Each Tuesday, Diane at Bibliophile By the Sea shares the first part of a book that she is reading or thinking about reading. This week I'm sharing the first few paragraphs of Saturday Requiem by Nicci French. This is the 6th book in the Frieda Klein mystery series and it's not out in the US as yet. I couldn't wait and so ordered my copy from 'across the pond'. Also, you should know that I took a bit of a liberty and am sharing the first part of the first chapter. There is a prologue, but I'm choosing to skip over that. See what you think:
The wind tunnelled down the road towards Frieda Klein and the rain fell steadily. She walked through the darkness, trying to tire herself out. This time of night, the small hours when the streets were almost deserted and foxes scavenged in the bins, was when she felt London belonged to her. She reached the Strand and was about to cross over to get to the Thames when her mobile vibrated in her coat pocket. Who would ring at this time? She pulled it out and looked at the screen: Yvette Long. Detective Constable Yvette Long.
'Yvette?'
'It's Karlsson.' Yvette's voice was loud and harsh in her ear. 'He's been hurt.'
'Karlsson? What happened to him?'
'I don't know.' Yvette sounded as if she was holding back tears. 'I just heard. It's all a bit confused. Someone's been arrested, Karlsson's in hospital. He's being operated on. It sounds serious. I don't know any more. I had to call someone.'
'Which hospital?'
'St. Dunstan's.'
'I'm on my way.'
Blurb:
Thirteen years ago eighteen year old Hannah Docherty was arrested for the brutal murder of her family. It was an open and shut case and Hannah's been incarcerated in a secure hospital ever since.
When psychotherapist Frieda Klein is asked to meet Hannah and give her assessment of her she reluctantly agrees. What she finds horrifies her. Hannah has become a tragic figure, old before her time. And Frieda is haunted by the thought that Hannah might be as much of a victim as her family; that something wasn't right all those years ago.
And as Hannah's case takes hold of her, Frieda soon begins to realize that she's up against someone who'll go to any lengths to protect themselves . . .
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I've really enjoyed reading this series, penned by the husband and wife team that write as Nicci French. They have said that they plan 8 books in the series. I'm hopeful that is true. I like the characters a lot.
This is a series I haven't tried and probably should. I'm certainly intrigued by the sound of this instalment... the 'London in the early hours' scene appeals somehow.
ReplyDeleteI think you'd probably like Frieda. She's different, but these books are pretty compelling.
DeleteI'm behind on this series, which I enjoy. Thanks for the reminder, Kay.
ReplyDeleteI'm really liking this episode!
DeleteI've got FRIDAY ON MY MIND on audio to listen to so it's good to know there are more installments coming. It's an enjoyable series.
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Yes, I was glad to see the story continue too. I really like the 'Thursday' book and I wasn't quite as fond of the 'Friday' story (it was still good), but I'm liking 'Saturday' a lot too!
DeleteSounds intriguing. Another author to try. :)
ReplyDeleteFrieda is very interesting, Gayle. And these are not awfully gruesome.
DeleteNew series to me but it sounds wonderful. Very eerie and I like the psychotherapist angle as well. Here's my link for today's FCFP & TT: http://wp.me/p4DMf0-1hx
ReplyDeleteFrieda is an interesting therapist. You might try this series.
DeleteYesterday, someone shared Friday on My Mind, and I was hoping there might be more books in this series. Yay! But pooh, not available here yet. Maybe I'll try your way of getting it. Thanks for sharing, and for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteI find it very hard to wait when a new book in series is published earlier in the UK. Why do they do that? LOL
DeleteI have read this duo! Sounds good.
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying it a lot!
DeleteI stopped part way through this series and have never caught up. Perhaps one day after they've all been published, I shall have a splurge and read the entire thing... hope you enjoy this one!
ReplyDeleteYou should do that. I've liked all the books. Maybe liked the 'Thursday' one best so far, but this one is quite good.
DeleteThat opening really grabbed me. I'm not sure why, but it did. I have to read this one. Happy reading Kay.
ReplyDeleteAnother series, Margot. Days of the week. The first is Blue Monday.
DeleteThis series is on my must-read list and I even have the first book. Thanks for reminding me.
ReplyDeleteI've not heard of this series but this sounded good. Girl Who Reads
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed a lot of Nicci French books. I haven't read any in this series but this one sounds good! Can't wait to hear the full review!
ReplyDeleteI do like her books and from that intro, I'd read more.
ReplyDeleteIf these are characters you love, I'm sure this news is shocking. Hope the book delivers for you.
ReplyDeleteI skipped the prologue in my featured book this week too. I haven't read any of their books, but I know they are a well liked team of authors.
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