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Lionel Ward - Author
Discover mystery novels set in in the world of bookshop owner Elliot Todd, a bookseller turned accidental amateur sleuth, peppered with literary anecdotes. Contact Lionel Ward at lionelward1@gmail.com to sign up to the newsletter for information on forthcoming titles or to arrange for a signed copy
The Shakespeare Thief: Elliot Todd Mystery 1
Bookworm Elliot Todd realises his dream of running a bookshop in a small provincial town. Though he has yet to find his soulmate, he is for the most part contented. Then, one day, events take a dramatic turn. The death of the 'Shakespeare expert' Harry Nielsen, following a talk at the bookshop, marks the beginning of a tangled web of intrigue leading to a thrilling conclusion.
You can order from the link here or by emailing: brendonbooks@gmail.com or telephone: 01823 337742 or personal visit to Brendon Books, Bath Place, Taunton TA1 4ER. Ebook, paperback and audio also available online from here
Roman Holiday: Elliot Todd Mystery 2
A holiday in Rome for Elliot and his friend Cameron appears to be the perfect antidote following the death of Shakespeare expert in Elliot's bookshop. However, the two intrepid travellers get more than they bargained for when they visit Italy's historic Roman capital. Once more the world of books is a gateway to a world of intrigue and deception.
You can order from the link here or by emailing: brendonbooks@gmail.com or telephone: 01823 337742 or personal visit to Brendon Books, Bath Place, Taunton TA1 4ER. Ebook and paperback also available online from here
Somerset Odyssey: Elliot Todd Mystery 3
Following his adventures in Rome, Elliot is invited to present a copy of The Lyrical ballads to the Coleridge Society in Somerset. He decides to combine it with a quiet walking holiday. However, things don't quite go as as planned, especially as his dynamic mother just happens to be planning her own trip to Somerset at around the same time.
You can order from the link here or by emailing: brendonbooks@gmail.com or telephone: 01823 337742 or personal visit to Brendon Books, Bath Place, Taunton TA1 4ER. Ebook, paperback and audio also available online from here
What they said about The Shakespeare Thief
Tim Pears on The Shakespeare Thief
'A real page-turner. A murder mystery, with Shakespearean echoes, set in the world of books. What more could a reader ask for?' Author of In Place of Fallen Leaves, In a land of Plenty & The West Country Trilogy
Karen Maitland on The Shakespeare Thief
'The behind-the-scenes insights into the secret life of a bookshop and the book titles woven through the plot really add up to making the novel a thoroughly satisfying read for any book lover.' Author of Company of Liars, The Plague Charmer & The Daniel Pursglove series of Historical crime fiction.
Alexander Waugh on The Shakespeare Thief
The Shakespeare Thief is an extremely enjoyable book with lively characters and a rollicking plot. Author of Shakespeare in Court
What they said about Roman Holiday
C. M. Ewan on Roman Holiday
'A charming and erudite mystery — part caper, part travelogue — that conjures up Rome beautifully, and is filled with satisfying nuggets of information for all kinds of book (and bookshop) fanatics. Author of One Wrong Turn, The House Hunt, The Interview & the Good Thief's Guide to... series
Hazel Prior on Roman Holiday
'Roman Holiday is a mystery driven by a brilliantly drawn and engaging set of characters.' Author of the bestselling Away With the Penguins, Call of The Penguins & Gone With the Penguins, Ellie and The Harpmaker & Life and Otter Miracles
Elizabeth Delo on Roman Holiday
'This a warm, beautifully researched and written novel. It's a gripping murder mystery, a love letter to Italy, and to history, and books.' Author of Becoming Liz Taylor.
What they said about Somerset Odyssey
Debbie Young on Somerset Odyssey
'Fascinating journey in the footsteps of Samuel Taylor Coleridge as bookseller Elliot Todd seeks to solve a literary mystery'. Debbie Young, author of The Curiosity Shop Cosy Mysteries and The Sophie Sayers Village Mysteries.
Tim Pears on Somerset Odyssey
'Rejoin Elliot Todd' s genial company as he first goes on a literary odyssey in Coleridge's footsteps and then investigates his mother's questionable involvement in an organisation as part of her university studies on religious cults. His best yet. A very enjoyable read'. Tim Pears, author of In the Place of Fallen Leaves and the West Country Trilogy.