The Poison Tide

Two novels have established Andrew Williams as an outstanding writer of the historical thriller or spy story. The Poison Tide will only enhance his reputation. It is very good indeed . . . Compelling and smoothly engineered . . .You will be lucky if you come upon a more engrossing and enjoyable historical thriller this year. Or perhaps next year - Allan Massie, ScotsmanA first-class thriller . . . possesses a richness of characterisation and intelligence that few can match - Sunday TimesA cracking read, a thriller that has heft . . . powerful and forthright - History TodayWilliams is establishing himself as the master of this historical thriller in which real-life events and characters are given a fictional twist or gloss - ScotsmanThis is a very satisfying thriller on many levels. Above all, it's an intelligent thriller: brilliantly researched, superbly crafted and . . . well written - www.shotsmag.co.ukWilliams' knowledge of the time, combined with a talent for storytelling, means his historical thrillers are compelling and extremely enjoyable. Williams skilfully creates a character that is honest, ruthless and flawed . . . The Poison Tide is a thoroughly enjoayble read - www.sir-readalot.blogspot.co.ukI really enjoyed this very exciting but fast-paced thriller, with intricately researched details . . . I was gripped until the final page. Well recommended - www.eurocrime.co.ukThis fine novel fuses fiction with real-life First World War events . . . It's multi-layered and gripping - Peterborough Telegraph