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A Meditation on Murder
- A Death in Paradise Novel
- Narrated by: Phil Fox
- Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins
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Summary
An original story from the creator and writer of the hit BBC One TV series Death in Paradise, featuring onscreen favourite DI Richard Poole.
Enhance your enjoyment of the series as, for the first time, Robert Thorogood brings the characters to life in an all-new locked-room mystery.
Aslan Kennedy has an idyllic life as leader of a spiritual retreat for wealthy holidaymakers on one of the Caribbean's most unspoilt islands, Saint Marie. Until he's murdered, that is. The case seems open and shut: when Aslan was killed, he was inside a locked room with only five other people, one of who has already confessed to the murder.
Detective Inspector Richard Poole is hot, bothered, and fed up with talking to witnesses who'd rather discuss his aura than their whereabouts at the time of the murder. But he also knows that the facts of the case don't quite stack up. In fact he's convinced that the person who's just confessed to the murder is the one person who couldn't have done it.
Determined to track down the real killer, DI Poole is soon on the trail, and no stone will be left unturned. A must-listen for fans of the TV series and Agatha Christie crime classics featuring Marple and Poirot.
Critic reviews
"Thorogood's classic crime novel is laced with tongue-in-cheek humour and outlandish plot twists. Readers will love this gentle, quirky crime thriller.' ( Lincolnshire Echo)
"Fans of the series will relish...plenty of red herrings and twists to keep readers guessing until the Agatha Christie style showdown." ( Daily Express)
"Fans of the Agatha Christie style BBC drama Death in Paradise will enjoy this book from the show's creator." ( Mail on Sunday)
"Sun, sea and suspense: If you like a classic whodunnit, and tropical settings, you won't want to miss Death in Paradise" ( Daily Mail)
" Death in Paradise feels like a little ray of sunshine." ( Mirror)
"Fans will enjoy returning to DI Richard Poole...just switch off and relax." ( Love Reading)
" Death in Paradise fans rejoice! Detective Inspector Richard Poole is making a comeback...just not on television." ( TV Wise)
"Fans of the show who are missing DI Richard Poole have another chance to spend some quality time with him thanks to A Meditation on Murder. It was an absolute delight from start to finish." ( Entertainment Outlook)
"A treat." ( Radio Times)
"This brilliant whodunnit is based on the BBC One drama Death in Paradise ( Woman)
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- Helenm728
- 15-06-21
very entertaining
Being a massive fan of the TV series I thought I would give this book a try . I was not disappointed , as with the TV series it contained both drama and comedy and left me guessing who done it to the very end. My only criticism is that it's a shame that the cast members were unable to do the reading but Phil Fox does a decent job . a definite 5 stars from me.
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- T
- 22-06-23
Great book
As a fan of death in paradise this book did not disappoint. I really enjoyed it
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- Amazon Customer
- 18-08-23
Great book, would recommend
This is a great book for fans of the TV series and the accents are fabulous, and the story has plot twists in every chapter. 10/10, would recommend.
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- buddy
- 22-02-24
Death in paradise
I really enjoyed this book. As a fan of the TV show I was pleased that it so easy to listen to.
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- Jodie M
- 05-05-22
Good story but sloppy proofing
I enjoyed the book and it's good to get some extra DI Poole because Death in Paradise really went downhill after Ben Miller and Kris Marshall. But to whoever the publisher is - your editor/proof-reader needs a slap for some sloppy lapses in the text. A few repetitions and poor phrasing scattered throughout were frustrating. Robert Thorogood is a good author and it's a shame to let the storytelling down in that way. If you need a better proof-reader I'll happily do it.
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- Janey
- 04-11-16
Really good listen
This is another good story by Robert Thorogood in the Death in Paradise series. Brilliantly written, the main character Richard Poole is brilliantly done. There are some very amusing moments in this ‘page turner’ with lots of twists and turns until the very end when all is revealed. I hope there are many more in the series.
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- MISS K.
- 08-02-23
A Brilliant Story and Performance
Another brilliant whodunnit book by Robert Thorogood. Any Death in Paradise fan will love it, as will any murder mystery fan. The story is brilliant and full of twists and turns. The performance is absolutely amazing too.
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- Emma Symonds
- 17-08-17
Relaxing story with a good twist
I really enjoy the TV series so was pleasant surprised that the book is just as enjoyable. its easy to listen too, the characters are good and the deduction of the crime was cool. I'll be trying another book in the series.
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- lindajones
- 04-04-21
Thoroughly enjoyable
I have the Death in Paradise books on my kindle and enjoyed them so much I bought them on audible. Storylines are always good as are the characters. Would like more.
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- Barry Badcock
- 13-10-23
Captivating
An excellent book for anyone who enjoys a good cozy detective story. Well read by the narrator.
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