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Black Lake Manor

By Guy Morpuss
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In Black Lake Manor, author Guy Morpuss crafts a thrilling science fiction tale set within an intriguing manor that defies the normal constraints of time. The story unfolds with a murder mystery at its core, drawing readers into a complex narrative where the boundaries of time and reality are intertwined and tested. It's a captivating blend of suspense and speculative fiction, offering readers an engaging journey through an unconventional and cleverly-structured mystery.
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This intriguing mix of sci-fi and fantasy offers a captivating journey for those who enjoy intricate narratives blending mystery with fantastical elements. If you're drawn to stories that challenge traditional storytelling with twists and imaginative plotlines, this book could be a perfect choice for you.

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Agatha Christie meets The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August in this outstanding cross-genre locked room murder mystery.

Agatha Christie meets The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August in this outstanding cross-genre locked room murder mystery.

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'It gripped me for a week. Incredible!' - JANICE HALLETT

'Mind-bendingly brilliant. Agatha Christie on steroids!' - TIM GLISTER

'An endless inventive murder mystery' - ALEX PAVESI

A locked room. A brutal murder. And a killer who can unwind time...

A DEAD BILLIONAIRE
Part-time constable Ella Manning never thought she'd have to investigate her ex-fiancΓ©'s murder. But that's exactly what happens when tech entrepreneur Lincoln Shan is found dead in his study the morning after a controversial product launch - with the door locked from the inside.

A RAGING STORM
Trapped inside Shan's mansion above the remote town of Black Lake, it's up to Ella to catch the killer. But Black Lake is no ordinary place, and its strange history will make this the most baffling murder case of her career.

SIX HOURS TO FIND A KILLER
Because some of the town's inhabitants have the power to rewind time - and someone is using it to protect a murderer. Just as Ella is sure she has identified the culprit, the last six hours are undone. With no memory of what she discovered before, her investigation begins again with very different results. But which conclusion was true? The race is on to find the killer before they strike again - and time is not on her side...

A must-read for fans of The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, The Sanatorium and And Then There Were None, Black Lake Manor will keep you feverishly turning the pages all night long.

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Black Lake Manor by Guy Morpuss has been praised as a sophisticated and engaging puzzle, with reviewers commending its gripping plot and clever twists. The novel is noted for its unique setting and exceptional characterisation, offering a fresh take on the locked room mystery genre with speculative elements. It is seen as both mind-bendingly brilliant and refreshingly original, likened to an Agatha Christie mystery with additional speculative flair.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788165716

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Viper

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 464

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Guy Morpuss Religion & Spirituality Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction

About the Author

Guy Morpuss is a former QC whose cases have featured drug-taking cyclists, dead Formula 1 champions and aspiring cemetery owners. His favourite books involve taking a twist on reality, and playing with the consequences. Which led to his debut novel, Five Minds, about five people stuck in one body, trying to kill one another. Guy lives near Farnham, England, with his wife and two sons. Find him on Twitter @guymorpuss

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