Synopses & Reviews
"Watch out for those twists—they'll get you every time."
What does one small death matter?
The body hanging from a tree in a peaceful wood appears to Detective Inspector Annie Cabbot to be a suicide. But further investigation into the sad demise of Mark Hardcastle leads to another corpse, brutally bludgeoned to death.
Suddenly the case demands the attention of Chief Inspector Alan Banks, called back from his vacation even though nothing suggests this wasn't a crime of passion followed by remorse and self-destruction. Shocking revelations broaden the inquiry to unexpected places and seats of power. And a stubborn policeman who will not be frightened away could lose everything in one terrifying, explosive instant.
In this masterful novel of psychological suspense, Peter Robinson delves once again into the dark recesses of the human mind and shows what can happen when evil rests there.
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“Robinson shows a deft hand at using forensic science, conflict between characters, and recurring series themes. Another winner from one of Britains established A-listers.” Booklist on All the Colors of Darkness
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“As much thriller as crime story...solid...Robinson deftly integrates the requisite espionage element with his regular cast. The unexpected cliffhanger will assure readers that this chapter in Bankss life is far from over.” Publishers Weekly on All the Colors of Darkness
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“Best-selling author Robinson branches out into new territory in what may be his best novel yet.” Library Journal on All the Colors of Darkness
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“A well-written, thought-provoking continuation of our relationship with characters who inhabit the same world of darkness, accident, and concern that we all do.” Cleveland Plain Dealer on All the Colors of Darkness
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“Smoothly blends aspects of the spy thriller into what seems to be a murder-suicide....Robinson doesnt miss a beat....All the Colors of Darkness is another example of Robinsons seamless, insightful storytelling.” South Florida Sun Sentinel on All the Colors of Darkness
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“Smart, absorbing detective series....[Robinsons] latest novel about Yorkshire detectives Alan Banks and Annie Cabbot is every bit as captivating as its predecessors....Youll be eagerly awaiting their next adventure.” Miami Herald on All the Colors of Darkness
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“Robinson pulls the reader in from the first page of this tightly plotted story and the vividly drawn characters only enhance the pleasures of this fine novel. All the Colors of Darkness is the 18th mystery in the multiple-award-winning Alan Banks seriesand its one of the best.” Mystery Scene on All the Colors of Darkness
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“Robinsons deft handling of psychological anguish makes this exploration of ‘jealousy, betrayal, envy, ambition, greed, lust, revengeall the colors of darkness an outstanding addition to this distinguished series.” The Strand on All the Colors of Darkness
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“An intricate thriller.” Suspense Magazine on All the Colors of Darkness
Synopsis
New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-winning author Peter Robinson delivers a gripping novel of jealousy, betrayal, envy, ambition, greed, lust, revenge--all the colors of darkness that lead inevitably to murder.
In a world of terror and uncertainty, what does one small death matter?
The body hanging from a tree in a peaceful wood appears to Detective Inspector Annie Cabbot to be a suicide. But further investigation into the sad demise of Mark Hardcastle leads to another corpse, brutally bludgeoned to death.
Suddenly the case demands the attention of Chief Inspector Alan Banks, called back from his vacation even though nothing suggests this wasn't a crime of passion followed by remorse and self-destruction. Shocking revelations broaden the inquiry to unexpected places and seats of power. And a stubborn policeman who will not be frightened away could lose everything in one terrifying, explosive instant.
In this masterful novel of psychological suspense, Peter Robinson delves once again into the dark recesses of the human mind and shows what can happen when evil rests there.
About the Author
One of the world's most popular and acclaimed writers, Peter Robinson grew up in the United Kingdom, and now divides his time between Toronto and England. The bestselling, award-winning author of twenty-two books in the Inspector Banks series, he has also written two short-story collections and three standalone novels. Among his many honors and prizes are the Edgar Award, the CWA (UK) Dagger in the Library Award, France's Grand Prix de Littérature Policière, Sweden's Martin Beck Award, and the Danish Palle Rosenkrantz award.