The Silence of the Shaggy Rug

The Silence of the Shaggy Rug is a novel by Daniel Jacob that follows the Crooke-Wells siblings, a upper-crust English family who are part of The Hereditary Rich, as they attempt to accumulate unearned and unmerited wealth through a series of plots and pitfalls. The mother is a beacon of honesty in this sea of iniquity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 380 pages
Publication date: 16 December 2021
Publisher: Libri Publishing

In the rich tapestry of English literature's anti-hero tradition, acclaimed author Daniel Jacob has crafted a remarkable collection of characters that rival the likes of Flashman and Waugh's iconic figures. With a touch of Tom Sharpe's masterful farce, the grotesque Crooke-Wells siblings navigate a series of intricate plots and treacherous pitfalls, driven by their insatiable desire for unearned and undeserved wealth. Amidst this sea of moral ambiguity, the mother stands as a beacon of honesty, her string of illicit love affairs appearing comparatively virtuous in comparison. This captivating tale unfolds within the confines of an upper-crust English family, part of a sub-group known as The Hereditary Rich. Beautifully written and delightfully wicked, The Silence of the Shaggy Rug is a testament to Jacob's exceptional storytelling prowess, offering a cautionary tale that challenges the boundaries of morality and societal conventions. Prepare to be swept away by this intricate and provocative narrative, where the lines between good and evil blur, and the consequences of one's actions are as treacherous as the shaggy rug itself.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912969241