The Soul of Discretion: A Chief Superintendent Simon Serrailler Mystery (Simon Serrailler Crime Novels (Paperback)) - Softcover

Hill, Susan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1468312995 ISBN 13: 9781468312997

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, 2016

Synopsis

Susan Hill--the Man Booker Prize nominee and winner of the Whitbread, Somerset Maugham, and John Llewellyn Rhys awards--returns with a gripping new novel, the latest chapter in one of the most acclaimed mystery series of our time. When Simon Serrailler is called in by Lafferton's new Chief Constable, he is met by two plainclothes officers who ask him to take the principal role in a difficult, potentially dangerous undercover operation. He must leave town immediately, without telling anyone--not even his girlfriend Rachel, who has only just moved in with him. To complete his special operation, Simon must inhabit the mind of the worst kind of criminal. This takes its toll on Simon and-- as the investigation unfolds--also on the town and some of its most respected citizens.

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Review:

"Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning." --Ruth Rendell

"As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries." --"The New York Times Book Review"

"Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many." --"Entertainment Weekly"

"Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning." --"Chicago Sun-Times"

Praise for the Simon Serrailler Mysteries:

"Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning." --Ruth Rendell

"As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries." --"The New York Times Book Review"

"Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many." --"Entertainment Weekly"

"Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning." --"Chicago Sun-Times"

Praise for the Simon Serrailler Mysteries:
"Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning." --Ruth Rendell
"As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries." --"The New York Times Book Review"
"Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many." --"Entertainment Weekly"
"Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning." --"Chicago Sun-Times"

"Hill takes on a difficult subject in this eighth Serrailler mystery by showing how horrific these crimes are, while avoiding graphic descriptions, and by interspersing other characters' concerns to lessen the impact of pedophilia. Fans of the series won't want to miss this involving, suspenseful entry, and even newcomers will find that the backstory enables the story to stand on its own." --"Booklist "
Praise for the Simon Serrailler Mysteries:
"Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning." --Ruth Rendell
"As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries." --"The New York Times Book Review"
"Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many." --"Entertainment Weekly"
"Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning." --"Chicago Sun-Times"

"Touching stories blend with a chillingly believable, fast-paced murder investigation. Followers of British procedurals won't want to miss this outstanding contribution, which will only further Hill's award-winning reputation." --"Library Journal" (Starred Review)
"Hill takes on a difficult subject in this eighth Serrailler mystery by showing how horrific these crimes are, while avoiding graphic descriptions, and by interspersing other characters' concerns to lessen the impact of pedophilia. Fans of the series won't want to miss this involving, suspenseful entry, and even newcomers will find that the backstory enables the story to stand on its own." --"Booklist
"
"Hill doesn't shy away from taking her characters into difficult territory, and "The Soul of Discretion" is definitely her most nerve-racking novel yet." --"IndieBound
"
"Hill's latest will challenge the reader to tackle some controversial subjects while enjoying crisp prose that will keep the pages turning long through the night." --"Bookreporter.com
"
"Brilliantly executed as always, Hill's newest is gripping from the opening page until (literally) the closing sentence." --"Bookpage
"

Praise for the Simon Serrailler Mysteries:
"Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning." --Ruth Rendell
"As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries." --"The New York Times Book Review"
"Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many." --"Entertainment Weekly"
"Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning." --"Chicago Sun-Times"

"This is Susan Hill at her brooding best...There are many kinds of ghosts, and this author explores all of their possibilities." "The Washington Times"
"Touching stories blend with a chillingly believable, fast-paced murder investigation. Followers of British procedurals won't want to miss this outstanding contribution, which will only further Hill's award-winning reputation." "Library Journal" (Starred Review)
Hill takes on a difficult subject in this eighth Serrailler mystery by showing how horrific these crimes are, while avoiding graphic descriptions, and by interspersing other characters concerns to lessen the impact of pedophilia. Fans of the series won t want to miss this involving, suspenseful entry, and even newcomers will find that the backstory enables the story to stand on its own. "Booklist
"
"Hill doesn't shy away from taking her characters into difficult territory, and "The Soul of Discretion"is definitely her most nerve-racking novel yet." "IndieBound
"
"Hill's latest will challenge the reader to tackle some controversial subjects while enjoying crisp prose that will keep the pages turning long through the night." "Bookreporter.com
"
"Brilliantly executed as always, Hill's newest is gripping from the opening page until (literally) the closing sentence." "Bookpage
"
Praise for the Simon Serrailler Mysteries:
Not all great novelists can write crime fiction, but when one like Susan Hill does it, the result is stunning. Ruth Rendell
As every Trollope reader knows, English cathedral towns can be hotbeds of viciousness and vice. And so it is in Lafferton, where Susan Hill sets her thoughtful mysteries. "The New York Times Book Review"
Beautifully written . . . Hill is giving us a timeless panorama of life and death in an English town, one in which a murder investigation is only one drama among many. "Entertainment Weekly"
Hill can take us anywhere, keeping us interested . . . She knows how to keep those pages turning. "Chicago Sun-Times""

This is Susan Hill at her brooding best...There are many kinds of ghosts, and this author explores all of their possibilities.

Touching stories blend with a chillingly believable, fast-paced murder investigation. Followers of British procedurals won't want to miss this outstanding contribution, which will only further Hill's award-winning reputation.

Hill takes on a difficult subject in this eighth Serrailler mystery by showing how horrific these crimes are, while avoiding graphic descriptions, and by interspersing other characters' concerns to lessen the impact of pedophilia. Fans of the series won't want to miss this involving, suspenseful entry, and even newcomers will find that the backstory enables the story to standing on its own.

Hill's latest will challenge the reader to tackle some controversial subjects while enjoying crisp prose that will keep the pages turning long through the night.

Book Description:

DC Simon Serrailler is faced with his worst crimes yet, and Lafferton is left reeling

About this edition

• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1468312995
• ISBN 13: 9781468312997
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336