{"product_id":"the-antiquarian-ned-hoste-9781738460465","title":"The Antiquarian: A Barton \u0026 Brooks Cosy Mystery Book 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Finished the book in one day. Enjoyed meeting the main characters and loved being able to relate to the area. Brought back lovely memories of our stay in Topsham. Look forward to the next one. We'll done Ned Hoste\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJill Dobson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDive into a mystery set in the heart of historic Exeter; tension builds as secrets unravel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eFollow DI Barton and DS Brooks -smart, flawed, determined-as they unravel a tale of revenge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSet in the city of Exeter in Devon, a body is found in the Cathedral Chapter House shattering the peace in Cathedral Close\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eA must-read for fans of Richard Osman, Robert Thorogood or T. A. Williams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Antiquarian is book 1 in a brand new series-discover Barton \u0026amp; Brooks from the beginning, book 2 coming in late 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart of historic Exeter, Detective Inspector Whipton Barton is called to investigate the mysterious death of Dr Evelyn Merton, a brilliant historian found dead in the Cathedral's Chapter House. As Barton delves into the world of ancient manuscripts and academic rivalries, he uncovers a web of obsession and betrayal, and a chilling hoax. With the help of his team and the insights of those closest to Evelyn, Barton must unravel the truth before the killer strikes again. \u003ci\u003eThe Antiquarian \u003c\/i\u003eis a gripping cosy mystery where history isn't just a passion - it's a deadly force.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"I really enjoyed the story, the beautiful setting, and the characters - and I take my hat off to you regarding the research you must have done. Most of all, I admire you for turning your attention to detective fiction - my favourite reading matter - and I look forward to the next Barton \u0026amp; Brooks mystery!\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ned Hoste\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1738460460\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781738460465\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Big Ideas Library\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 214\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.45d","brand":"Ned Hoste","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47425379598591,"sku":"9781738460465","price":11.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2ee2a31d-2910-434f-b02c-2d4fe7a98cc0.jpg?v=1761538816","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-antiquarian-ned-hoste-9781738460465","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}