Death at the Sign of the Rook

How delicious to have Jackson Brodie back, this time in a story that starts off in Agatha Christie's world but soon becomes a landscape that could only have been crafted from the pen of the incomparable Kate Atkinson.

Ian Rankin

Christie would be proud . . . This stands alone as a crime novel, but it is better enjoyed having read the previous books in the Brodie series. And why wouldn’t you – they are all a delight. I defy you not to snort with laughter as the novel progresses to its farcical denouement. Atkinson is brilliant.

Observer

Delicious character studies . . . fine writing, wit, originality and eccentricity – even as it induces a warm glow

Telegraph

Another brilliant addition to her impressive oeuvre, Atkinson masterfully blends intricate plotting with rich character development, delivering a mystery that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally engaging

Glamour

[A] delirious crime caper . . . Atkinson has tremendous fun manoeuvring her motley cast together for a climactic murder mystery weekend

Mail on Sunday

Sharp, droll and knowing as ever, Atkinson has huge fun with the set-up; the supporting cast is terrific, and the rueful Brodie, ever more mindful of the passing years, feels like an old friend.

Guardian

The set-up is a delight, paying homage to traditional Agatha Christie-style murder mysteries . . . the characters are well-drawn, their stories unfolding alongside each other until gradually the strands unite, keeping the reader guessing how they will ultimately tie together . . . A great read.

PA Media

Superior writing and a highly entertaining read.

Grazia

What a scream!

Saga Magazine

A testament to Atkinson's versatility and mastery of the crime genre . . . pays a heartfelt homage to the golden age of detective fiction while offering a fresh, invigorating take on the classic murder mystery . . . a captivating escape into a world where every puzzle piece fits seamlessly into a perfectly choreographed mystery.

nb. Magazine

Inventive, funny, gripping, lovely to be back with Jackson Brodie - I loved it!

Kate Mosse, number one bestselling author of The Ghost Ship

Atkinson brings to life an eccentric cast, leading them through a series of calamities and coincidences to help Jackson uncover the mystery

Woman magazine, 'Best Books'