The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels: Signed Exclusive Edition
Hardback Published on: 19/01/2023
Price: £16.99
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The MESMERIZING Case of the Alperton Angels!!!
Be prepared to become obsessed in this absolute blockbuster of a thriller with so many twists and turns and jaw dropping moments that your head will be in ... READ MORE
I am addicted to this author's work- A revolution in the genre of crime writng. Twists and unreliable narrators guaranteed
A new Janice Hallett novel is starting to become the high point of every publishing year. Her books are moreish, clever, funny and operate at a pace that l... READ MORE
Wow!!
This is a truly fantastic novel! Janice Hallett has been called the successor to Agatha Christie, and with this latest offering she's certainly living up t... READ MORE
Modern gripping intriguing!
I love authors who use social media to develop their plots and inform their story telling. Hallett does this with impressive skill and creates an immersiv... READ MORE
How far will she go to uncover the truth?
I was immediately sucked in by the format of this book which, like Janice Hallett's previous novels, takes the form of a collection of emails, texts, and o... READ MORE
Couldn’t put it down!
Wow. She’s done it again. Narrating a story through transcripts, texts and emails we follow the case of the Alperton Angels. From page one you will be hook... READ MORE
A conspiracy crime thriller I could not put down!
I would class this book as a 'conspiracy crime' that is an incredibly fun read and one that made me want to create a murder board of all the evidence compl... READ MORE
Cancel all your plans when you reach the final quarter
Janice Hallett has yet again created the perfect concoction of enigma and mystery. Overflowing with unreliable narrators, jaw-dropping plot twists and a cu... READ MORE
The Clues Are There, Will You Dare Follow Where They Lead?
There's something about the way Janice Hallett lays out her stories that is bookish catnip to me. Once started I really don't want to be parted from what's... READ MORE
Alperton Angels
Fabulous, so good I couldn't put it down .
Gripping
I've just finished reading this excellent novel and I'm going to go back and start again to try to pick up clues I missed.
I have read this over a couple... READ MORE
Darker, clever, twisty!
I loved The Twyford Code so was very excited to receive a proof of Hallett's latest. The notorious case of the Alperton Angels centres around a charismatic... READ MORE
I could not put this down!
Amanda Bailey, a true crime writer, is revisiting an old crime that happened almost eighteen years ago. A baby was found in a warehouse about to be 'sacri... READ MORE
An Excellent Mystery
This was such a joy. To be honest, I wasn’t sure where I stood with Janice Hallett. I enjoyed the Appeal immensely, but I wasn’t as sold on her second nove... READ MORE
A twisty and almost interactive crime novel
Another corker of a mystery I couldn't put my finger on. Thank you to the publisher for the ARC. Twisty and mysterious and full of red herrings.
Writte... READ MORE
I HAD to finish this in one sitting.
Easily on par with The Appeal, the latest outing from Janice Hallett is another spectacularly plotted mystery which keeps you absorbed and guessing through... READ MORE
Janice Hallett does it again
I loved The Appeal and The Twyford Code. Just when I thought Janice Hallett couldn’t get any better, she did.
In my opinion this is her best book yet. ... READ MORE
A page-turning, head-scratching work of art
If you told me I wouldn’t be able to lift my nose out of a religious cult conspiracy murder mystery, in all fairness I would probably believe you. Neverthe... READ MORE
A gripping twisty treat of a novel
This is the third Janice Hallett novel I have read, and whilst it is structured in the same way as her others, (emails, transcriptions of interviews and Wh... READ MORE
Phenomenal
This is the sort of book that consumes you, when you aren't actively reading it you're thinking about it. It was absolutely phenomenal, the unique style of... READ MORE
Nothing short of genius!
It is not an understatement to say that Janice Hallett is quickly becoming one of our best ever crime writers. I am loving reading along every step of the ... READ MORE
Synopsis
Open the safe deposit box. Inside you will find research material for a true crime book. You must read the documents, then make a decision. Will you destroy them? Or will you take them to the police?
Everyone knows the story of the Alperton Angels: the cult-like group who were convinced one of their member's babies was the anti-Christ, and they had a divine mission to kill it - until the baby's mother, Holly, came to her senses and called the police. The Angels committed suicide rather than go to prison, and Holly - and the baby - disappeared into the care system.
Nearly two decades later, true-crime author Amanda Bailey is writing a book on the Angels. The Alperton baby has turned eighteen and can finally be interviewed - if Amanda can find them, it will be the true-crime scoop of the year, and will save her flagging career. But rival author Oliver Menzies is just as smart, better connected, and is also on the baby's trail. As Amanda and Oliver are forced to collaborate, they realise that what everyone thinks they know about the Angels is wrong, and the truth is something much darker and stranger than they'd ever imagined.
