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Blood at the Root: A Novel of Suspense (Inspector Banks, 9),Used
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Product Description When the brutally beaten body of a young man is found in an alley, Eastvale's Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks and his colleague, Detective Constable Susan Gay, have no choice but to lock up the three Pakistani youths who seemingly started it all after an argument in a pub. But they're out in no time, and Banks is in big trouble with the chief for risking a racial incident with the arrest. Ordered to run the investigation from his desk and leave the legwork to others, Banks's hands are tied and his temper is flaring. When disturbing facts start emerging about the victim, Banks can't simply sit at his deskand he soon alienates himself from both the investigation and his own department. While his twentyyear marriage crumbles around him, he tries to make sense of a gray world grown ever more black and sinister, as he follows a treacherous trail of hate, greed, and twisted philosophy that leads to the darkest pits of a man's inhumanity to man. Brilliant and exasperating by turns, Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks inhabits a Yorkshire landscape colored in shades of gray where good and evil seldom conform to their comfortingly ordinary colors of black and white. Review 'Sociologically acute.' The New York Times Book Review About the Author Peter Robinson is an awardwinning author whose novels have been named a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly, a Notable Book by the New York Times, and a Page Turner of the Week by People magazine.James Langton trained as an actor at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. An AudioFile Earphones Award winner, he has performed many voiceovers and narrated numerous audiobooks. James was born in York, England, and is now based in New York City.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'Blood at the Root'? A: 'Blood at the Root: A Novel of Suspense' falls under the genre of Police Procedurals, featuring investigative elements and suspenseful storytelling.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Blood at the Root'? A: The author of 'Blood at the Root' is Peter Robinson, an acclaimed writer known for his engaging detective novels.
- Q: What format is this audiobook available in? A: 'Blood at the Root' is available in an Unabridged CD format, ensuring that the complete text is included without cuts.
- Q: When was 'Blood at the Root' published? A: 'Blood at the Root' was published on March 16, 2011.
- Q: Who narrates the audiobook? A: The audiobook of 'Blood at the Root' is narrated by James Langton, who is recognized for his extensive work in audiobook narration.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Blood at the Root'? A: The novel explores themes of racial tension, morality, and human inhumanity, as Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks navigates a complex investigation.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'Blood at the Root'? A: 'Blood at the Root' is recommended for fans of crime fiction and those who enjoy intricate plots with psychological and moral dilemmas.
- Q: How long is the audiobook version of 'Blood at the Root'? A: The exact duration of the audiobook is not specified, but it is unabridged, meaning it contains the full content of the book.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'Blood at the Root' is the ninth book in the Inspector Banks series, featuring recurring characters and ongoing storylines.
- Q: What are some notable reviews of 'Blood at the Root'? A: The New York Times Book Review describes the novel as 'sociologically acute,' highlighting its depth and relevance in exploring societal issues.