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A Matter of Loyalty
- A Very English Mystery, Book 3
- Narrated by: Michael Page
- Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins
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Summary
January 1954. Mists cover the hills around Selchester. Someone at the research facility known as the Atomic is leaking secrets to Soviet Russia, and when nuclear scientist Bruno Rothesay goes missing, the British Intelligence Services are convinced he's the mole. Hugo Hawksworth isn't so sure. Then a body turns up, and Hugo's instincts are proven correct. But if Rothesay wasn't selling secrets to the Soviets, who is?
As Hugo digs deeper into buried connections and unlikely coincidences, he knows there's more to this case than his London superiors believe. But following his instincts will pit him against the Establishment - and tangle him once again in the poisonous legacy of the late Lord Selchester.
As he closes in on the truth, Hugo finds himself confronted by an adversary who will stop at nothing, in a case that will prove the most personal of his career.
With a touch of Downton Abbey, a whisper of Agatha Christie and a nod to John Le Carré, A Matter Of Loyalty is the third and final book in this delightfully classic and witty murder-mystery series.
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- Gillian knox
- 26-02-18
loved it
really enjoyed the characters and the story line keeos you guessing want the series to go on
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- Bluebird
- 31-10-22
The last part of the Selchester tro
I so enjoyed the three books as I have all her books and am so sorry there are not more of them. The Selchester trilogy has left one wanting more and it was only the fact her son finished it that it was completed. Would have loved more but sadly it was not to be.
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- Richard Irwin
- 15-04-19
Good story ruined by poor performance
Accents too harsh, to clipped, not distinctive ruin an exciting story, shame. Please re-record it
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- Kent Bird Lover
- 07-04-19
Wonderful series - gentle yet enthralling mystery
I'm so sorry to have come to the end of this series. There's a very touching epilogue to explain this. The characters are very well drawn and brought to life by excellent narration. Such a shame there will be no more.
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- Pink Robin
- 21-02-24
Excellent British Murder Mystery
I really enjoyed the three Selchester novels, this being the final one. Great characters that hark back to a cold war 1950s. Very enjoyable and well performed.
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- Ian Smith
- 06-12-17
Loved this, and sad that there'll be no more
A nice continuation of the stories in the two preceding books, with the characters and their relationships developing. A mysterious disappearance, a body, suspects, an unpleasant Special Branch inspector, twists and turns... All beautifully narrated by Michael Page.
So sad to learn of the author's untimely death. She will be missed by loved ones, friends and readers. I would have loved to read the rest of the stories she had in mind for these characters, but Anselm Audley left enough pointers when he finished his mother's work to show what she probably had in mind.
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- Audsemporium Ltd
- 01-06-20
Sad last in series
I loved the 3 books in the series and understand why the son of the author is not writing anymore but will be sad not to be able to delve into the life of Hugo and friends anymore.
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- Jaye22
- 15-03-22
*Hugo is in a fix*
Intelligence officer Hugo Hawksworth is still residing at the Selchester Castle with his much younger Sister Georgia. Along with the New Earl and his two daughters
Someone is leaking secrets to the Russians and yet again there is a familiar theme where The ones at the top (in the facility they call ‘The Atomic’ where Hugo is based) think it’s a open and shut case and think they have the suspect locked up. Hugo’s senses tell him otherwise. Now he needs proof.
A body turns up and as Hugo starts to dig deep he is being blocked left right and centre. I am glad to see the old characters from the first two books including Freya and Georgia Hugo’s 13 year old sister who is wise beyond her years may be in danger as obstacles are getting in the way the closer he gets to the truth.
I found this series of book’s quite endearing. Very different to todays crime stories because these are written at a much slower pace and the main drama for me is near the end when it jumps into action action
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- Mark
- 22-04-18
Long on Narrative,Short on Action
This is, just like its 2 companion books, well read and well written. The plots are extensively researched, cleverly constructed and fiendishly engaging - saving the best for the inevitable "twist" towards the end. The English is beautifully expressed British Standard English, avoiding the trend towards mid-Atlantic or even, American English. Michael Page's characterisations are superb, his voice is exceptionally well suited for the period and his diction is excellent. This is another light-hearted, entertaining, jolly tale that's strength lies in its discriptive narrative. The action, when it comes, is maintained at a plausibly "normal" level - without the intensity of Bourne or Bond. Hugo, is no less a hero, despite his current physical, social, domestic and professional situation.
This is a fine conclusion to a tremendous little canon and I am happy to recommend all 3 as the best way to enjoy each individually.
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- boslon
- 20-06-20
Wonderful mystery trilogy, difficult narration
I've enjoyed all three books in the series and certainly appreciate that the final book was completed by the author's son (thank you!). However, I've only just endured the narration, finding the narrator's voice grating on my ears. The accents are not always convincing and the production quality is poor.
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