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Scattered Remains
by Douglas Watkinson
Douglas Watkinson, the acclaimed British author and television scriptwriter known for his work on popular crime dramas, has penned another enthralling murder mystery in “Scattered Remains.” The novel follows Nathan Hawk, a highly sought-after problem-solver and investigator, as he is tasked with solving the mystery of a titanium plate found by his farmer friend, Martin Falconer.
Despite his initial reluctance, Hawk is drawn into the investigation after learning that the plate was made for a young man named Patrick Scott who suffered a skiing injury. However, all records of Scott and his injury have been erased from the NHS computer. With the help of Dr. Laura Peterson, Hawk begins to unravel the truth about Scott’s disappearance and uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal.
As the investigation progresses, Hawk’s charming and egotistical son, Jaikie, arrives in England for the premiere of a film he’s starring in. Jaikie becomes interested in the case, believing that Scott’s body may have been dumped on Martin’s land. The tension between father and son adds an emotional depth to the story, as Hawk must balance his personal and professional obligations.
Watkinson’s writing is tight and suspenseful, with each chapter delivering new clues and twists. The characters are well-drawn and believable, with their own secrets and motivations. The setting, including the beautiful English countryside and the seedy underbelly of the film industry, is vividly described, adding richness to the story.
Overall, “Scattered Remains” is a well-crafted murder mystery that showcases Watkinson’s skill as a writer. He knows how to keep readers engaged and guessing until the very end. With a compelling plot and a cast of intriguing characters, this book is highly recommended for fans of British crime fiction and anyone who loves a good murder mystery.
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Douglas Watkinson Is An English Novelist, Playwright And Screenwriter.
Douglas cannot remember a time when he didn’t write and has written literally hundreds of television scripts, contributing to many popular series. Among his favourites are Lovejoy, Boon, Forever Green, Agatha Christie’s Poirot and Midsomer Murders. The latter’s worldwide audience numbers a staggering one billion people.
Douglas is the author of The Nathan Hawk Mysteries, a series of crime novels. They celebrate the unpredictable Nathan Hawk - a sacked police officer turned private investigator.
As well as the Nathan Hawk stories, Douglas has recently published a standalone novel, The Occasional Jonas Kemble. It tells the story of a beleaguered theatrical dynasty with a problem they need to solve before it destroys them.
Douglas was born into an army family and his father served throughout World War II and beyond. He was killed in Palestine in 1947. His death was the inspiration for one of several stage-plays, The Wall, in which a middle aged man visits a military cemetery in Ramleh, Israel and meets a young British soldier who turns out to be his father.
Educated at Haberdashers' Aske's, Douglas then attended East 15 Acting School where his first plays were performed. Whilst there he met his wife Lesley and they now live in Buckinghamshire countryside with their two German Shepherd dogs. Their four grown up children have left home. Allegedly.
