Description
Book SynopsisA blockbuster historical novel from bestselling author David Mark - which will appeal to his fans as well as anyone who loves Ripper Street, The Suspicions of Mr Whicher, and Antonia Hodgson.
Trade ReviewMark brings some wonderful characterisation, particularly in the minor roles...
His writing is quite brilliant * Crime Review *
This novel is not for the faint-hearted, with
more than a slice of Gothic horror about it, blended skilfully with all essential elements of a traditional crime thriller...Blood, gore, guts, bones, rats, asylums, séances - they're all here in this
viscerally, but superbly descriptive book. * Historia *
The Zealot's Bones is a
brilliant and darkly compelling novel. D.M Mark is a
refreshingly original voice in historical crime fiction. -- S D Sykes, author of
Plague Land[An]
inventive, spiky book...a
wonderful read * The Times *
A luridly inventive and enjoyable Gothic thriller * The Sunday Times historical fiction books of the year *
