A Grave for a Thief
(Author) Douglas SkeltonEngland, 1716. The only certainty in a thief's life... is death. Christopher Templeton is a lawyer whose conscience troubles him. He knows many of the secrets of The Fellowship, the shadowy group profiting from the civil unrest in the nation, and has intimated to the Company of Rogues that he is willing to share them. The problem is, he has vanished. Jonas Flynt - thief, gambler, killer - still recovering from a duel with death upon the frozen Thames, is tasked with finding him. The trail takes him from the dark slums of London to a quiet village in the north of England, where all is not as it seems. But while he hunts for the missing man, someone else may be stalking him... someone with murder in their heart. The new gripping historical mystery from the author of An Honourable Thief, longlisted for the McIlvanney Prize 2023. Perfect for fans of Abir Mukherjee, Craig Russell and S.G. MacLean.
Douglas Skelton
Douglas Skelton is a Scottish crime writer known for his gripping and atmospheric novels. His writing style is characterized by its dark and gritty tone, with intricate plots and well-developed characters. Skelton has made significant contributions to the crime fiction genre, particularly in the realm of Scottish crime fiction.
One of Skelton's most notable works is "Blood City," a fast-paced thriller set in Glasgow that follows journalist Rebecca Connolly as she investigates a series of gruesome murders. The novel showcases Skelton's skill at creating tension and suspense, as well as his ability to capture the essence of urban Scottish life.
Overall, Douglas Skelton's works have left a lasting impact on the crime fiction genre, earning him a reputation as a master storyteller with a knack for crafting compelling and immersive narratives.