The Messenger of Athens

The Messenger of Athens

Postby symivisitor » 30 Aug 2007, 20:46

I thought you would be interested in this newly published novel; although set on the fictional island of 'Thiminos', the landscape and some of characters in the narrative seem very familiar!

Many of you will know Anne and her son Will, who has been working in Giorgio's this summer.

I read a proof copy a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it.

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"Captain Corelli's Mandolin meets Hercule Poirot in this evocative mystery set on a small Greek island.

Idyllic but remote, the Greek island of Thiminos seems untouched and untroubled by the modern world. When the battered body of a young woman is discovered at the foot of a cliff, the local police � governed more by archaic rules of honour than by the law � are quick to close the case, dismissing the death as an accident. Then a stranger arrives, uninvited, from Athens, announcing his intention to look into the crime he believes has been committed.

The stranger�s methods of investigation are unorthodox, and his message to the islanders is plain � tell the truth or face the consequences. Before long, he�s uncovering a tale of passion, corruption and murder. But the stranger brings his own mystery into the web of dark secrets and lies. Who has sent him to Thiminos, and on whose authority is he acting? And how does he know of dramas played out decades ago?"

Rich in images of Greece�s beautiful islands and evoking a life of which few outsiders know, this wonderful novel leads the reader into a world where the myths of the past are not forgotten and forbidden passion still has dangerous consequences."
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Postby maziemoo » 30 Aug 2007, 22:14

Thank you for this Mike...looks like this is going to be my holiday read :D !
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Postby Joanie » 30 Aug 2007, 23:00

ooh me too,i'll probably finish it on the flght to OZ
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Postby Allan » 30 Aug 2007, 23:37

Mazie, don't forget you have "Near Myths" to read too providing Mille manages to find it! ;)
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Postby maziemoo » 30 Aug 2007, 23:45

Dont worry Allan I haven't forgotten about that :)
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Postby symivisitor » 31 Aug 2007, 12:54

There were four copies of the book in my local Waterstones this morning.
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Postby Mille » 31 Aug 2007, 12:55

I wonder if it's available in Danish stores?

Sounds like a book worth reading :D
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Postby MrsMcS » 31 Aug 2007, 14:29

Have already purchased it to read on Symi :(
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Postby maziemoo » 31 Aug 2007, 14:32

Let us know what you think MrsMcS :)
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Postby MrsMcS » 31 Aug 2007, 14:35

P.S. Only �6.58 from Amazon (postage extra). It says it is a "hard cover", but it is in-between a hard back and a paper back, just in case you don't want to take a hard back on holiday due to the size and weight.
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Postby MrsMcS » 31 Aug 2007, 14:36

Will do Maziemoo :)
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Postby The Deedle » 31 Aug 2007, 15:27

Have been wondering what I can take to read, so will run out and purchase a copy. The thought of trying to hold up the hardback of Piers Morgan's second book on the beach has been making my wrists go limp.

Perhaps I could identify myself in Pat's bar by having my copy on the table. That way, you can either run or come and join me!
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Postby Joanie » 31 Aug 2007, 15:42

Yes i've just ordered it from Amazon
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Postby Allan » 31 Aug 2007, 17:45

While we're talking about books to read on holiday, can I recommend James Collins' "Jason and the Sargonauts"?

[quote="The Deedle"]

Have been wondering what I can take to read, so will run out and purchase a copy. The thought of trying to hold up the hardback of Piers Morgan's second book on the beach has been making my wrists go limp.

Perhaps I could identify myself in Pat's bar by having my copy on the table. That way, you can either run or come and join me!
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Postby Ozzie Geoff » 01 Sep 2007, 03:47

You been on the turps, Maziemoo? :geek:
You'll miss Deedle Dum by 2 days... :(

Limp wrists on Symi....never!! :o :twisted:
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Postby SymiDream » 01 Sep 2007, 07:25

Thanks for the kind words folks. I�ve ordered my copy of Anne�s book and it�s on its way as we speak. Can�t wait. :)
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Postby Adriana » 01 Sep 2007, 07:33

We also have some copies available at the Symi visitor office :D :D

The book was reviewed in the July editions of the Symi Visitor and the Halki Visitor. :P
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Postby Kojak » 01 Sep 2007, 07:33

Hello and welcome James - see you in 3 weeks!
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Postby Kon » 01 Sep 2007, 12:03

How are you james ,if we order one of the books can we get a free Symi Dream calender :D i haven't had any luck wining one :twisted: :P
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Postby Richard » 01 Sep 2007, 12:29

Sorry you haven't won anything, Kon. I feel much more confident this month
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