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Standing In The Shadows: A Novel (Inspector Banks Novels, 28)
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One Of The Finest Police Procedural Writers Around... [Standing In The Shadows] Is As Narratively Rich And Surprising As Robinson'S Best Work. Knowing It'S His Last Makes The Reading Bittersweet. New York Times Book Reviewthe 28Th Twisting Installment In The Dci Alan Banks Mystery Series That Stephen King Calls The Best Now On The Market.In November 1980, Nick Hartley Returns Home From A University Lecture To Find His House Crawling With Police. His Exgirlfriend, Alice Poole, Has Been Found Murdered, And Her New Boyfriend Mark Woodcroft Is Missing. Nick Is The Prime Suspect. The Case Quickly Goes Cold, But Nick Cannot Let It Go. He Embarks On A Career In Investigative Journalism, Determined To Find Alices Murdererbut His Obsession Leads Him Down A Dangerous Path.Decades Later, In November 2019, An Archaeologist Unearths A Skeleton That Turns Out To Be Far More Contemporary Than The Roman Remains She Is Seeking. Detective Superintendent Alan Banks And His Team Are Called In To Investigate, But There Is Little To Be Gleaned From The Remains Themselves. Left With Few Clues, Banks And His Team Must Rely On Their Wits To Hunt Down A Killer.As The Two Cases Unfurl, The Investigations Twist And Turn To An Explosive Conclusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'Standing in the Shadows'? A: 'Standing in the Shadows' is categorized under Genre Fiction, specifically as a police procedural mystery.
- Q: Who is the author of this novel? A: The novel is authored by Peter Robinson, known for his compelling DCI Alan Banks mystery series.
- Q: Is this book suitable for new readers of the series? A: While it is the 28th installment in the series, new readers may still enjoy the story as each book often features a self-contained plot.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Standing in the Shadows'? A: 'Standing in the Shadows' was published on April 11, 2023.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Standing in the Shadows' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: What themes are explored in this novel? A: The novel explores themes of obsession, investigative journalism, and the complexities of solving cold cases.
- Q: Is 'Standing in the Shadows' a standalone story? A: Yes, although it is part of a series, this novel can be read as a standalone story with its own complete narrative.
- Q: Can you tell me about the main plot of the book? A: The story revolves around Nick Hartley, who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation after his ex-girlfriend is found dead, leading to an intertwined narrative with a contemporary archaeological discovery.
- Q: What makes this book a must-read for fans of the genre? A: Fans of the genre will appreciate the intricate plot twists, rich character development, and the critical acclaim from notable reviewers like the New York Times.