Conversations with an Octopus
An addictive and cosy crime novel about female rage
(Author) Rebecca Smith'Mysterious deaths, an intuitive octopus, and colourful characters in a Devonshire seaside town, make this an unmissable read' Tamar Hodes 'Utterly addictive from the first page' Jonathan Whitelaw Diana Parks is a beautician with a temper, and she's not the only member of Ottersea WI who's had enough of bullies and slimeballs. When the body of lecherous landlord, Raj Sumal, washes up on the beach, it's up to Detectives Jim Paddon and Grace Brown to solve the mystery. They start to suspect Raj's wife, Sukhi, who likes walking on the cliffs. Meanwhile, at Ottersea Oceanworld, Jane the Octopus hears people's secrets and understands everything during a sweltering summer of strange deaths, new friendships, and a whole lot of ice cream. 'Whimsical and amusing' Faith Martin 'Wickedly subversive, sneakily funny, and then surprisingly moving' Carole Burns
Rebecca Smith
Rebecca Smith is a British novelist known for her witty and insightful portrayals of 18th-century society. Her most notable work is "The Bluebird Café," a novel that explores themes of love, loss, and redemption. Smith's writing is characterized by its sharp dialogue, vivid characterizations, and keen observations of human nature. She is considered a master of the historical fiction genre, and her works continue to influence and inspire readers and writers alike.
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