Murder in Transit
The bestselling Victorian mystery series
(Author) Edward MarstonOn a dark, brooding evening on the Isle of Wight, Agnes Raybould and her companion find themselves an empty first-class compartment on the train. But before long a middle-aged man, clearly in high spirits after dining at his club, joins them, and begins a conversation. His name is Edwin Blanchard - and within moments of the train leaving the station, Agnes and her accomplice strangle him . Detective Inspector Colbeck is called to Scotland Yard immediately and is given details of the violent murder by Tallis. Both Colbeck and Sergeant Leeming are swiftly despatched to Queen Victoria's favourite country home on the island to find out exactly what took place on that dreadful, eery night.
Edward Marston
Edward Marston is a prolific British author known for his historical mysteries and crime novels. His most notable works include the Railway Detective series, the Domesday series, and the Elizabethan theater series. Marston's writing is characterized by meticulous historical research, intricate plots, and well-developed characters.
Marston's contributions to literature include bringing historical settings to life with vivid detail and creating engaging mysteries that keep readers hooked until the very end. His impact on the historical mystery genre is significant, as he has inspired many other authors to explore different time periods in their own works.
One of Marston's most famous works is the first book in the Railway Detective series, "The Railway Detective," which follows the adventures of Inspector Robert Colbeck as he solves crimes on the expanding railway network of Victorian England. This series has gained a wide readership and critical acclaim for its unique blend of history and mystery.