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To many on the transatlantic crossing of the Queen Mary Mr. Pettibone was a 'bounder' or a 'cad'. But that would be doing him and them a disservice. Mr. Pettibone was a shrewd observer of human nature. In his chosen profession he had to be. The times were uncertain, war was looming and much was at stake. For him, and for those whose lives intersected with his, self-directed morality was the guiding influence. Strange and uncertain paths were being mapped out for those with whom he danced on the human stage, leading to intrigue, mystery and murder.
"Fast-paced, economical storytelling, a la Ken Follett, and ironic, humorous adventures, a la P. G. Wodehouse, make this an entertaining and absorbing read. England in the first half of the 20th century, with pastoral, urban, and academic scenes, along with an array of characters who span society, make for a series of adventures that all have one common element -- Mr. Pettibone. As he'd say, this book is "First class. Absolutely first class."
Richard B.
Amazon Reviewer
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"A Bone To Pick is a masterfully crafted mystery that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and detective novels. Stephen Oppenheimer proves himself to be a skilled storyteller, delivering a tale rich in atmosphere, suspense, and unexpected revelations. This book is a delightful journey into the intrigues of a bygone era, and readers will find themselves eagerly turning the pages to uncover the truth lurking beneath the surface of Mr. Pettibone's enigmatic persona."
Emilysmom
Goodreads
“As a lover of British novels and TV shows this collection of interwoven stories is right up my alley. It's a very authentic and compelling journey into a long-gone time filled with interesting characters and meaningful moments large and small."
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Laura C.
Amazon Reviewer