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The Hallmarked Man

Cormoran Strike, Book 8

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The Hallmarked Man

By: Robert Galbraith
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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'A triumph of storytelling'
Guardian

FIND OUT WHAT IS NEXT FOR STRIKE AND ROBIN

A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared.

The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault.

As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever.

A gripping, wonderfully complex novel which takes Strike and Robin's story to a new level, The Hallmarked Man is an unmissable read for any fan of this unique series.©2025 Robert Galbraith Limited (P)2025 Hachette Audio UK
Crime Thrillers Thriller & Suspense Crime Detective
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I’m starting to think the Strike/Robin romance is dragging on unrealistically. They are both smart, worldly characters and should crack on!
Needs to develop more one way or the other.

Really good story.

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Firstly hats off and a bow to Robert Glennister - he’s absolutely fabulous at reading these and I couldn’t imagine anyone else doing it. Legend.

Secondly if anyone is reading this review, I assume because this is the seventh or eighth book in the series that you have already read the others. Rest assured you will love this one just as much.

Adore this series

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I won’t give it away but the very end made me gasp! This Author loves to keep us hanging. 😂

Fabulous as usual 👌🏼

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Gosh I love these stories! great writing and man…. leave us hanging! The narrative is top- NO AI will ever do such a great job - 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Worth the whole 30 + hours

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Bloody loved it ... a great narration once again ... really interesting characters and story .... especially the main characters.... right to the end ... can't wait for the next novel !

Story highlights of Robyn & Strike

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Great story, followable, fantastic reader too - annoying to have to write a minimum amount of words to be able to submit a review

Enjoyable rollicking story

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Loved the storyline, hard to keep up with who’s who at times, so many characters. Will have to listen again to answer some of my own questions it’s a very long book.. ending meant I can’t wait for the next book… I’m old so just hope I live long enough!!!

Intricate plot line, kept me interested from start to finish

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This series feels like being with old friends now & I’m always sad when these books finish. Great story, characters & brilliant narration yet again.
Can’t wait for more….

Loved it

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Loved the continuing story and much to my surprise I enjoyed being teased about the main characters’ relationship.
I listened on Audible due to an eye injury and my wife has just purchased the book to complete the set to date. I had to use earphones so I didn’t spoil the read.
Keep encouraging reading as a developmental process for people of all ages.
Bill from Maitland NSW Australia

Enjoy the intrigue

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Engaging story.
No spoilers here.
Highly recommended.
Enjoyed on audible so I could do other things instead of hole up to read for days. It is long.

A novel novel

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