Some Particular Evil
The Anglian Detective Agency Series

Set in 1970, this book was not particularly well written but I enjoyed it anyway. It was a good old fashioned crime, an up to date Agatha Christie style thriller. Even better for me was that it was set on the Suffolk coast and I knew all the places mentioned. Definitely will read the others in the s......more

"Tied with too neat a bow" The first book in any series is the hardest in many ways. You need to introduce the characters you hope will capture the imagination of the reader. Who knows how many books will follow? The initial supporting cast might prove dispensable. Some will survive and others will f......more

Interesting story if a bit improbable at times. The teacher turned sleuth was not subtle in questioning - not sure that would work in real life. I liked the characters even though the extended cast of characters does seem a bit far fetched.......more

I enjoyed this nice easy read set in the 1970s. It was set locally so I could imagine the settings. As the first novel in the series the characters were well rounded and developed well. The writing isn't the best but enjoyable none the less. I will probably look for others in the series......more

Easy read This is a good read but drags a bit with the miss marp!e character representation. Recommend it for light enjoyment......more