Book Info
Name of the Book : Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons
Author : Davis Stafford
Publisher : Allison & Busby
Publication Date : 17 Sept 2020
No. of Pages : 352
Format : Hardcover / Kindle
Why I Picked the Book?
Thrillers have always been my favourite genre. While searching for a good thriller read on NetGalley, Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons by David Stafford was offered as an ARC. And the most attractive feature of the book was its name and blurb. Definitely, didn't wanted to miss this piece of diamond.
From Where I Got This Book?
The book, Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons by David Stafford was offered as an ARC on Netgalley. But, you can buy the book on www.amazon.com. Also, you can read the book on Amazon Kindle.
Author Introduction
David Stafford is a writer of plays for stage, TV and Radio for documentaries and biographies. Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons is his debut novel. The second book in this series is Skelton's Guide to Suitcase Murders. You can follow the author on his website https://www.dcstafford.com or on Twitter @dstaffordwriter.
Blurb
Mary Dutton is accused of murdering her husband. Everyone thinks she is innocent and should be released, but the police is determined that she is guilty. Mary's mother-in-law is adamant on proving her guilty.
Arthur Skelton, a famous barrister with his assistant Edgar Hobbs undertakes the case. But, during the investigation Arthur unearthes some secrets about Mary and his family. But, there is more to the case.
Is Mary Dutton really a killer? What facts Arthur uncovers in his investigation?
My Opinion
A real page turner mystery thriller
I would define the book, Skelton’s Guide to Domestic Poisons by David Stafford as staggering and gripping for mystery and thriller lovers. With every page you will find a new discovery to the case. At one moment you are thinking that the culprit is found and by the time you reach the end of the chapter the whole scenario changes.
It will make you feel like an active participant in the story with Arthur Skelton, our protagonist and lawyer.
Thanks NetGalley for providing me an ARC copy of this book.
Character Portrayal
My favorite character in the book, Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons by David Stafford is Arthur Skelton. Arthur is portrayed as a sharp minded lawyer who takes his every case very seriously.
The tertiary characters are best in their own way. The author has painted all the characters with strength and wisdom. Each character is superb in their own way.
Narrative Style
The author, David Stafford has narrated the story from a single POV in the book, Skelton's Guide to Domestic Poisons.
Although there are many flashbacks in the story but the author has co- related them according to the events. The story is supported by adequate dialogues and sequential events.
Ratings
- Plot -------------- 5/5
- Characters ------ 5/5
- Climax ---------- 5/5
- Writing Style --- 5/5
- Cover ------------ 5/5
- Recommendation ----- 5/5
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