The Late Lord Thorpe

Get ready to be hooked by the thrilling and atmospheric murder mystery from the million-copy-selling crime writer, where an aristocrat's death is labelled an unfortunate accident. DC Smith suspects a miscarriage of justice... 'Had me gripped from the very start to the extremely satisfying ending.' ***** Reader Review 'I read a LOT of murder mysteries and this series is one of the best!' ***** Reader Review This is DC Smith's third investigation with the Diver and Diver Associates agency. They have been asked by a member of Norfolk's aristocracy to look into the tragic death of her younger brother, Freddie, the late Lord Thorpe of the title. The inquest verdict was of misadventure, but it isn't long before Smith begins to suspect there has been a serious miscarriage of justice. 'Where has Peter Grainger been my whole life?' ***** Reader Review 'An excellent, intelligent and believable crime series which just gets better.' ***** Reader Review 'Engaging characters, intriguing plots and occasional humour make for a page-turning read.' ***** Reader Review 'Ensconced in Kings Lake, in the company of Smith and his team, I didn't want to leave . ' FINANCIAL TIMES 'The books are comforting, the writing is subtle and the plots are gripping.' THE TIMES