By the Pricking of Her Thumb

Alma, a private investigator, is caught up in an impossible murder case involving one of the world's four richest people. She must juggle treating her terminally ill lover with a case that may not have a victim. This novel is inspired by the films of Kubrick and returns to the near-future of THE REAL-TOWN MURDERS. It is witty, moving, and has a mystery deep at its heart, showcasing Adam Roberts' mastery of the form.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2019
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Private Investigator Alma finds herself embroiled in another perplexing murder case. Among the world's four wealthiest individuals, one may be deceased, yet no one is certain of the identity. Alma has been retained to uncover the truth behind the peculiar actions of the ultra-rich, and she must simultaneously manage her terminally ill lover while investigating a case that may lack a victim. Drawing inspiration from the films of Kubrick, this standalone novel revisits the near-future world of THE REAL-TOWN MURDERS and propels Alma onto a path that she finds scarcely comprehensible. With its witty narrative, poignant portrayal, and a mystery that lurks beneath the surface, this novel once again showcases Adam Roberts' exceptional mastery of the genre.

Weight: 244g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473221512