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Yorkshire Murder Mysteries #8-14
Detective Michael Angel: Books 8-14
In this 7-book box set:
BOOK 8: THE MISSING MILLIONAIRE
Wheelchair-bound Joshua Gumme has the Midas touch — in business, love and cards. That is, until his body is found floating in the River Don. Who killed him and why?
BOOK 9: THE MISSING THIEF
Two victims. One ultra-glamorous thief spotted fleeing the scene. Who is the mystery woman in the raincoat? And what is she running from? It’s up to DI Angel to piece it all together before the killer strikes again.
BOOK 10: FIND THE LADY
Can Angel find the lady in the blue dress? She’s already killed once. Witnesses swear they saw her at the grisly scene. But Angel knows that’s not possible. His prime suspect is in a portrait. And it’s over sixty years old.
BOOK 11: THE MISSING MODEL
Wigmaker Peter Wolff is found dead in his workshop. The place has been burned, leaving no clues, no DNA and no motive. Can Angel unravel the mystery of Wolff’s murder before anyone else pays the ultimate price?
BOOK 12: MURDER IN BARE FEET
Millionaire Charles Pleasant is shot dead in a scrapyard. Near the spent handgun shells, Angel finds one crucial clue: a print left by a bare foot. Who killed the playboy millionaire? And why ever weren’t they wearing shoes?
BOOK 13: THE MISSING HUSBAND
Wealthy Selina Line marries a man she hardly knows. Then she vanishes. Who stands to gain from her demise if not her new husband? There’s just one complication. As Angel soon realises, Selina’s husband never existed.
BOOK 14: THE CUCKOO CLOCK MURDERS
A writer is murdered on a lonely retreat. In his bed, the killer left a shocking something . . . And that’s not all. Wherever Angel goes, there’s a cuckoo clock. An unlikely coincidence or a threat he shouldn’t ignore?
BOOK 8: THE MISSING MILLIONAIRE
Wheelchair-bound Joshua Gumme has the Midas touch — in business, love and cards. That is, until his body is found floating in the River Don. Who killed him and why?
BOOK 9: THE MISSING THIEF
Two victims. One ultra-glamorous thief spotted fleeing the scene. Who is the mystery woman in the raincoat? And what is she running from? It’s up to DI Angel to piece it all together before the killer strikes again.
BOOK 10: FIND THE LADY
Can Angel find the lady in the blue dress? She’s already killed once. Witnesses swear they saw her at the grisly scene. But Angel knows that’s not possible. His prime suspect is in a portrait. And it’s over sixty years old.
BOOK 11: THE MISSING MODEL
Wigmaker Peter Wolff is found dead in his workshop. The place has been burned, leaving no clues, no DNA and no motive. Can Angel unravel the mystery of Wolff’s murder before anyone else pays the ultimate price?
BOOK 12: MURDER IN BARE FEET
Millionaire Charles Pleasant is shot dead in a scrapyard. Near the spent handgun shells, Angel finds one crucial clue: a print left by a bare foot. Who killed the playboy millionaire? And why ever weren’t they wearing shoes?
BOOK 13: THE MISSING HUSBAND
Wealthy Selina Line marries a man she hardly knows. Then she vanishes. Who stands to gain from her demise if not her new husband? There’s just one complication. As Angel soon realises, Selina’s husband never existed.
BOOK 14: THE CUCKOO CLOCK MURDERS
A writer is murdered on a lonely retreat. In his bed, the killer left a shocking something . . . And that’s not all. Wherever Angel goes, there’s a cuckoo clock. An unlikely coincidence or a threat he shouldn’t ignore?
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Published May 12, 2021
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Roger Silverwood
78 books86 followersThe Yorkshire author writes crime stories about Detective Inspector Michael Angel who lives a fairly happy existence with his wife Mary in the town of Bromersley in South Yorkshire.
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September 8, 2021
I agree with some of the poor reviews that there are inconsistencies, and a lot of similes, BUT overall I have thoroughly enjoyed all the Michael Angel books that I have read so far (Books 1 to 14 read, and just ordered books 15 to 21). As I read the books, I came to terms with the way that the author writes, which is in a fairly individual style, and overall I really enjoyed the whole series. As I read quite quickly, I have read the first 14 books consecutively, and found that as I finished one book, I immediately wanted to start the next.
These are straight forward ‘Policeman solves crime’ novels, with no deep, insightful psychological analysis or subplots involving romantic trysts or family crises - easy to read, but hard to put down
These are straight forward ‘Policeman solves crime’ novels, with no deep, insightful psychological analysis or subplots involving romantic trysts or family crises - easy to read, but hard to put down
June 23, 2021
UNfortunately I didn't enjoy these books as much as I had expected. Not only did Michael Angel keep rushing here and there - very rarely he dashed, but he never seemed to hurry, or stride, or even run - but there was a sad lack of knowledge of police procedure and information available. For instance in one book a bullet is taken from a body, but it is noted that as this was fired from a very commonly found gun it would not be possible to identify the exact weapon. Of course, it is well known that each gun has a different rifling mark that is left on a bullet, so they can be identified as easily as a fingerprint. Similar errors were only too common, so the books lacked credibility. A shame, because the plots were good and the stories could have been really enjoyable were they better written.