This story is far from over - and it won't have a happy ending.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
- ISBN: 9781800816435
- Number of pages: 432
- Dimensions: 156 x 234 x 36 mm
- Weight: 664g
- Languages: English
Customer Reviews
View allA wonderful crime puzzle to solve
Here is the latest novel from Janice Hallett and, as a reader, you have to put your amateur sleuth hat on to solve the crime she presents.
We have a key t... READ MORE
Not engaging enough
Janice Hallett’s previous book ‘The Twyford Code’ got 5 stars from me last year so I was excited to receive the ARC for her next book – ‘The Mysterious Cas... READ MORE
Just amazing and so original
My thanks to Serpent's Tail Viper for an eARC via NetGalley of ‘The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels’ by Janice Hallett. I had preordered Waterstones... READ MORE
Brilliant
Absolutely intriguing and totally absorbing account of a reporter trying to find out what really happened during a gruesome cult killing 18 years ago -and ... READ MORE
Janice Hallett has done it again!
Janice Hallett has done it again! I devoured this book and couldn’t put it down!
The story is pulled together and told through a series of emails, What... READ MORE
Loved it
Absolutely loved this one. Janice Hallett continues to write books in such a unique way that just pulls you in. This compelling story about murders years a... READ MORE
Janice Hallett has triumphed again!
I was beyond excited to be lucky enough to be approved for an early e-arc of Janice Hallett’s latest book when Viper have been granting limited wishes. Hug... READ MORE
A must read
Another brilliant book by Janice Hallett!
Her style is so refreshing, a very good break from the usual narration, and she makes it sound so effortless...... READ MORE
Another gripping literary event/masterpiece from crime fiction’s most innovative author!
I am a huge fan of how Janice Hallett has exploded onto the crime fiction scene and shaken it up with her refreshing, ingenious and utterly compelling nove... READ MORE
Wonderfully crafted mystery
Open the safe deposit box. Inside you will find research material for a true crime book. You must read the documents, then make a decision. Will you destro... READ MORE
A compelling and contemporary page turner
This is my first dip into a Janice Hallett book, and it certainly won't be my last. The story is told via a series of WhatsApp messages, emails and transcr... READ MORE
Another amazing novel from this author, I didn't want to put it down, or finish it - the mark of a good book!
"You don't need to be a charismatic individual to influence others. You just need to use the right words, at the right time, to show them certain things an... READ MORE
AN EXCELLENT BOOK BY AN EXCEPTIONAL AUTHOR
I have read Janice Hallett's previous books "The Appeal" and "The Twyford code" so I was very keen to read and review this book.
I enjoy her unique style ... READ MORE
Janice Hallett does it again!
That was so gripping, loved it! 4.5 stars
I really enjoyed Janice Hallett's previous two books, and The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels is written ... READ MORE
Ending felt a bit flat
This is the third book I have read by her and overall it was enjoyable.
I like the way she uses modern methods to convey the plot and characters. I found ... READ MORE
An original and thought-provoking mystery
Having listened to and read 'The Appeal', I knew that this author's third story would be original and thought-provoking it was. It has a true crime vibe wi... READ MORE
Another gem from Hallett
Janice Hallett is a brilliant mystery/whodunnit writer. The Twyford Code had me hooked and Angels…. has done the same.
It is about a true crime journal... READ MORE
Best so far
My heart always sinks when there is a long list of characters at the beginning of a book, however Ms Hallett won me round with this one. I enjoyed the styl... READ MORE
A Cracking Read
I love a mystery and The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels did not disappoint. The plot and writing style were unique, I did not see the twists and tu... READ MORE
Another utterly brilliant offering from Ms Hallett
I cheered very loudly when I discovered I was lucky enough to receive a preview copy of this utterly brilliant book as I absolutely loved Ms Hallett’s firs... READ MORE
Exceptionally clever, well-written and thought-provoking.
As someone who strongly considered a career as a detective, I love a good bit of sleuthing.
Janice Hallett is an author I read for the first time in Janua... READ MORE
A tantalisingly twisty crime thriller
You have a key that opens a safe deposit box.
Inside is a bundle of documents, archived research material for a book that has just been published.
You must... READ MORE
Her best book yet!!!!
I loved the Appeal, I wasn’t a fan of the Twyford Code but I still couldn’t wait to get my hands on her new novel.
The Alperton Angels is written in the s... READ MORE
Tantalising, twisty and unpredictable!
You have a key that opens a safe deposit box.
Inside is a bundle of documents, archived research material for a book that has just been published.
You must... READ MORE
Janice Hallett is the best crime writer out there!
Janice Hallett does it again! Her books are the most exciting and original mysteries out there at the moment and they are such a joy to read! If you haven’... READ MORE
Liked it a lot but left me a bit confused
Janice Hallett's signature style continues in this novel, which is presented in the form of notes, email and text message exchanges, and transcribed record... READ MORE
Totally mind-blowing
If you have read the previous two books by Janice you will know that her writing style is very different.
