A Case of Fear and Favour by Sally Smith – Signed Hardback

A Case of Fear and Favour by Sally Smith | Signed Hardback

Pre-order a signed hardback copy of A Case of Fear and Favour by Sally Smith, a new historical mystery in The Trials of Gabriel Ward series.

Published by Raven Books, this gripping addition to the series promises an intriguing combination of crime, historical atmosphere and mystery. An impossible theft and a body in the library set the scene for another compelling case.

Book Details

• Title: A Case of Fear and Favour

• Author: Sally Smith

• Series: The Trials of Gabriel Ward

• Edition: Signed Copy

• Format: Hardback

• Signed by: Sally Smith

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

• Imprint: Raven Books

• ISBN: 9781526697431

• Pages: 368

• Publication Date: 28 January 2027

• Availability: Pre-Order

About the Book

An impossible theft. A body in the library...

A Case of Fear and Favour brings readers back to the world of The Trials of Gabriel Ward, the historical mystery series by Sally Smith.

With an intriguing crime at its heart and a setting rich in historical atmosphere, this new instalment offers an enticing prospect for readers who enjoy traditional mysteries, historical detective fiction and carefully crafted puzzles.

Perfect for fans of Sally Smith, British historical crime fiction and classic whodunnits, this signed hardback is a wonderful addition to any mystery lover's bookshelf.

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Publication date: 28 January 2027.

A priceless medieval book has been stolen from the Inner Temple. The librarian has been murdered at his desk. Once again, Sir Gabriel Ward KC must provide answers.

Gabriel meanwhile is preparing to represent a tiny sweetshop in Brighton brought to the brink of ruin by the postponed coronation of King Edward VII. Winning the case will save the sweetshop and change the law for ever. Yet for once he does not object to being pressed into acting as detective, because another miscarriage of justice may be on the cards.

The Temple authorities already have their prime suspects: Jitendra Shah, an Indian law student, and Lesley Roberts, the scandalously female assistant librarian, neither of whom fit the profile of a 'true' member of the Temple. Both were in the library at the time the murder must have taken place. Each claims not to have seen the other. At least one of them must be lying. But does this make them a killer?

Gabriel is convinced there is far more to this case than meets the eye. And in matters of murder, Gabriel is very seldom wrong…