Shadows of the Dead

DCI Paul Stark, Book 2

By: Jim Eldridge

Narrated by: John Telfer

London, 1921. Lord Johnny Fairfax has been found dead in his study, along with a second victim, a mysterious American who arrived unannounced the previous evening. For DCI Paul Stark, the case is personal: he's in a relationship with Lord Fairfax's former wife, Lady Amelia. The dead man had no shortage of enemies. Winston Churchill, his former colleague at the War Office, is convinced the murder is revenge for the disaster at Gallipoli. Lady Amelia herself is accused of the crime. And who was the American visitor? What was his connection with Lord Fairfax - and could he have been the real target? As Stark digs deeper, he uncovers evidence of a shocking conspiracy that strikes at the heart of the British Establishment.

©2017 Jim Eldridge (P)2023 Soundings

Needs better storyline

Geopolitical storyline not needed for the plot. All other parts of the book is outstanding.

Another masterpiece from Eldridge!

The scintillating plot, storyline and characters kept me riveted. Weaving in the pre WWII intrigue lays the groundwork for more DCI Stark books Yes, more please! Telfer is brilliant!

Another great story

Loved it as it kept me at the edge of my seat not knowing what was next to happen.