July 14, 2021
Additing
I am enjoying this series very much. Entertaining and an easy read. Very interesting cases and plot twists that have kept my interest to the end of the book. I will keep reading as long as Roger Silverwood keeps writing?
I am enjoying this series very much. Entertaining and an easy read. Very interesting cases and plot twists that have kept my interest to the end of the book. I will keep reading as long as Roger Silverwood keeps writing?
September 16, 2022
Angel always gets his man
I enjoyed this set of DI Michael Ángel stories. Roger Silverwood twists together a number of trails to which Angel has to unravel and decide which trail fits which culprit. In each case Angel establishes some facts and then relies on his "Detective" instincts to guide him to the culprit/s. Nice easy reading through my enjoyable. Could easily see Angel, Superintendent Harker, DS's Gawber & Crisp plus DC Ahmed becoming a great TV series. Worth a read
I enjoyed this set of DI Michael Ángel stories. Roger Silverwood twists together a number of trails to which Angel has to unravel and decide which trail fits which culprit. In each case Angel establishes some facts and then relies on his "Detective" instincts to guide him to the culprit/s. Nice easy reading through my enjoyable. Could easily see Angel, Superintendent Harker, DS's Gawber & Crisp plus DC Ahmed becoming a great TV series. Worth a read
January 12, 2023
Box Set 8-14, Inspector Angel, author Roger Silverwood - These short novels (less than 300 pages) keep your interest and give a glimpse of Yorkshire, England. A nice diversion. Inspector Angel is top detective in his town. He always finds the bad guy or gal, sometimes with unusual techniques. The seven books are:
8-Missing Millionaire, 9-Missing Thief, 10-Find the Lady, 11-Missing Model, 12-Murder in Bare Feet,
13-Missing Husband, 14- Cuckoo Clock Murder. All are excellent reads. The 3rd box set 15-29 is available. I’ll be reading it next.
8-Missing Millionaire, 9-Missing Thief, 10-Find the Lady, 11-Missing Model, 12-Murder in Bare Feet,
13-Missing Husband, 14- Cuckoo Clock Murder. All are excellent reads. The 3rd box set 15-29 is available. I’ll be reading it next.
January 16, 2024
Brilliant Michael Angel
I absolutely love these books and adore Michael Angel. He is a gruff character that has the earned respect of everyone (except his Superintendent Harker). He solves all his cases but the last one of this box set really flummoxed him and he wasn’t 100% certain that he was going to manage it. However, as per, he gets his man (men) and lives (although only just) to crime fight another day!!
I absolutely love these books and adore Michael Angel. He is a gruff character that has the earned respect of everyone (except his Superintendent Harker). He solves all his cases but the last one of this box set really flummoxed him and he wasn’t 100% certain that he was going to manage it. However, as per, he gets his man (men) and lives (although only just) to crime fight another day!!
August 27, 2021
A really good detective series.
In order to do his job properly the embattled Mike Angel has to work around the incompetent, stingy boss of the Nick, Hawker.
Using various subterfuge, he has built for himself the uncomfortable reputation of always getting his villain in murder cases.
In order to do his job properly the embattled Mike Angel has to work around the incompetent, stingy boss of the Nick, Hawker.
Using various subterfuge, he has built for himself the uncomfortable reputation of always getting his villain in murder cases.
September 3, 2021
Michael Angel's Sword of Justice.
A well told tale of a tenacious police officer who ultimately always gets his man.
What with cuckoo clocks, dead pigs, murder most foul, and a senior officer who is the ultimate jobsworth, he has much to contend with. And despite all the odds, he gets there in end.
A well told tale of a tenacious police officer who ultimately always gets his man.
What with cuckoo clocks, dead pigs, murder most foul, and a senior officer who is the ultimate jobsworth, he has much to contend with. And despite all the odds, he gets there in end.
July 12, 2021
Mystery, suspense, laughter
Couldn't put this series down. Whenever I woke in the night my kindle was in my hand and I had to read 1 or 2 chapters. Trouble is my days are passing quickly during Covid and I really must begin to do some housework!
Couldn't put this series down. Whenever I woke in the night my kindle was in my hand and I had to read 1 or 2 chapters. Trouble is my days are passing quickly during Covid and I really must begin to do some housework!
July 25, 2021
Angel intrigue.
I’ll never tire of the antics of this Detective. Intrigue, humour, sarcasm and last but not least, successful teamwork from Detective Angels team when their cases are solved.
I’ll never tire of the antics of this Detective. Intrigue, humour, sarcasm and last but not least, successful teamwork from Detective Angels team when their cases are solved.
