The Secrets of the Tumbledown — Laurence Cowley
Classification: Crime and mystery fiction
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A bundle of interesting characters as the story reads across different time frames. A really great mystery book and the second novel I’ve read by the brilliant Laurence Cowley.
Another great read, which kept me enthralled to the very end. Interesting characters always !
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This intriguing mystery ticks all my boxes, really enjoyed it.
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Great read. Holds your attention with many twists and turns.
Brilliant story telling spanning 200 years.
A real page turner that would make a good TV series.
Waiting for Laurence Cowleys next publication.
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A very enjoyable read. Well-researched, historically informative and full of twists and turns, the book is a real page-turner that keeps you guessing to the end.
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Dive into a gripping crime mystery novel that weaves together historical intrigue, murder investigation, and family secrets in The Secrets of the Tumbledown, a compelling thriller by Laurence Cowley. This page-turning mystery book draws readers into a chilling discovery at an abandoned timber mill and a sprawling investigation that spans centuries and continents.
When heir hunters fraudulently inherit a forgotten tumbledown timber mill deep in the English countryside, they uncover three sets of skeletal remains, unlocking a perplexing puzzle that goes far beyond simple property fraud. As local police unveil connections from the 1800s to the present day, the story evolves into a richly layered historical crime thriller that keeps readers guessing until the last page.
Follow retired DCI Jerry Blake and Detective Inspector Rob Wilton as they navigate a complex murder mystery investigation full of twists and turns, deception, and long-buried revelations. Meanwhile, Jan — a woman caught in a midlife reassessment — finds her plans upended when the secrets of the rambling old estate begin to surface.
Perfect for fans of:
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Crime mysteries and detective thrillers
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Historical suspense novels
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Multi-timeline storytelling
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Books about secrets, skeletons, and cold cases
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Plot twists that surprise and satisfy
- A must-read murder mystery book for adult readers who love atmospheric thrillers
- Ideal for book clubs, crime fiction readers, and mystery lovers
- Available in Paperback, eBook, and Kindle formats
Unravel the mystery. Follow the trail of clues. Discover The Secrets of the Tumbledown.
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364 pages.
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Reviews
A bundle of interesting characters as the story reads across different time frames. A really great mystery book and the second novel I’ve read by the brilliant Laurence Cowley.
Another great read, which kept me enthralled to the very end. Interesting characters always !
Verified Purchase
This intriguing mystery ticks all my boxes, really enjoyed it.
Verified Purchase
Great read. Holds your attention with many twists and turns.
Brilliant story telling spanning 200 years.
A real page turner that would make a good TV series.
Waiting for Laurence Cowleys next publication.
Verified Purchase
A very enjoyable read. Well-researched, historically informative and full of twists and turns, the book is a real page-turner that keeps you guessing to the end.