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Book SynopsisFinding himself surrounded by predatory friends and relations - his ex-wife, her delinquent brother, a younger, deplorably successful writer, Arnold Baffin, Baffin's restless wife and engaging daughter - Bradley attempts to escape.
Trade ReviewMurdoch is at the height of her powers in this novel, combining a complex plot with a heartrending analysis of the meaning of love * Good Book Guide *
The best all-round novel that I’ve read. It’s a brilliant crime novel and a love story that’s beautifully written * Daily Express *
This is
her best novel in my opinion… It has a
breathtaking narrative skill and a triumphant ending -- Sebastian Faulks * Week *
A source of wonder and delight...No summary can do justice to the rich intricacy of character and incident with which Miss Murdoch crowds every page * Spectator *
This is great Murdoch. It rings as clear as
The Bell...her humour is all the more achingly funny because she keeps it on the edge of our vision * Daily Mail *
