The Last Confession of Thomas Hawkins: Thomas Hawkins Book 2 by Antonia Hodgson

Description: The Last Confession of Thomas Hawkins by Antonia Hodgson A brilliant historical crime novel of Georgian London from the author of The Devil in the Marshalsea. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description London, 1728. A young, well-dressed man is driven through streets of jeering onlookers to the gallows at Tyburn. They call him a murderer. But Tom Hawkins is innocent and somehow he has to prove it, before the rope squeezes the life out of him.It is, of course, all his own fault. He was happy settling down with Kitty Sparks. He should never have told the most dangerous criminal in London that he was bored and looking for adventure. He should never have offered to help, the kings mistress. And most of all, he should never have trusted the witty, calculating Queen Caroline. She has promised him a royal pardon if London, 1728. A young, well-dressed man is driven through streets of jeering onlookers to the gallows at Tyburn. They call him a murderer. But Tom Hawkins is innocent and somehow he has to prove it, before the rope squeezes the life out of him.It is, of course, all his own fault. He was happy settling down with Kitty Sparks. He should never have told the most dangerous criminal in London that he was bored and looking for adventure. He should never have offered to help, the kings mistress. And most of all, he should never have trusted the witty, calculating Queen Caroline. She has promised him a royal pardon if he holds his tongue but then again, there is nothing more silent than a hanged man... Notes Based loosely on true events, Antonia Hodgsons new novel is both a sequel to The Devil In The Marshalsea and a standalone historical mystery. From the gilded cage of the Court to the wicked freedoms of the slums, it reveals a world both seductive and deadly. And it continues the rakes progress of Tom Hawkins - assuming he can find a way to survive the noose... Author Biography Antonia Hodgson was born and grew up in Derby and studied English at the University of Leeds. Her debut novel, THE DEVIL IN THE MARSHALSEA, won the CWA Historical Dagger in 2014 and was shortlisted for the John Creasey First Novel award. In the US, Publishers Weekly named it one of the top 10 Mystery/Thriller titles of the year.She was first introduced to the early Georgians while taking A level History. Unfortunately the course focused almost exclusively on George IIs ministerial reshuffles, a subject even George II found staggeringly dull. It was only later, on discovering Hogarth, The Beggars Opera and Moll Flanders, that she became fascinated by an often-neglected period of British history. Her favourite quote about London in the 1720s comes from a disapproving Swiss traveller, who complained that debauch runs wild with an unblushing countenance. Antonia lives in London, where she works as an editor. Review Intelligent and engrossing reading. - The Sunday TimesHodgson has again married immaculate research to the rip-roaring pace of the modern thriller and come up with a triumphant slice of historical fiction. - The Independent on Sunday[A] rip-roaring historical thriller . . . I look forward to seeing what scurries out of the dark and grimy streets in Hodgsons next masterpiece. - Daily ExpressDark, twisting and witty. Dripping with 18th century intrigue - from the slums to the palaces of London.A rattling, rakish romp through Georgian London. More please!Take a rip-roaring ride through Georgian Londons back streets with THE LAST CONFESSION OF THOMAS HAWKINS. This historical mystery by Antonia Hodgson is wonderfully atmospheric and entertaining. - Good Housekeeping[A] fun, twisting, shock riddled masterpiece that ends way too soon. As Thomas heads towards his fate, we may or may not see him again but hopefully well see much more of Antonia. - The BookbagPraise for THE DEVIL IN THE MARSHALSEA, Antonia Hodgsons first novel featuring Thomas Hawkins - . . . Long Description London, 1728. A young, well-dressed man is driven through streets of jeering onlookers to the gallows at Tyburn. They call him a murderer. But Tom Hawkins is innocent and somehow he has to prove it, before the rope squeezes the life out of him.It is, of course, all his own fault. He was happy settling down with Kitty Sparks. He should never have told the most dangerous criminal in London that he was bored and looking for adventure. He should never have offered to help, the kings mistress. And most of all, he should never have trusted the witty, calculating Queen Caroline. She has promised him a royal pardon if London, 1728. A young, well-dressed man is driven through streets of jeering onlookers to the gallows at Tyburn. They call him a murderer. But Tom Hawkins is innocent and somehow he has to prove it, before the rope squeezes the life out of him.It is, of course, all his own fault. He was happy settling down with Kitty Sparks. He should never have told the most dangerous criminal in London that he was bored and looking for adventure. He should never have offered to help, the kings mistress. And most of all, he should never have trusted the witty, calculating Queen Caroline. She has promised him a royal pardon if he holds his tongue but then again, there is nothing more silent than a hanged man... Review Quote Intelligent and engrossing reading. - The Sunday TimesHodgson has again married immaculate research to the rip-roaring pace of the modern thriller and come up with a triumphant slice of historical fiction. - The Independent on Sunday[A] rip-roaring historical thriller . . . I look forward to seeing what scurries out of the dark and grimy streets in Hodgsons next masterpiece. - Daily ExpressDark, twisting and witty. Dripping with 18th century intrigue - from the slums to the palaces of London.A rattling, rakish romp through Georgian London. More please!Take a rip-roaring ride through Georgian Londons back streets with THE LAST CONFESSION OF THOMAS HAWKINS. This historical mystery by Antonia Hodgson is wonderfully atmospheric and entertaining. - Good Housekeeping[A] fun, twisting, shock riddled masterpiece that ends way too soon. As Thomas heads towards his fate, we may or may not see him again but hopefully well see much more of Antonia. - The Bookbag Praise for THE DEVIL IN THE MARSHALSEA, Antonia Hodgsons first novel featuring Thomas Hawkins - . . . Promotional "Headline" A brilliant historical crime novel of Georgian London from the author of The Devil in the Marshalsea . Description for Sales People THE DEVIL IN THE MARSHALSEA was a Richard & Judy Book Club pick. Details ISBN1444775472 Author Antonia Hodgson Series Thomas Hawkins Year 2016 ISBN-10 1444775472 ISBN-13 9781444775471 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint Hodder Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Subtitle Thomas Hawkins Book 2 Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Language English Pages 416 Publication Date 2016-07-14 UK Release Date 2016-07-14 Audience General NZ Release Date 2016-09-12 AU Release Date 2016-09-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:151136814;

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