Murder At The Folly

Arnold Landon #10

by Roy Lewis

A ruthless new boss shakes up Arnold’s quiet life at the council.

From the moment Karen Stannard comes striding in the door, Arnold Landon knows his workplace will never be the same.

Now, he is saddled with a project he never wanted: the Ridgeway Viking Trust. Its shady leaders tell him there’s treasure buried in the rolling Northumberland Hills — they just need one more payout to reach it.

But is there more to the Trust than meets the eye?

Muck-raking journalist Alan Crickley seems to think so. He’s got the scent of corruption and he’s on the trail . . .

Until the day he drives his car into a ditch, a stone’s throw from the dig.

A coincidence? An accident? Or something more sinister?

Genres: Fiction

278 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

John Royston Lewis, who published his fiction under the name Roy Lewis, was a prominent English crime writer who wrote more than 60 novels. He was also a teacher, and he taught Law for 10 years before being appointed as One of Her Majesty’s Inspectors of Further & Higher Education. He lived in the north of England where many of his novels are set.

Lewis is also the author of several law texts, which he published under the name J.R. Lewis.

Librarian's note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Reviews

[Bionic Jean · Rating 1 out of 5]

Disappointing. There was potential to develop an interesting thread about a Viking boat burial, but instead the author fixated on committee wrangling.

[David Marten · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another well researched Arnold Landon Mystery

Arnold is building a strong reputation as an amateur archaeologist and has won respect of professionals in that field. As the books progress he is moved from department to department as his bosses are generally incompetent and do not like Arnold unwittingly getting the Limelight. At the end of this book he looks set for another move as his latest boss, a glamorous Lesbian, feels threatened by him and believes, unfairly that he is after her job as the Deputy Director. As usual Roy Lewis keeps you guessing and wanting to turn the pages.

[mary ann mcmullen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arnold Landon Mystery Series is a Joy

I love this series! I love the way the stories build, how there are several stories developing within the main story, and how the characters develop in each succeeding story. In the first story, Arnold presents as a quiet, hesitant, and reticent character at first. As you come to know him, and his passion for the past, he becomes more interesting, complex and substantial. You begin to understand him and rejoice in his successes and growth. There are mysteries from the past and the present to solve and Arnold and his friends are very good at it by hook or by crook!

[Sheila Hersey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really like this author

I really enjoy all of Mr Lewis's books. Eric Ward is my favorite leading man but stories with Mr Landon as the main character are catching up. He is becoming more likeable , not so mild anymore & the plots appear to have become more intricate as I read each new book.

[Sherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a fun mystery. It resounded with me. I loved the rendition of the main character, Arnold Landon and grew very fond of him by the end of the book. This book is listed as a cozy historical mystery and it is every bit of it's genre. I think it's my new favorite genre and I can't wait to read another by this author.

[david bell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shame the end was an anticlimax.

Great start to the book, the plot carried on well developing the character's. The end seemed somewhat rushed though with some of the books main character's not featuring in the finish.

[Mr Kenneth L Mullen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story

Another great story by Roy Lewis featuring Arnold Landon and probably the best yet. Lots of interesting characters and plenty of intrigue with a great ending.Looking forward to reading more.

[Janet Kuchler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable

The author recreates diverse paths for the reader to follow --some go no where but hidden beneath the obvious is the real answer. Sit back and be prepared to be entertained.

[Peggy J. Chambley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Roy Lewis is a great Arthur. I have enjoyed all of his different series.

[G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic Arnold Landon mystery! The plot and characters are intricate and descriptive. It's hard to wait for the next book in the series!

[Reginald Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read.

I have read all of Roy Lewis's books this book is not a lot different than his other books, I enjoy the technical detail, I also think that Arnold is growing stronger he now stands up for himself a lovely character. I enjoyed this book immensely, can't wait to read the next.

[patricia c.bullock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent, next please.

Each book offers a new area to learn new subjects. Arnold
London is an intriguing character as are those he meets along the way. Beautifully written.

[Alžběta · Rating 5 out of 5]

In "Murder at the Folly" the Arnold Landon series continues with another cracking case, as always brimming with fascinating historical insight, this time about Vikings.

[Bells Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A follow the money mystery and a Viking burial site lands Arnold Landon in a mess with his new boss.