The village of Ledwardine has never been flooded in living memory, but as the river continues to rise with December rains, within days it will be an island. Electricity has been cut and the church is serving as a temporary mortuary for two people who drowned. Only one man feels safe: an aggressively atheist author who has been movedfor his own safetyinto a secluded house just outside the village. Meanwhile, archaeologistsassisted by Merrily Watkins s teenage daughter, Janeare at work unearthing an ancient row of standing ...
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The village of Ledwardine has never been flooded in living memory, but as the river continues to rise with December rains, within days it will be an island. Electricity has been cut and the church is serving as a temporary mortuary for two people who drowned. Only one man feels safe: an aggressively atheist author who has been movedfor his own safetyinto a secluded house just outside the village. Meanwhile, archaeologistsassisted by Merrily Watkins s teenage daughter, Janeare at work unearthing an ancient row of standing stones which some people would prefer stay buried. The atheist s temporary home is close to the site and his young wife is becoming conspicuously agitated. Is it the fear of discovery? With the flood water washing up Church Lane towards the vicarage and the shop running out of cigarettes, it looks to be a cold and complex Christmas for Merrily Watkins."
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New. 2016. Mass Market Paperback. With the flood water washing up Church Lane towards the vicarage and the shop running out of cigarettes it looks like a cold and complex Christmas for Merrily Watkins in an ancient community forced to untangle its own history against the swirling uncertainty of the future. Num Pages: 528 pages. BIC Classification: FF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 33. Weight in Grams: 324......We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. Glued binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 474 p. Merrily Watkins Mysteries. Audience: General/trade. First edition, first printing UK hardback, 2008 Quercus. The book is in fine condition, the dustjacket is in fine condition.
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Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1847245781. With original black cloth and colour dust jacket. With signature reading 'With best wishes Phill Rick' to title page. Dust jacket in protective cover. With slight shelf wear to spine, covers, corners and dust jacket.; Merrily Watkins Series; 16x24x4cms; 474 pages; Philip Rickman, known as Phil Rickman, is a British author primarily recognized for his works in the horror and supernatural fiction genres. He was born on November 22, 1957, in Lancashire, England. Rickman's writing often blends elements of horror, mystery, and the supernatural, creating intricate and atmospheric stories that captivate his readers. Rickman gained significant popularity for his series of novels featuring Merrily Watkins, a Church of England priest who also serves as a diocesan exorcist. These novels, collectively referred to as the "Merrily Watkins series, " often delve into themes of the paranormal, folklore, and the clash between modern skepticism and ancient beliefs. The series offers a unique perspective on the role of the Church in confronting supernatural phenomena.; Signed by Author.