Sawbones by Catherine Johnson (English) Paperback Book

Description: Sawbones by Catherine Johnson "Gentlemen!" William McAdam addressed the room, a knife in each hand. "Your watches, please! I guarantee you the fastest amputation ever performed anywhere in the world..." FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "Gentlemen!" William McAdam addressed the room, a knife in each hand. "Your watches, please! I guarantee you the fastest amputation ever performed anywhere in the world..."Sixteen-year-old Ezra McAdam has much to be thankful for: trained up as an apprentice by a well-regarded London surgeon, Ezras knowledge of human anatomy and skill at the dissection table will secure him a trade for life. However, his world is turned on its head when a failed break-in at his masters house sets off a strange and disturbing series of events that involves grave robbing, body switching ... and murder. Sparky, persuasive young Loveday Finch, daughter of the late Mr Charles Finch, magician, employs Ezra to investigate her fathers death - and there are marked similarities between his corpse and the others. The mystery takes Ezra and Loveday from the Operating Theatre at St Barts to the desolate wasteland of Coldbath Fields; from the streets of Clerkenwell to the dark, damp vaults of Newgate Prison; and finally to the shadowy and forbidding Ottoman Embassy, which seems to be the key to it all... Notes From the award-winning author of A Nest Of Vipers comes a gripping forensic crime thriller set in 18th century London. Expect plenty of grave-robbing, body switching... and murder. Author Biography Catherine Johnson is an award-winning writer of Welsh/African Caribbean descent, now living in Hastings in East Sussex. Her novels for children include Stella, The Dying Game, Arctic Hero, selected for Booked Up 2009 and A Nest of Vipers, shortlisted for the UKLA Award 2009. She lectures in creative writing at London Metropolitan University and is a Trustee of The Reading Agency. She works regularly with children and teachers in primary schools and libraries across the UK. Review Often gory and gruesome, this tale is perfect for readers who love crime stories. * The Week Junior * It was a wonderful setting in terms of location and era and Catherine Johnson really captures the more gruesome elements of body dissection and life in the 18th century. I loved the fiery nature of Loveday and her enthusiastic nature that was sort of infectious as I read. . . A great read for fans of historic style novels and a real mystery adventure that I truly enjoyed * Sister Spooky * Her best thus far...an exciting and satisfying read * Carousel * Cleverly constructed, rich in atmosphere and truly exciting. * The School Librarian * An enjoyable tale. * Books for Keeps * Historical fiction with a gruesome twist. * The Independent supp. * [Reminiscent of] Jamila Gavins Coram Boy * The Independent * Both original and informative . . . the wealth of detail never slows what is a tightly woven plot * Historical Novel Society * Both thought-provoking and accessible, this is an impressive historical adventure. * * Catherine Johnson has penned a clever historical novel that provides a fascinating insight into an aspect of the 18th century * * Details ISBN140634057X Author Catherine Johnson Year 2013 ISBN-10 140634057X ISBN-13 9781406340570 Media Book Publication Date 2013-10-03 Pages 240 Audience Age 12 Publisher Walker Books Ltd Imprint Walker Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Birth 1962 Language English Format Paperback Illustrator Jim Kay Audience Children/Juvenile UK Release Date 2013-10-03 AU Release Date 2013-10-03 NZ Release Date 2013-10-03 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:76866185;

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