Faith, Love and Murder debut novel by Newbury writer
Murder-mystery fans celebrated the first novel by Newbury writer Nick Card at a launch party at The Bacon Arms on Saturday, November 11.
The book Faith, Love and Murder is published by Newbury-based Viking Bay and is now on sale.
Viking Bay also publishes Newbury authors Sarah Roberts, Ruth Masters and Carolyn Jones.
Nick is a published poet and playwright who has written several plays for Newbury Dramatic Society, and has enjoyed success further afield, from London to the Edinburgh Festival.
His debut novel centres around an intriguing murder investigation led by feisty detective Fran Jacobs.
“I want to take readers on a rollercoaster ride that shocks and surprises, but also asks questions to help open the doors of their perception - a 'whodunnit' with a little extra,” says the author.
Having already written poetry, as well as material for stage and screen, a novel was a natural outlet for Nick’s imagination.
“I hope I have created a book that balances intrigue and twists with soul searching character development.”
Faith, Love and Murder can be purchased in hardback or paperback, exclusively from the publisher, at www.vikingbay.co.uk
Religion and romance are central themes of the story, which is set in the fictional county of Havantshire – which shares some similarities with Newbury and the surrounding area.