The Arctic Railway Assassin

In the sixth book of the bestselling, prize-winning Adventures on Trains series, Harrison Beck and Uncle Nat climb aboard the night train to Narvik, traveling to the Arctic Circle to see the northern lights for Christmas. They are being followed by a sinister figure, and Hal's powers of observation are tested when Uncle Nat's past comes back to haunt him. The Arctic Railway Assassin is a stand-alone novel or can be enjoyed as part of the series.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

The Adventures on Trains series, which has won numerous awards and is a best-seller, continues with its sixth installment, "The Arctic Railway Assassin." Harrison Beck and Uncle Nat board the nighttime train to Narvik, Norway, in this exciting chapter, which takes them to the Arctic Circle to witness the northern lights for Christmas.

As their train departs from Stockholm, Hal and Uncle Nat become aware of a mysterious person following them. Hal's sharp senses are put to the test when Uncle Nat's past resurfaces, haunting him. The two railway detectives embark on a perilous journey into the endless night of the Arctic winter, where they must outwit an assassin.

"The Arctic Railway Assassin" can be read as a standalone novel or as part of the award-winning Adventures on Trains series, written by M. G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman. The series follows Hal and Uncle Nat on various thrilling adventures, including "Murder on the Safari Star," "Danger at Dead Man's Pass," and "Sabotage on the Solar Express."

The series has received widespread praise, with critics comparing it to the famous "Murder on the Orient Express" and calling it a first-class choo-choo-dunnit. Frank Cottrell-Boyce praised "The Highland Falcon Thief" as "like Murder on the Orient Express but better!" David Solomons described it as a "high-speed train journey worth catching," and The Times praised it as "the best yet." Maz Evans also expressed her admiration for the series, stating that it "just gets better and better."

In conclusion, "The Arctic Railway Assassin" is a thrilling and entertaining adventure story that will captivate readers of all ages. The Adventures on Trains series continues to deliver exciting and captivating journeys, and this installment is no exception. Whether you're a fan of the series or a newcomer, "The Arctic Railway Assassin" is a must-read that will leave you eagerly anticipating the next installment.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529072761