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ARCADIA: A Case For Willows And Lane by [Peter Grainger]

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Sir Roger Parkes is a man of some influence in the West Country. When he loses touch with his youngest daughter, he has a word with the Assistant Chief Constable of the local force. It’s not a police matter, he is told, but if Sir Roger wants to pursue it privately, there is a lady who might be able to help – two of them, actually. As far as Summer Lane is concerned, she has enough problems without going into the investigations business with her next door neighbour; Mrs Emily Willows’ problems all seem to centre around the fact that her neighbour is refusing to go into the investigations business with her. They have reached, it seems, an impasse. Until, that is, Emily notices that someone has left a message on her answering machine…

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B4F5WW1V
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 16, 2022
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 675 KB
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Although I've always been a reader, I must admit that I first got into crime novels via television series such as Morse and Frost. It seemed odd initially, reading about characters that I had only watched before, and I found that I didn't always agree with what the producers and scriptwriters had done - but then I probably am one of life's disagree-ers.

Having independently published three novels on Amazon's Kindle, I decided that my next project could be a crime novel of my own. In some ways it was easier to write than my general fiction, the conventions of the genre making some decisions straightforward, but I still spent a lot of time developing the characters in 'An Accidental Death'; to me, character comes before everything else in fiction.

I think that Smith himself is a recognisable individual. He is old-fashioned in some ways and has a sense that he has been left behind as the police force is modernised. He makes mistakes, too. And yet his wealth of experience and the understanding of people that stems from that experience mean that he is still able to pursue the wrongdoers intuitively, when more conventional methods fail. He is far from the first fictional detective to have these qualities, of course - there is nothing new under the sun. In the end, though, I grew to like him enough to perhaps give him another case to solve soon. And then another and another, until now there are eight DC Smith investigations.

The other three novels? I published them under a different name. They are not crime fiction at all but as several readers have said that they would like to take a look, I will now list them here: 'Afon', 'The Rink' and 'Asher' by Robert Partridge. Sorry but my author page won't let me post a direct link.

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jgk

The joy of reading Peter Grainger

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 2, 2023

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After reading the first novel by Peter Grainger, I knew that I wanted to read all his books. He is a fine writer. His prose is literary and descriptive and his characters are well developed and memorable. He does not weigh down his writing with page after page of narrative, but rather he develops his characters and moves the plot forward through extensive dialogue. Arcadia is no exception. You really get to know Lane in this story. And the cult plot is interesting and suspenseful. Initially, I thought the Willows and Lane series might be “cozy” type mysteries, but no. There are no tittering ladies in the shops gossiping - these stories are compelling with plenty of action and some humor too. As with the superb DC Smith series, Grainger creates complex characters that the reader comes to know and understand well, through their behavior, thoughts and interactions. He is also very skillful at depicting realistic interrogations, and showing the reader, rather than telling, various characters’ motivations or intentions. Grainger is a thoughtful and intelligent writer and I hope he will continue to publish since it’s obvious he has a large and appreciative fan base.

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 31, 2022

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I like how Lane's character is developing. I loved the fisherman. I wonder how the cult fared. I expect they fell apart. I enjoyed this story a lot. That Emily is no dope! I'm going to read the second book in the series now. I still miss D.C. after all this time. He and Fred Vargas' Inspecteur Abramson are cut out of similar cloth I think. Thanks so much for creating these stories for us, Peter. Shan Magnuson

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 14, 2023

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I loved the fast pace of Arcadia. Lane and Emily went to the next level with their new alliance. The action was fierce and somewhat believable.

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Doris Mogen

Freight train of suspense

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 28, 2022

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I love the characters in Peter Grainger's books. This is one of my favorite authors and I hope he continues writing books for a long time. Willows and Lane are so great and I loved Nick and others, too.

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phillyfriend

Arcadia: A Case for Willows and Lane

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 7, 2023

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Hard to put down this book. Fast paced, and wonderfully different, the heroes are different. I’ll be reading more books by Grainger.

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Iona White

Another first class Grainger

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 4, 2022

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Odd couple investigators Willows and Lane once again bring their very different skills and attitudes to a tricky puzzle that's breaking a family apart. Grainger's characters are delightful, the story is tight and gripping, and the result thoroughly satisfying. I have enjoyed every book in his three detective genre series. I'm so looking forward to the next one. A new Grainger is always a treat.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 21, 2022

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Next door neighbors Willows and Lane have formed a friendship forged in trials and tribulations...and now an investigative agency of sorts. A young woman missing, but presumed alive, and Lane must go undercover to investigate the Community the girl has joined. Welfare check and in and out...or is it? Wonderful story line, characters and most of ...believable. A friend from the past will join Lane and Willows in this endeavor. Peter Grainger at his best story telling. Love this series!

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Mrs K M M

Another superb book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 20, 2022

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I really enjoyed the first two books in this series, especially the second one, one of my top favourite Peter Grainger books.
I was delighted to see that a third book was now out. Willows and Lane are wonderfully mismatched but each is a great creation. I'm still trying to analyse the Grainger magic but it definitely has to do with great characters, exciting plots and subtle humour. Lane being ex police has the freedom to act which would not belong to a member of the police force. I loved this book as much as all the others.

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Clive Ryan

Welcome back!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 6, 2022

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I really enjoyed this book, the third in the series. It's been four years since the last one, but definitely worth the wait. The characters of both Lane and Willows have developed since then, and we learn a little more about them each time.

Peter Grainger has a style of writing which draws you into the plot, and his descriptions and phrasing are well thought out. He also conveys humour and its subtleties really well. When I wrote a review of the second book, I said that I'd hoped we'd get the chance to revisit the character of Nick Pascoe; well, thank you Mr Grainger for doing just that!

The door is left open for a further book. I do hope this isn't the end of the series and that we are given the chance to meet these engaging characters once again.

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lurcher-fan

Even better than the first two

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 9, 2022

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I loved this book . Great characterisation & a good plot. It’s a great series . There’s no gruesome violence but they are not twee or predictable . The two women are an unlikely duo but fit together well & compliment each other . I hope there is a fourth book . I enjoy all Peter Grainger books & he is an excellent writer .

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IgorStrav

excellent.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on October 6, 2022

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Great story and beautifully written Highly recommended
Characterisation just as engaging as the author’s other books, which is high praise in itself.

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Peter Dunn

All Peter Grainger books are terrific

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 30, 2022

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I buy every book Peter Grainger publishes, as soon as they become available. He has 2 series: DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigations is number one in my preferences, and the Willows and Lane series is 1B. Both series are brilliant procedurals, but I like them even more for the character development and inter-relationships. I strongly recommend reading both series in the order in which they were published.

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