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Twisted Tracks (The Clearwater Mysteries Book 2) Kindle Edition

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Book 2 of 10: The Clearwater Mysteries

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Part two of The Clearwater Mysteries picks up seamlessly from the events of 'Deviant Desire.'

While the notorious Ripper murders have ceased, Viscount Clearwater finds himself plunged into a web of intrigue following the discovery of an intercepted telegram, an enigmatic coded invitation, and the looming threat of exposure. The question of whether the East End Ripper still lurks in the shadows haunts him, compelling the viscount to once again risk everything to safeguard his reputation.

Adding to the complexity of the mystery is the arrival of James Wright, a novice servant grappling with the turbulence of first same-sex love, and the unresolved emotions Archer harbours for his recently dismissed footman, Thomas.

In this suspenseful narrative, treacherous forces conspire to unveil Clearwater's homosexuality and shatter his social standing. Only the unwavering bonds of loyalty and friendship can shield him and his loved ones as he battles to protect his youthful paramour, Silas, and the close-knit community of devoted servants.

Set against the backdrop of a fictionalized England in 1888, 'Twisted Tracks' seamlessly blends elements of mystery, adventure, and romance. It stands as the second instalment in The Clearwater Mystery series, earning praise from readers for its well-crafted characters and the inclusion of intriguing historical tidbits.

As one Amazon reviewer aptly puts it, "A very enjoyable series, skilfully penned with endearing characters and intriguing historical nuggets."

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07RFDBX4X
Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages

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Jackson Marsh is an award-winning author, composer and lyricist. His novels mix bromance, history and facts with thrilling plots, and mainly revolve around gay characters. Originally from the UK, he now lives in Greece.

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Tony Williamson Jr

Loving this series

Reviewed in the United States on 14 October 2019

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Note: each book does end in a bit of a cliffhanger. While not a major one, it still leads you into the next book. I still love Feck, though not a major character, he is the one that I need more of.

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R H Warwick

Could be a very good series of books

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 October 2019

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It does take some reading of this book, that before I had about the third of the way,
I sent off for the second book. It kind of takes off about a "Jack the Killer" of young men
who are gay. The young man looks a bit like the others young men that have been killed.
So a slightly older man sets it up for the young man (Who he fancies) to try and catch the killer

SebFox

...and the game is afoot!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 November 2023

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Continuing exactly where Deviant Desire left off, book 2 opens with an introduction to James Joseph Wright, the telegraph delivery boy we briefly met in book 1. This book takes a slightly different direction compared to the previous one as it focuses more on James and Thomas, their developing relationship and the roles and responsibilities of servant and master in the Clearwater household.

With this new focus the mystery element gets pushed more to the back burners while we explore more of the class structure and what it means to be a servant, restricted in freedoms both in work and in society. Indeed both master and servant suffer the same constraints, despite Archer’s desire to fight against them, if not in public then in his private life. We start to see the freedoms of Clearwater House begin to manifest themselves as Archer creates a safe haven not just for himself and Silas, but for everyone, no matter their status or position.

I really applaud what this book is trying to do and am grateful the author took the time to explore these issues rather than just barrel on with another murder or mystery for Archer and the gang to solve. Thomas and James are excellent characters and perfect eyes through which to view some of the struggles common people faced during those times. With Archer and Silas, you have two larger than life characters that make it difficult to explore more subtle aspects of life in 19th century London. Silas has just come from a world where he had to sell his body to earn enough for a scrap of bread. Archer is a Lord who wants to solve a series of murders while finding a way to live his life with his lover. With James and Thomas, Jackson Marsh has created characters who allow us to look at the minutiae of life which may not have been a concern for a street rat or a Viceroy. With James and Thomas we get to see what life was really like below stairs. The struggles that face the lower working classes. The long hours they have to toil for most of their lives just to make an honest living. How someone with no voice or little status still longs to find love, despite the threat of a lifetime of imprisonment. The fears and insecurities that anyone would have at the start of a new relationship is so much worse because of how oppressive it is for a gay man, particularly of Thomas and James’ social class.

