
Publisher Hodder & Stoughton
Weight(grams) 142g
Dimensions(mm) 199mm * 130mm * 13mm