The Last Hours: A deadly plague is spreading across the land... by Minette Walte

Description: The Last Hours by Minette Walters Minette Walters has been a master of crime fiction for nearly two decades. Now this extraordinary writer turns her talents in a bold new direction; a sweeping, utterly gripping historical novel set during the time of the Black Death in Dorset. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A deadly plague is spreading across the land...England, 1348: as the Black Death spreads through the country, people start to die by the thousands. In Dorset, young Lady Anne takes control of her lands, with her trusted steward, Thaddeus, at her side. Compassionate and resourceful, she decides to quarantine the estate against the terrifying pestilence, bringing some two hundred serfs inside the moated walls. But in such a confined space, conflicts soon arise. Ignorant of the world outside, Lady Annes people wrestle with the terrible uncertainty of their futures. Fearing starvation but fearing the disease even more, who amongst them has the courage to leave the security of the walls?And how safe is anyone when a dreadful event threatens the uneasy status quo...? Notes The Black Deaths entrance to Britain through Dorset provides a menacing backdrop in this work of historical fiction from the author of The Ice House. Lady Annes people fear starvation but fear pestilence to an even greater degree, each steeling themselves for the prospect of breaking out beyond the security of their walled quarantine. Author Biography Minette Walters is one of the worlds best-selling crime writers. She is the author of twelve novels, winning the CWA John Creasey Award for The Ice House, the Edgar Allan Poe Award in America for The Sculptress and two CWA Gold Daggers for The Scolds Bridle and Fox Evil. The Last Hours marks an exciting new direction for Minette. She lives in Dorset with her husband. Review Atmosphere, imagination and narrative power of which few other writers are capable * The Times *A staggeringly talented writer. * Guardian *Wonderful and sweeping, with a fabulous sense of place and history * Kate Mosse on The Last Hours *An enthralling account of a calamitous time, and above all a wonderful testimony to the strength of the human spirit. I was caught from the first page. * Julian Fellowes on The Last Hours *Minette Walters is a master at building engrossing tales around a single, life-shattering event. * Washington Post *A vividly-wrought and powerful story. With The Last Hours, Minette Walters has brought her impressive skill as a writer of psychological crime to create a dark and gripping depiction of Medieval England in the jaws of the Black Death. * Elizabeth Fremantle on The Last Hours *...as youd expect from crime queen Minette Walters, blood will be spilled. A well-plotted page-turner. * Sunday Express *Historical novels depend upon the writers ability to create a credible past world and Walters manages this very well...This is an ideal read for those who just want a good story well told. Snuggle up in a chair on a cold winter night and enjoy. * nudge-book.com * Details ISBN1760632147 Author Minette Walters Pages 576 Publisher Allen & Unwin Year 2018 ISBN-10 1760632147 ISBN-13 9781760632144 Format Paperback Publication Date 2018-06-07 Media Book Series The Last Hours UK Release Date 2018-06-07 Imprint Allen & Unwin Place of Publication St Leonards Country of Publication Australia AU Release Date 2018-06-07 NZ Release Date 2018-06-07 Subtitle A deadly plague is spreading across the land... Edition Description Main DEWEY 823.92 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145064060;

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