Written again in the style of WhatsApp messages... READ MORE
A fabulous read
Having read Janice Hallett’s previous books and loved them, I purchased The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels as soon as it was published. Like the pr... READ MORE
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Amazing mystery story
'The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels' is Janice Hallett's third book and she is really showing no stopping in her ability to write additive mysterie... READ MORE
Too Clever by Half
You'll love the novelty or hate the lack of narrative structure. I felt the latter.
A unique read!
A complex and absorbing read!
Amanda Bailey is a true crime writer researching the case of The Alperton Angels which involves murder and teenagers in th... READ MORE
Original and thought-provoking crime fiction.
Having listened to and read 'The Appeal', I knew that this author's third story would be original and thought-provoking it was. It has a true crime vibe wi... READ MORE
Innovative
Janice Hallett excels at using emails, transcripts, and other similar devices to tell her innovative stories. I enjoyed The Appeal and The Twyford Code, an... READ MORE
Engrossing
I love the unusual format of this and I have to say it’s amazingly engrossing. Amanda is a true life crime author researching an eighteen year old case inv... READ MORE
Hallett Does it Again!
What an amazing ride this book is!
I read this immediately after The Appeal, my first Janice Hallett book, which I thought was brilliant and would be hard ... READ MORE
Fab Read
OMG, Janice gets better and better!! I am thankful to NetGalley, Miranda Jewess, Serpents Tail, ViperBooks and Janice Hallett for being approved to read t... READ MORE
Highly original and clever
4* Janice Hallett has done it again. Taken a smart story, conceived it through a variety of communications and let it unravel in a way that will have reade... READ MORE
Queen of thecomplex mystery
Janice Hallett really is the Queen of the complex, deceptive mystery unwrapped through unconventional and very modern storytelling. She pays the reader the... READ MORE
Excellent puzzle of a novel
She’s gone and done it again. After the great success of The Appeal and The Twyford Code (review here) Janice Hallett has gone on to produce another fiendi... READ MORE
An increasingly difficult read!
I bought ‘The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels’ on the strength of ‘The Twyford Code’ - a book I thoroughly enjoyed.
What a letdown this book was,... READ MORE
Genius use of mixed media
Amanda Bailey is a true crime author, researching the 18 year old mysterious case of the 'Alperton Angels' that resulted in multiple deaths. We, as readers... READ MORE
A rip roaring read with a really fiendish puzzle
You have to wonder who put Janice Hallett’s brain together. Reading one of her novels is like going down the rabbit hole and finding a warren of tunnels th... READ MORE
Intriguing and unique
Janice Hallett is quick becoming the queen of dark thrillers and stories with so many twists that you get pulled in to see where all will end. No spoilers ... READ MORE
Another fab book from the world of Janice Hallett
I'm relatively new to the world of Janice Hallett but I love it! Although a similar format in writing style to "The Twford Code", "The Mysterious Case of ... READ MORE
A quick read but not as good as Hallett's previous two novels
Hallett is really delivering with the new mixed media filled mystery genre, no one else does it quite as well and I think the balance was just right here -... READ MORE
Brilliant read!
Read this book if you enjoy books about cult leaders, dark motives and the power of persuasion. Two competing true crime writers set out to write books a... READ MORE
Another clever novel!
Amanda Bailey, best selling true crime author is searching for inspiration for her next novels when her agent points her to the 2003 case of the Alperton A... READ MORE
An excellent read from an exceptional author
I have read Janice Hallett's previous books "The Appeal" and "The Twyford code" so I was very keen to read and review this book.
I enjoy her unique style ... READ MORE
Stunning book
I absolutely loved this book, all of Janice Hallett's book are amazing, including this one. I read it in one day because I could not put it down. The book ... READ MORE
A very different story
This story is told mainly through Whatsapps texts ,email and transcripts which took my enjoyment away of the book though I now realise this is the style of... READ MORE
Such a clever way of telling a story
I love the way the author writes these books, not through a traditional narrative, but through a series of documents, post it notes, excerpts from books an... READ MORE
A fascinating read but a bit convoluted.
Very well written with a lot of twists and turns, but a wee bit too convoluted for my tastes.
There is much in the book to read about, murder,revenge,ki... READ MORE
ANOTHER EXCELLENT BY AN EXCEPTIONAL AUTHOR
I have read Janice Hallett's previous books "The Appeal" and "The Twyford code" so I was very keen to read and review this book.
I enjoy her unique style ... READ MORE
Another novel mystery
I thoroughly enjoyed the previous two mystery books by Janice Hallett, finding them innovative, interesting and cleverly written. This one was no less nov... READ MORE
Definitely different!
I did enjoy this book and the author's unusual style of presenting the story, in a text message, email and letter format, but it didn't grip me as much as ... READ MORE