Robert Barnard Bücher
23. November 1936 – 19. September 2013
Robert Barnard schuf fesselnde Kriminalgeschichten, die sich mit den dunkleren Strömungen scheinbar ruhiger Schauplätze befassen und komplexe menschliche Psychologien enthüllen. Sein Werk zeichnet sich durch scharfen Witz, präzise Beobachtungsgabe und eine ausgeklügelte Handlungsführung aus, die den Leser bis zum Schluss rätseln lässt. Barnard erforscht oft die komplizierten sozialen Dynamiken und verborgenen Geheimnisse innerhalb von Gemeinschaften und bietet ein nuanciertes und fesselndes Leseerlebnis. Seine unverwechselbare Erzählstimme und cleveren Wendungen festigen seinen Ruf als bedeutende Stimme der Kriminalliteratur.
In einem kleinen Dorf in Yorkshire kommt Perry Trethowan, ein Beamter von Scotland Yard, im Pub mit einer älteren Dame ins Gespräch. Diese erzählt ihm, daß sie sich im Besitz eines Manuskripts aus dem Nachlaß Emily Brontes befindet. Kurz darauf wird die alte Dame in ihrem Cottage niedergeschlagen, und von dem Manuskript fehlt jede Spur. Perry Trethowan nimmt die Ermittlungen auf und macht dabei die Bekanntschaft höchst unliebsamer Gestalten.
All But Impossible
- 272 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Northmont, Connecticut, seemed to be haunted by ghosts, ghouls, and impossibilities, until Dr. Sam Hawthorne explained the seemingly impossible. All But Impossible contains fifteen of Dr. Sam's most extraordinary cases solved between 1936 and 1940, including A newly murdered corpse in a sealed tomb in a cemetery A body in a scarecrow A jug that turns water into wine -- poisoned wine A disappearance from a swimming pool A baby who becomes a child's doll on the way to being baptized An unfound door A room that appears and vanishes And eight other ingenious problems for Dr. Sam
A Cry from the Dark
- 288 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of 1930s Australia and modern-day London, this suspenseful narrative intricately weaves together past and present. The story unfolds through a masterful blend of mystery, taking readers on a thrilling journey filled with unexpected twists and captivating intrigue.
The story unfolds as Rosemary Sheffield, the vicar's wife, shocks her community by declaring her disbelief in God, igniting a wave of controversy within the Church of England. With a sharp satirical lens, Barnard weaves a tale rich in enigma and suspense, showcasing his talent for blending humor with poignant themes. The narrative promises a cozy yet thought-provoking exploration of faith and societal expectations, highlighted by the engaging dynamics of its characters.
Caroline Fawley is living in the Yorkshire village of Alderley. Her wealthy boyfriend keeps her in the lap of luxury. Life couldn't get much better. Then her boyfriend Marius goes missing and later a body turns up and that idyllic life is completely shattered. Originally published: 2002.
I.D.
- 224 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
The new anthology from the Crime Writers Association brings together 17 of the finest crime writers working today, celebrating the 'who' in the whodunnit, the psyche in the psychological profile, the id behind the ID. Featuring exclusive stories from Dagger winners, Robert Barnard and Peter Lovesey, and a Grand Master of Crime winner, Edward D Hoch, an exclusive translation from French legend Tonino Benacquista, and much more.'Sins of Scarlet' by Robert Barnard won the CWA Award for Best Short Story of 2006 and 'Les's Story' by Stuart Pawson was short-listed for the same award.
Graham Broadbent, a successful novelist, enjoys a quiet life of writing. On the evening of one such occasion, a rather intriguing surprise arrives at his door in the form of Christabel, a pretty 19-year-old. 'Hello Dad' are her first words as he opens the door to her.
