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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><i>1929. </i>Clive Mason is devastated when his wife Martha is found dead in a horsebox at Southwell Races, her handbag stolen. As DCI Henry Johnstone and Sergeant Mickey Hitchens investigate, it's clear this wasn't a robbery gone tragically wrong - Martha was deliberately murdered. Who was Martha Mason and what was she involved in that led to her murder?<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>A chilling murder ruins a fun day at the races in the fifth historical mystery featuring Detective Chief Inspector Henry Johnstone. </i></b> <p/> <i>1929.</i> Police surgeon Dr Clive Mason is devastated when his wife Martha is found dead in an empty horsebox at Southwell Races, her handbag stolen. The Masons were enjoying a day out at the races with their friends, Dr Ephraim Phillips and his wife Nora, when Martha went to speak to a face she recognized in a crowd - and disappeared. <p/> As Detective Chief Inspector Henry Johnstone and Sergeant Mickey Hitchens investigate, it's clear this wasn't a robbery gone tragically wrong - Martha was deliberately murdered. Why did the life of this well-respected, popular member of the community meet such a tragic end? Henry and Mickey soon learn that the Masons' marriage was not what it seemed, and make a number of shocking discoveries. Who was Martha Mason, and what secrets was she hiding?<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><i>'Appealing characters... Fans of historical police procedurals will be satisfied'</i>-- "<b>Publishers Weekly</b>"<br><br><i>Fast paced fun</i>-- "<b><i>Kirkus Reviews</i></b>"<br><br><i>Offers not just a solidly constructed mystery but also the welcome return of a character we hope to read more about in the future</i>-- "<b>Booklist</b> on <b>Death Scene</b>"<br><br><i>Outstanding ... Historical fans are in store for an edifying treat</i>-- "<b>Publishers Weekly Starred Review</b> of <b>Kith and Kin</b>"<br><br><i>Skillfully plotted . Adams shines light on the darker realities of the times without being heavyhanded</i>-- "<b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Clockmaker</b>"<br><br><i>The vivid depiction of England in the twenties and well-constructed plot will appeal to the Downton Abbey crowd</i>-- "<b>Booklist</b>"<br>

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