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The Bookseller

DS Cross, Book 7

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The Bookseller

By: Tim Sullivan
Narrated by: Finlay Robertson
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Bloomsbury presents The Bookseller by Tim Sullivan, read by Finlay Robertson.

SOMEONE'S ABOUT TO TURN THEIR LAST PAGE...

'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS

THE SETTING
The body of a bookseller is discovered, lying in a pool of blood in his Bristol bookshop. Police have one question: how did the man meet such a violent, murderous end in this peaceful place?

THE CONFLICT
DS Cross’s ability to dismiss red herrings is challenged by a worrying development in his personal life. Hopelessly distracted, he needs to rely on those around him in a way he has never been comfortable doing before.

THE MURDER PLOT
It may be a quiet profession, but it’s full of passionate, ambitious characters who know the value of a rare book. Their extensive reading means they also know how to get away with murder.

But is that enough to fool the tenacious DS George Cross?

Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Peter James and Joy Ellis, this is the seventh book in the bestselling series, which can be enjoyed in any order.

ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES
#1 THE DENTIST
#2 THE CYCLIST
#3 THE PATIENT
#4 THE POLITICIAN
#5 THE MONK
#6 THE TEACHER
#7 THE BOOKSELLER
#8 THE TAILOR

CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIES
THE LOST BOYS
THE EX-WIFE
THE HUNTER

©2025 Tim Sullivan (P)2025 Bloomsbury Publishing Plc.
Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Suspense Thriller & Suspense Crime Murder
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Enjoy the introduction of a new challenge for DI Cross' attempt to maintain a "no change" life

Great Mystery with Developing Characters

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Love all these DI cross novels, particularly because of all the characters I’ve got to know.

DI Cross and his persistence is brilliant.

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George Cross would have to be my favourite fictional character and along with Lottie, Alice and Swift, make up such a diverse cast who compliment each other perfectly. I usually prefer the storyline of crime thrillers the most but in this series I enjoy the character’s storyline’s just as much as the rest of the book. I really hope there will be more in this series to continue to enjoy, I feel as though I know George and am not ready to let go!

Loved it!

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I honestly think this has become my favourite detective series. I'm itching for another 20 books in the series right now because they're so enjoyable to listen too particularly.
10/10 recommend

another brilliant in the series

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Having listed to the whole series so far, I highly recommend it to fans of the genre. The author has clearly learnt more about ASD during the evolution of these books and hasn’t hesitated to let his writing reflect that. George is a delight, and the author paints him compassionately. Although sometimes laugh out loud funny, we don’t laugh at George, more at our own preconceptions. The plots are engaging and the pace is far more realistic (I suspect) in that sometimes months pass without much progress. The supporting cast are engaging and believable. Five stars.

I have binged this series and can’t wait for more

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Can’t wait for the next DS Cross mystery. Well written and well delivered. Characters are well developed.

Another Great Book

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The growth in Georges behaviours and understanding from previous stories. A complex and exciting tale, easy to listen to and well read by narrator.

Great story

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This series continues to improve, if that’s even possible. Another blindingly good crime story. Excellent narration.

Winner!

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as good as always ...love hearing from these much loved characters again. did not disappoint

another great DS Cross read

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I love all the characters & the writing style of Sullivan.
I’ve listened to all the novels in the series & I have thoroughly enjoy them all.

DS Cross my favourite detective.

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