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The Malice of Angels (Esme Quentin Mystery Book 3) Kindle Edition

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THE DEEPEST SHADOWS HIDE THE DARKEST TRUTH

Esme Quentin is reminded of a painful past when Max Rainsford,a journalist colleague of her late husband Tim, turns up unannounced asking about a story Tim reported on thirty-five years ago – the murder of an old soldier. Esme, wary of Max’s motives, declines to get involved.

Meanwhile, Esme’s friend Ruth, prompted by WWII anniversaries, wants to solve the mystery of Vivienne, her mother Bea’s sister, a wartime nurse who never came home. Despite Bea’s disapproval, Ruth is convinced the truth will finally help Bea come to terms with her loss and asks Esme to investigate.

Esme unpicks the threads of Vivienne’s past and stumbles upon a disturbing connection, linking the old soldier’s murder to her own distressing past and her late husband’s fate. As events unravel, Esme realises that to uncover the secrets behind Vivienne’s story, she must also confront the terrifying truth behind her own.

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About the Author

WENDY PERCIVAL's interest in genealogy was stirred by the time honoured 'box of old documents in the attic' and became the inspiration behind her Esme Quentin mystery novels.Wendy shares the intriguing, sometimes shocking, discov¬eries in her own family history on her website blog and has had several articles published in Shropshire Family History Society's quarterly journal and in Family Tree magazine. She lives in a thatched cottage with her husband in South West England, in a dream location for a family historian - next door to a churchyard.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B079Y3GHFB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SilverWood Books (February 19, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 19, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1838086048
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 360 ratings

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Wendy Percival was born in the West Midlands and grew up in rural Worcestershire. She moved to North Devon in the 1980s to start her teaching career.

An impulse buy of Writing Magazine prompted her to start writing seriously and after winning a short story competition and having another story published she turned to full length fiction.

The time-honoured 'box of old documents in the attic' stirred her interest in genealogy and it was while researching her Shropshire roots that she was inspired to write the first Esme Quentin mystery, Blood-Tied.

Genealogy continues to intrigue her and its mysteries provide fodder for her website blog as well as ideas for further novels.

Wendy's website is http://www.wendypercival.co.uk

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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2022
    Didn't know of the SOEs. Very intriguing. Loved the story, loved the characters. It's amazing how one can write such a convoluted plot, keeping all characters' personalities on track throughout the story. .And the genealogy adds a perfect contribution to the story.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2020
    This is the best Esme Quentin mystery that I have read. The plot is well written and has a surprise ending. In this story Esme attempts to help find out what happened to her friend's aunt who disappeared at the end of WWII. Will Esme find the answer? Read the book and see.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2021
    I love mysteries and genealogy. The Esme Quentin series brings these together splendidly. The stories are fast paced and have unexpected twists and turns. I especially liked the surprise twist in this book. I am eagerly ready for book #4!
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2020
    Great twist and turns enjoyed feeling like I was in locations as th e story progressed.Never really thought about female soya or what the danger they were in.R really like the mane person Esme you put us there as I said before.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2021
    In keeping with her first books it was good to read this story. I’m glad to get books written by Wendy Percival.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
    beautifully written and presented
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021
    This is the best book yet in the series. I just discovered the Esme Quentin mysteries a few days ago. I read this one in one day. The twists and turns kept me guessing. There's a lot of real WW2 history in the book that I didn't know. Wonderful book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2018
    The Malice of Angels by Wendy Percival has received a Chill with a Book Readers' Award.

    "A most intriguing book which kept the mystery going all through. Very well written and a clever plot."

    "A beautiful story of loss and determination to find the truth."

    "Well written and cleverly told. Ms Percival engages the reader from the start and weaves a story that keeps you wanting to turn the page."

    Pauline Barclay
    Founder of Chill with a Book Awards

Top reviews from other countries

  • Barb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoying the series
    Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2024
    Delightful read. The plot is believable and the characters are interesting. Will be continuing to explore this series as I can
  • pe c.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Wonderfully Woven Plot
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 16, 2022
    The Malice of Angels is book 3 in the Esme Quentin series and another wonderfully written book and plot which does not disappoint. The series goes from strength to strength this time involving an intricate plot set against the backdrop of WW2. We also delve deeper into Esme's own past as she becomes emotionally involved herself as the plot twist involves her own late husband and the mystery surrounding his death. A slower burner than the previous books, this plot builds and builds and the plot twists are so cleverly worked that it keeps you second guessing literally right up until the end. I have read many crime function novels over the years and these books are up there with the best in the business. I really can't give any higher recommendation than that. They can all be read as a stand-alone books, but treat yourself and read the series from start to finish. A gripping read and another book that you just can't put down, I can't wait to read book 4
  • Shirley McDonald
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
    Reviewed in Australia on September 7, 2023
    This is the 3rd book in this series and I like the characters and the storyline. It was a good read.
  • Barbara D
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
    Reviewed in Canada on August 16, 2023
    I'm now up to Book 5 and all Books 1-4 have not disappointed. I've come to think of "Esme" as a personal friend I'd like to have in my 'real' life. A lady who meets her challenges head on and finds way to solve the mysteries she encounters. Hope Book 6 won't be long in coming out!
  • Lynne
    4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 18, 2021
    Another entriguing tale combining mystery and geneaology. I won't give the story away but I found aspects of the ending rather unbelievable, so 'only' 4 stars.

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