Necropolis by Basil Copper
The City of the Dead
The novel unfolds in a chilling and atmospheric narrative centered around a private investigator named Clyde Beatty, who is drawn into a sinister mystery involving a series of gruesome murders in London. As Beatty delves deeper into the case, he encounters a web of dark secrets and eerie occurrences linked to the city's historic cemeteries. The story masterfully blends elements of horror and detective fiction, creating a suspenseful and haunting exploration of the macabre, as Beatty races against time to uncover the truth behind the malevolent forces at play.
The 13940th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1980
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Horror Literature: A Core Collection and Reference Guide (Book edited by Marshall B. Tymn)