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A Mind Full of Murder

The latest dark mystery in a beloved series

Derek Landy author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:28th Mar '24

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This gripping new adventure features Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain solving a series of chilling murders in a reformed universe.

In A Mind Full of Murder, the latest installment of the beloved Skulduggery Pleasant series, readers are thrust into a world where darkness lurks just beneath the surface. Following the catastrophic events of six years prior, the universe has been reborn, but not without consequences. As the newly reformed world grapples with the remnants of its past, a masked sorcerer emerges, driven by an insatiable rage that leads to a series of brutal murders. Each victim falls prey to a sinister plan that threatens to unravel the very fabric of reality itself.

Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain, the series' iconic duo, are once again called into action. With time slipping away and the body count rising, they must decode the cryptic clues left by the killer. The stakes are higher than ever as they confront the apocalyptic aftermath of their previous failures. As they navigate this treacherous landscape, they are forced to confront not only the external threats but also their own inner demons.

A Mind Full of Murder is an epic detective adventure that blends humor, horror, and heart. Readers will be captivated by the intricate plot and the dynamic relationship between Skulduggery and Valkyrie. With each twist and turn, the tension mounts, leading to a thrilling conclusion that will leave fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this gripping saga.

Praise for the Skulduggery Pleasant series:

‘A writer at the height of his powers . . . Whatever your age, read them and enjoy the ride’ Irish Independent

‘Fast and funny’ The Times

‘Skulduggery Pleasant serves up a thoroughly satisfying blend of humour, magic and adventure’ Rick Riordan

‘Landy's witty style will win him fans of all ages’ Irish Mail on Sunday

‘Hugely enjoyable – a thrill-a-minute adventure’ Jonathan Stroud

‘A fast evolving plot and a great mix of scariness and humour’ Sunday Express

‘Exciting, pacy, nicely handled and fun’ Philip Ardagh, Guardian

‘Gripping’ Observer

‘A remarkably accomplished debut with wonderful dialogue’ Irish Times

‘A rip-roaring adventure’ Irish Sunday Independent

ISBN: 9780008585822

Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 40mm

Weight: 620g

416 pages