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Shades of Murder

By: Ann Granger
Narrated by: Judith Boyd
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 The two elderly sisters of the Oakley family live in poverty in an ancient mansion and have decided to sell up to live comfortably from the profits. However, things become more complicated when a young Polish man appears claiming rights to half the fortune. When he dies in circumstances familiar to the Oakley family, the sisters are haunted by the shadow of crime, and Superintendent Markby must look back at the events of a century ago to find the killer.©2001 Ann Granger (P)2001 W.F Howes Ltd Crime Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Suspense Thriller & Suspense Crime Fiction
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"An engaging cozy, as always." (Library Journal)
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I've enjoyed a number of Anne Granger books and think this is one of her best. She cleverly weaves together two murder stories separated by a century that are linked through a family lineage. The author manages to keep the unravelling of the two stories quite clearly delineated so that one is never confused as into which century the current chapter is set. Though a long book the narrative never flags as one is propelled along eager to know what happens next. Judith Boyd, the reader, is pivotal in making this an excellent adio book.

Parallel stories, expertly intertwined

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I am addicted to Ann Granger's Mitchell and Markby books, and also her Campbell and Carter mysteries. Judith Boyd's reading of these detective novels is superb, and captures the characters and gentle tone of the storylines perfectly. I reread or relisten to these books when I want comfort - so they have been ideal in lockdown.

Another great performance by Judith Boyd

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I love these characters and the narrator Judith Boyd is brilliant at bringing them to life.

Great story

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Have just discovered this author. Very easy and enjoyable Looking forward to reading more titles by Ann granger

Shades of murder

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I invariably enjoy listening to Ann Granger's books, particularly those read by Judith Boyd. This particular book is now my current favourite detective novel and I would recommend fans of this genre to listen to it. Ann Granger writes in such a way as she keeps her readers guessing until almost the very end. In this particular book, however, she goes further and weaves together two stories, one contemporary and one not. This bringing together of two plots is so skilfully done and is in no way irritating: I'm sure many listeners have had their enjoyment of a book spoilt by the inclusion of too many 'flashbacks'. In 'Shades of a Murder' there are no 'flashbacks', just two stories which support and enhance each other.
The only slight criticism I have of this book is that there are one or two 'holes' (i.e. issues which should have been pursued or elaborated on) but perhaps I am only aware of the existence of these as I have so many of PDJames' carefully-crafted books which seem to have police procedure off to a 'T'.
Thank you Audible for introducing me to Ann Granger. I shall be adding every one of her titles to my library in due course.

A very enjoyable listening experience!

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