New York Times Bestseller
“Readers who can’t get enough of Maisie Dobbs . . . or Hester Latterly . . . are bound to be caught up in the adventures of Bess Crawford.”
—New York Times Book Review
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(hc) 9780062015723 - Subsidiary Rights: First Serial, UK, Translation: William Morrow; Audio, Dramatic: Jane Chelius Literary Agency
- On Sale: 1/2/2013
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- pb 9780062015730 $14.99 ($16.99)
- 288 pages; 5 5/16 x 8
- Model ISBN: 9780062015716
Bitter Truth, A
- An Unmarked Grave hit the extended New York Times bestseller list, the first Bess Crawford mystery to do so.
- Reviewers have praised the Bess Crawford series. Publishers Weekly gave A Bitter Truth a starred review and called it "outstanding," and the New York Times Book Review called An Impartial Witness "remarkable."
- William Morrow will publish The Walnut Tree, a Christmas novella featuring characters from the Bess Crawford Series, by Charles Todd in November 2012.
- The next Inspector Ian Rutledge novel will be published in December 2012 by William Morrow in hardcover.
- The paperback includes a P.S. section with additional insights from the author, background material, suggestions for further reading, and more.
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The Walnut Tree
Charles Todd
- Hardcover
- 9780062236999
- 10/30/2012
- $16.99 ($18.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
The Walnut Tree LP
Charles Todd
- Large Print
- 9780062238382
- 10/30/2012
- $16.99 ($18.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
Unmarked Grave LP, An
Charles Todd
- Large Print
- 9780062128324
- 6/19/2012
- $24.99 ($27.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
An Impartial Witness
Charles Todd
- Trade PB
- 9780061791796
- 8/16/2011
- $14.99 ($16.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
A Duty to the Dead
Charles Todd
- Trade PB
- 9780061791772
- 8/17/2010
- $14.99 ($16.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
A Matter of Justice
Charles Todd
- Trade PB
- 9780061233609
- 12/8/2009
- $14.99 ($16.99 Can.)
- Marketing Code: AV
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Proof of Guilt
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- Hardcover
- 9780062015686
- 1/29/2013
- $25.99 ($27.99)
Proof of Guilt LP
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- Large Print
- 9780062222831
- 1/29/2013
- $25.99 ($27.99)
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"A wonderful new mystery series that will let us see the horrors of World War I through the eyes of Bess Crawford, a battlefield nurse."
- Margaret Maron
"Todd's novels are known for compelling plotting with a thoughtful whodunit aspect, rich characterization, evocative prose and haunting atmosphere."
- Richmond Times-Dispatch
"Bess Crawford is a strong and likable character."
- Washington Times
"Todd employs all the elements of a satisfying cozy mystery, with an absorbing plot and a charismatic heroine that will leave the reader wanting more."
- Library Journal
"Highly recommended-well-rounded, believable characters, a multi-layered plot solidly based on human nature, all authentically set in the England of 1917, make A Bitter Truth an outstanding and riveting read."
- Stephanie Laurens, New York Times bestselling author
"Outstanding."
- Publishers Weekly (starred review) on A Bitter Truth
"Outstanding"
- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Find some cures for the post-Downton Abbey blues ... Charles Todd has been producing a series of highly praised detective novels set in the years immediately after World War I."
- Tulsa World Scene
"Engaging.highly recommended for fans of wartime mysteries, plucky women sleuths like Maisie Dobbs, and the DOWNTON ABBEY television series."
- Library Journal
"Charles Todd has demonstrated mastery over this period of history"
- New York Journal of Books
"One of the best the Todds have ever written."
- Star News Online
"Vivid period mystery series."
- New York Times Book Review on AN UNMARKED GRAVE
"Melded with superbly imagined characters and memorably moving writing, Todd's latest is another triumph, rendered with grace. And with each installment, Bess' stature as a heroine to cherish soars."
- Richmond Times-Dispatch
'Todd has a sharp eye for scene and character, and he surrounds his leading lady with a lively cast."
- Washington Times