In Hardy's Shadow
Another Henry and Julia Trevellyn mystery
by Andrew Dutfield

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Emigres Henry and Julia Trevellyn, have recovered from the unfortunate events that occurred a couple of years previously on their beloved Hecla Island, the location of their lakeside cottage two hours north of Winnipeg Manitoba. Henry a retired senior police office, has a curiosity that often steers him into trouble. A trip back to England is planned, which includes several family commitments, and time spent exploring Julia’s newfound passion for Thomas Hardy and his birthplace Dorset. Henry is delighted about this venture as he has a childhood connection with this wonderful county. One of the family commitments is a gathering to remember Henry’s older brother Joseph, missing for the previous 7 years. Sadly, the High Court has now declared Joseph deceased. It is time for the siblings to celebrate his life and make peace with his unexplained loss. However, the puzzling letter Joseph wrote to Henry just prior to his disappearance, continues to baffle him and remains a loose end.

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“Amateur sleuths resurrect a family cold case while on vacation in the literary-minded mystery novel In Hardy’s Shadow. In Hardy’s Shadow is an enthusiastic mystery novel that pays tribute to Thomas Hardy as intrepid tourists investigate a missing persons case.” —Foreword Clarion Reviews

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Andrew Dutfield a retired engineer lived in the United Kingdom and Southern Africa before immigrating to Canada which has been his home for 29 years. His most cherished childhood memories are from frequent family trips to Dorset. He continues to return regularly to this alluring part of England where Thomas Hardy was born and lived, and whose poetry and novels are the inspiration for “In Hardy’s Shadow” . Andrew is a Past Chair of the Manitoba Writers’ Guild and volunteers in the writing community. He enjoys composing music, cross country skiing and spending time with his family. Andrew and his wife, live in Winnipeg and spend time at their Hecla Island cottage where he does most of his writing. They have three children and five grandchildren.

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