I've read complaints in other reviews that this book felt lacking! I cannot understand that. You're reading a series set in 19th century England, looking at the plight of gay men in a repressive society with a stifling class system. Why complain when you have a book that really manages to explore all that, all whilst weaving together a sweet love story and an unfolding mystery. And this isn't your typical mystery, either. This isn't one where the detective has all the answers in his head and confidently strides into battle knowing exactly what he's going to be faced with and confidently predicting its outcome. No, this is a mystery that has complicated clues. That requires the talents of everyone in the group. That fails as much as it succeeds in its attempt to find out what lies behind it all. Much like the exploration of life in 19th century England, this mystery has also been written with a large degree of realism about it. And for that I'm extremely grateful to the author.

Don’t get me wrong, this book isn’t without adventure and intrigue, or any of the tension and humour we saw in book 1. No, that is definitely here, it is just paced differently to the first book. The main part of book 2 is taken up exploring the developing love affair between Thomas and James, and setting up James as a trusted member of Archie’s team. The real exploration of the mystery takes place in the latter part of the book. The final scenes does contain a similar nail biting finale as the one we saw in the first book. However this one involves a chase scene between an out of control steam train and men on horseback - no doubt inspired by a similar scene in Back to the Future 3, but no less thrilling. But for me I am loving the scenes when the whole team are together. Aside from seeing their intellectual strengths bouncing off one another, you are starting to see familiar camaraderie forming and some wonderfully funny comic interplay.

Book 2 is definitely a worthy successor to Deviant Desire and in my opinion a beautifully paced insight into the world these wonderful characters inhabit. As with the first book, I came away from reading this book with a little more understanding of life in Victorian England, a sense of the struggles people faced from the rigidity of the class system, but most importantly a hunger to read more about these brilliant men and ready to jump back in to another one of their thrilling adventures.

*** 4.5 Stars ***

mak

ENTERTAINING MYSTERY

Reviewed in the United States on 14 May 2019

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After being dismissed, Thomas Payne has left Clearwater and is trying to get back home. While waiting at the agents office, he once again meets James Wright, the messenger that caught his eye, while delivering a telegram to Clearwater House. Once Thomas shares his dilemma with James, James opens his home to Thomas until he can decide what to do.
Archer is livid and demands Tripp find Thomas and have him returned to Clearwater. On Thomas’ return, Archer immediately dismisses Tripp and appoints Thomas to the high position of butler. With the position of footman open, James applies for the job and becomes an addition to the staff.
Unbeknownst to Thomas and Archer, Tripp comes up with a scheme to devastate the occupants of the Clearwater House and James finds himself caught up in the devious scheme.
When a mysterious note, telegram, postcard and wording comes into play, Archer finds that James has an expertise that comes in handy. James starts to form a bond with Archer, Silas, Feck and especially Thomas and finds himself struggling with making the right decisions.
Archer Riddington is facing not only the issue of his brother Crispin, the dastardly Dr. Quill but now a new nemesis in the evil Tripp. Archer strives to break from the old staunch ways of his father. He wants to be able to live his life and hopefully open the door so others can live freely too. It’s fun to watch as Archer builds bonds with Thomas, Silas, Fecker and James. When this unique group of men put their heads together their investigative talents shine through. High marks go to Lady Marshall, Archers godmother, she doesn’t hold back and brings many humorous moments to the story.
“Twisted Tracks” picks up right where “Deviant Desire” leaves off. Jackson Marsh creates another entertaining, well plotted, action packed, triple mystery set in the imaginary, Victorian era of England 1888. The verbiage and settings are very descriptive and set the tone for the era. “Twisted Tracks” is a fun mystery read, a little bit Sherlock Homes-ish, Jack-the -Ripper-ish with a twist.
Jackson Marsh has got me hooked! I really liked the first novel “Deviant Desire” and was surprised to see “Twisted Tracks” come out so quickly. I like the growing potential “Clearwater Mystery” series presents and looking forward to book three “Unspeakable Acts”.

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suzunh

Not bad

Reviewed in the United States on 27 February 2020

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Not as good as the first book though.

I do like the fact that the two main characters from the first book are still involved in this one and I hope that continues.

Some of this is ridiculous, which yeah that’s kind of a given with romance. It could use a lot more editing as there are several errors. It’s fun though and the endings aren’t just an easy way out.

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