The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels
the Bestselling Richard & Judy Book Club Pick
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Profile Books Ltd
Published:19th Jan '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This hardback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£9.99(9781800810440)
A gripping exploration of a cult's dark past and a true-crime author's quest for truth unfolds in The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels.
In The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels, a gripping crime novel, readers are drawn into the chilling story of a cult that once captured headlines. The tale begins with a safe deposit box containing crucial research material for a true crime book. The protagonist, Amanda Bailey, a struggling true-crime author, faces a moral dilemma: should she destroy the documents or turn them over to the police? This decision is intricately tied to the infamous Alperton Angels, a cult that brainwashed a teenage girl into believing her newborn was the anti-Christ, leading to tragic consequences.
The narrative unfolds nearly two decades after the cult's shocking actions, as Amanda seeks to uncover the truth behind the Alperton Angels. The baby, now eighteen, becomes pivotal to her investigation, offering the potential for a groundbreaking story that could revive her career. However, she is not alone in her quest; rival author Oliver Menzies is also on the hunt, and their paths collide, forcing them to work together. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover unsettling truths that challenge everything they thought they knew.
The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels is a masterful blend of suspense and intrigue, crafted by the bestselling author known for her previous works, The Appeal and The Twyford Code. This novel not only captivates with its twisting plot but also invites readers to reflect on the nature of truth and the lengths to which individuals will go to uncover it.
What is remarkable is Hallett's ability to make her characters come alive... combined with her undoubted skill as a plotter, this places Hallett's books in the rare category of rereadable whodunnits * Telegraph *
What a treat to be back in a world created by the machiavellian Janice Hallett ... Another cracking mystery from a highly original author * Observer *
A cunningly wrought puzzle with a nice streak of black humour * Mail on Sunday *
There is no one better at drip-feeding information, heightening tension and springing surprises * The Times (star pick) *
Janice Hallett, the author of The Appeal and The Twyford Code, is on a roll... [A] quirky, clever tale * The Times (Best Books of 2023) *
I'm agog at the skill with which Hallett uses her unconventional storytelling method, not just in unfolding the plot and springing surprises, but in building up memorable characters. Character and plot, wit and creepiness, are all in perfect balance. It's another resounding success * Daily Express *
Undeniably clever and captivating, and delivers a brilliant twist that will delight fans of her previous books * Sunday Express *
A gripping read, which keeps the reader guessing until the last page * Independent *
As ever, the author's control of the material is masterly * Guardian *
Hallett's gripping novel dares the reader to beat Amanda to the dark and twisted truth * Daily Mail *
Sharp humour and playfulness entertainingly coexist * Financial Times *
The indefatigable Janice Hallett is back with another ingenious-sounding brain twister * Metro *
Hallett structures her novels as dossiers of found documents, transcripts and other evidence, leaving the reader to try to find the real story among unreliable narrators' statements. That process appeals to the journalist in me, which might explain why I read about 80 percent of this in a single sitting. It clearly also appeals to a lot of other people * New York Times *
Mind-meltingly complicated, fiendishly well plotted, replete with delicious snark about publishing, clear-eyed and very funny about cold-blooded writerly ambition ... In its assured dexterity and exuberance, it is a bravura performance * Irish Times *
God bless Janice Hallett and her especially twisty thrillers that, if you work even a shred of detail out, you feel amazing. Her third novel is brilliant * Belfast Telegraph (Book of the Month) *
ISBN: 9781800810402
Dimensions: 156mm x 234mm x 36mm
Weight: 664g
432 pages
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