Dark Side of the Road

Ishmael Jones is a low-profile detective who is invited to spend Christmas at a remote country house by his employer, The Colonel. When the Colonel goes missing, Ishmael discovers that the guests are harboring dark secrets and must stop a savage killer. This is a locked-room, country house mystery with a supernatural twist, written by Simon R. Green.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2022
Publisher: Baen Books

Ishmael Jones, a man who prefers to keep a low profile and live on the dark side of the road, is known for his ability to solve mysteries and uncover dark secrets. However, when he receives an invitation from his employer, known only as The Colonel, to spend Christmas at the Colonel's sprawling country house, Ishmael decides to come out of the shadows for some holiday cheer.

Upon arriving at the remote Belancourt Manor in the midst of a blizzard, Ishmael discovers that the Colonel has gone missing. As he explores the manor, he soon realizes that the guests are hiding dark secrets, and it becomes his mission to stop a savage killer before it's too late.

This locked-room, country house mystery with a supernatural twist is a hallmark of Simon R. Green's writing, known for his macabre and entertaining world. Green's Nightside series has been praised for its intricate riddles, wisecracking humor, and maximum bloodshed and mayhem. "From a Drood to a Kill" showcases Green's fertile imagination and his ability to create captivating fantasy-genre mash-ups.

Simon R. Green is a favorite author of many readers, known for his imaginative storytelling and captivating characters. His books have received numerous accolades, including starred reviews from Kirkus and Booklist. Charlaine Harris, a fellow author, has praised Green's writing, stating that he has an endless imagination and is a writer who seems endlessly inventive.

In conclusion, "Call Him Ishmael" is a thrilling and suspenseful mystery that showcases Simon R. Green's exceptional writing skills. If you enjoy locked-room mysteries with a supernatural twist, or if you are a fan of Simon R. Green's captivating storytelling, this book is a must-read. Prepare to be transported to a world of mystery, danger, and adventure as Ishmael Jones takes on the challenge of stopping a savage killer at Belancourt Manor.

ISBN-13: 9781982192211