The Code of the Vavasors

A thrilling mystery involving mathematics and unexpected dangers

Jonathan Pinnock author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Duckworth Books

Published:25th Apr '24

Should be back in stock very soon

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This thrilling novel follows Tom and Dorothy as they decode a mystery involving two alpacas and navigate a dangerous mathematical retreat. The Code of the Vavasors is a captivating read.

In The Code of the Vavasors, readers are introduced to Tom Winscombe and his ex-girlfriend Dorothy Chan, who embark on an intriguing mission to crack a mysterious code. This code is embedded in a chip located within two alpacas that once belonged to the renowned, albeit deceased, mathematical prodigies known as the Vavasor twins. As they delve deeper into this enigmatic puzzle, their journey takes them to a secretive mathematical retreat nestled in a picturesque country house, where the stakes are high and danger lurks around every corner.

As Tom and Dorothy navigate this retreat, they encounter an eclectic mix of characters, each with their own secrets and motives. However, the atmosphere quickly turns sinister as a series of bizarre and fatal accidents befall the attendees. The tension escalates, leaving Tom and Dorothy racing against time to solve the code while also trying to stay alive amidst the growing peril. The blend of wit, suspense, and mathematical intrigue keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Ultimately, The Code of the Vavasors is not just a thriller filled with clever twists and turns; it also explores the complexities of relationships and the lengths to which individuals will go to uncover the truth. With its engaging narrative and unpredictable plot, this book promises to captivate readers who enjoy a mix of humor, danger, and intellectual challenge.

'A genuine comic talent' Jonathan Coe


PRAISE FOR JONATHAN PINNOCK

‘Irreverent, witty, well-aimed, and fizzing with imagination’ Ian Stewart


'A series of humorous, riotous mathematical mysteries' David Nicholls


‘He makes funny and self-deprecating company’ The Herald


‘Jonathan Pinnock writes compelling tales with a deliciously wicked glint in his eye’ Ian Skillicorn, National Short Story Week


‘Jonathan Pinnock is Roald Dahl’s natural successor’ Vanessa Gebbie


‘Funny, clever, and sometimes brilliantly daft. A comedy that I am sure would have made Pythagoras, Archimedes and Douglas Adams all laugh out loud’ Scott Pack on The Truth About Archie and Pye

ISBN: 9781788424356

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304 pages