The Snowman - The Movie - By Jo Nesbo

 

If you like scary movies and whodunnits you will surely enjoy The Snowman by Jo Nesbo.

You might already have read the book, but the English language movie is out this month.

Here's the extended movie trailer to whet your appetite, which is pretty scary by itself.

See what you think!

 

 

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Jack the Ripper - and My Weird and (Very) Tenuous Link to the Case!

 

There's a game that people sometimes play about how many people you are removed from famous people. I forget what it is called, but some say that you can be linked to anyone within say seven others, even people like Charles Dickens, Adolf Hitler and Winston Churchill - now there's a weird trio!

Well, I don't know about that, but I do know that I could be linked to Jack the Ripper, the notorious Victorian serial killer, in just one!!

How could that possibly be?

Check out my book review on The Diary of Jack the Ripper and all will be revealed - you can see that by clicking here

Have fun!

 

  

 

 

 

Death Squad London by Jack Gerson

 

If you are into thrillers and murder and suspense type books you will not regret taking a look at this one.

The story is set in London in 1936 and follows the hero, a German refugee by the name of Ernst Lohmann. Ernst was formerly a top detective in Berlin but was forced to leave the country because of his opposition to the Nazi regime.

In London he lives one step above the poverty line, but when an old Jew's daughter supposedly commits suicide, and the courts confirm that verdict, the father asks Lohmann to investigate.

And investigate he does, and along the way he meets and falls in love with the late girl's best friend. She is a wealthy heiress with connections to the government, and it is not long before Ernst is meeting and questioning the out-of-office Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister himself, Stanley Baldwin, and even the uncrowned King Edward VIII, he of Mrs Simpson and abdication fame and all that.

In the course of his enquiries he discovers a gigantic conspiracy that I am not going to elaborate further about here. Suffice to say, the story rattles along at a cracking pace and accurately portrays the spirit of the times, from the Cable Street riots against Oswald Mosley's blackshirts, to pre-war German spies on hiking holidays throughout England, checking out airfields and the like.

There are a couple of minor errors within. The author repeatedly talks of "New Scotland Yard", when surely it was just Scotland Yard back then, and the wail of sirens from the police cars. Even I can remember the rather genteel continuous bell that English police cars rather reluctantly exuded. Sirens there were not!

But we can forgive these minor faults because theis book is a cracking good read and most enjoyable too. If you enjoy it as I did, you could maybe seek out the sister book too, Death's Head Berlin.

 

 

 

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The Admirable Crichton - Full Film On Here Now!

A while ago now I wrote a film review for the 1957 British film, The Admirable Crichton.

On that review page I have now put a copy off the full film for your enjoyment. I don't know how long it will be available so if you are interested in a gentle fun family movie from 60 years ago, I kid you not, take a look at it today.

It runs to around an hour and half, and well worth it is too.

You'll find it on The Admirable Crichton page by clicking here

Enjoy!!! 

 

 

The All New Inspector Walter Darriteau Murder Mystery Novel....

 

Pleased to mention that a new Walter Darriteau novel is now being written and will be out in the new year, God willing! 

It has a working title of "The Plunge", though that is highly likely to be changed at least twice before it finally sees the light of day. 

Early thoughts indicate that this is likely to be another chunky book too, so if you are interested in Walter's cases do stay tuned for that.

In the meantime don't forget you can get a completely free murder/mystery ebook right now when you sign up for my occasional booksy newsletter by going here 

or take a look at the novel "Kissing a Killer" page right here

As ever, thanks for your interest in my stuff. I appreciate it.

Have a great day,

David C. 

 

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Last Day Today for Very Special Offer on "The Murder Diaries" - Don't Miss It!

 

Yes, today is the last day for this promotional offer at 65% OFF the usual price. Yep,it's only 99p - but now TODAY only! 

See all the links on The Murder Diaries page by clicking here

This book is now available as an ebook on Kindle, Apple itunes/ibooks, Kobo, Nook and most other well known ebook platforms. 

Here's that page link again, go here 

Thanks for reading - have a great day and a fab weekend too,

 

David C.

"The Murder Diaries - Seven Times Over" On Special Offer This Week!

 

Don't miss out on this time limited special offer.

Here's a super opportunity to buy a murder mystery book at at greatly reduced price. 65% off the usual price!

"The Murder Diaries - Seven Times Over" is on Special Offer this week until Friday at just 99p for the ebook.

Buy on Kindle, Apple itunes/ibooks, Kobo, Nook and most other well known ebook platforms.

For more more information check out the Murder Diaries page by clicking here

 

Thanks for reading,

have a great day,

and exciting reading,

David C.

 

If You Like Special Offers Don't Miss Out On This One!!

"The Murder Diaries - Seven Times Over" is on very SPECIAL OFFER from September 18th-22nd 2017 when you can save at least 65% on the Ebook Price!!

  

 

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Special Words, Quotes, Articles, and Birthdays For Today

 

If you are looking for an article or incident especially related to and with today, check some of these interesting fellows out:

 

 

 

 

 

Interview and Video Coverage With J K Rowling

 

I think I am right in saying that J K Rowling is the first writer in history to have made more than a billion dollars through writing alone.

An astonishing statistic, and here is an interesting video from the lady in question that gives an insight into her writing career and background and driving force that led her on to such amazing success.

It also includes her top ten rules for success. 

I hope you like it.

 

 

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