August 6, 2021
Enjoyable mysteries
I found these books easy to read, well written, clever plots and hard to put down. Interesting variety of characters who made up a fascinating team. And even made me smile on a number of occasions.
I found these books easy to read, well written, clever plots and hard to put down. Interesting variety of characters who made up a fascinating team. And even made me smile on a number of occasions.
August 21, 2021
I really enjoyed these books. Not too heavy or violent. I live in Wakefield so knew some of the places mentioned. I liked trying to work out the clues, not that I got many of them. I would recommend these books
December 3, 2021
Roger Silverwood
I’ve read all the series from 8- 14 and never lost interest The mysteries were as exciting from one book to another.
Thank you for
keeping me busy during COVID
I’ve read all the series from 8- 14 and never lost interest The mysteries were as exciting from one book to another.
Thank you for
keeping me busy during COVID
June 22, 2023
great reads
Good character development. Plots develop very nicely over time. Love to this series and am continuing with the rest. Really like British crime novel and these don’t disappoint.
Good character development. Plots develop very nicely over time. Love to this series and am continuing with the rest. Really like British crime novel and these don’t disappoint.
March 10, 2024
The flood of adjectives
While the diversity of characters is refreshing the flood of details makes reading tedious. The storylines are interesting, but too easy for the reader to discern.
While the diversity of characters is refreshing the flood of details makes reading tedious. The storylines are interesting, but too easy for the reader to discern.
June 1, 2021
Enjoyable reads with good plots
June 6, 2021
Interesting end
Clever, lots of different threads.
I will look for more from this author. I like the DI. He’s human and has a heart.
Clever, lots of different threads.
I will look for more from this author. I like the DI. He’s human and has a heart.
June 13, 2021
Good stories
I have already read the first seven in the series and just finished the next seven. Good stories though the jokes weren't so bad this time but still not needed.
I have already read the first seven in the series and just finished the next seven. Good stories though the jokes weren't so bad this time but still not needed.
July 2, 2021
Really excelent
A very readable set of characters solving believable crimes in an intriguing way. Well worth reading. I would like to read more.
A very readable set of characters solving believable crimes in an intriguing way. Well worth reading. I would like to read more.
July 16, 2021
Easy enjoyable reading
I loved reading both series of the Detective Angel books. Lots of twists and turns kept it interesting and enjoyable. Really liked the characters portrayed.
I loved reading both series of the Detective Angel books. Lots of twists and turns kept it interesting and enjoyable. Really liked the characters portrayed.
August 19, 2021
Very entertaining
A very enjoyable series, great sayings, unusual storylines, comical, not gory, I like the bits with his wife in, very human
A very enjoyable series, great sayings, unusual storylines, comical, not gory, I like the bits with his wife in, very human
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August 29, 2021good read exciting
September 25, 2021
Don't bother
Difficult to rate something that a child of 5 could have written. That is another few hours of my life I won't get back!
Difficult to rate something that a child of 5 could have written. That is another few hours of my life I won't get back!
October 1, 2021
Michael Angel 8-14
Brilliant. Love these stories. Clever and very funny too. Very entertaining.couldn't put down. Well done Roger Silverwood.
Read 14 of them now
Brilliant. Love these stories. Clever and very funny too. Very entertaining.couldn't put down. Well done Roger Silverwood.
Read 14 of them now
November 1, 2021
Detective Angel
This series of books have been excellent, I actually read them back to back, followings the lives of the team solving the crimes has been entertaining.
This series of books have been excellent, I actually read them back to back, followings the lives of the team solving the crimes has been entertaining.
December 18, 2021
Good read
Enjoyed this book, however I found the repeated wrinkling of the nose a bit annoying other than that quite enjoyable
Enjoyed this book, however I found the repeated wrinkling of the nose a bit annoying other than that quite enjoyable
January 27, 2022
Enjoyable read
Good plots, easy to read and plausible. Amusing in places and the endings are believable. Very enjoyable. Would make a good TV series!
Good plots, easy to read and plausible. Amusing in places and the endings are believable. Very enjoyable. Would make a good TV series!
March 4, 2022
Another highly entertaining and engrossing set of books in the Detective Michael Angel series.
I sincerely recommend these books to anyone who enjoys a good crime mystery ++++++++++
I sincerely recommend these books to anyone who enjoys a good crime mystery ++++++++++
April 9, 2022
Detective Michael Angel
Excellent read! Loved the pig in the bed!
Well written and very morish.
Good bedtime reading, easy to sleep afterwards.
Excellent read! Loved the pig in the bed!
Well written and very morish.
Good bedtime reading, easy to sleep afterwards.
June 1, 2022
An enjoyable light hearted read.
Detective Angel would make a good Tv series with humour and interesting cases. I will now be moving on to box set 3.
Detective Angel would make a good Tv series with humour and interesting cases. I will now be moving on to box set 3.
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