The Dead of Mametz: The First Thomas Oscendale Novel — Jonathan Hicks

A reflection on the greed of men and women, even in a time of war. Early July 1916, the third year of the First World War. The soldiers of the Welsh Division are poised to begin their assault on the German-held Mametz Wood. But there is a murderer in their ranks. Captain Thomas Oscendale of the Military Police is in a race against time to apprehend the murderer and to find what lies buried in Mametz Wood. He is not alone. Sinister forces on both sides have taken an interest in his investigation and are closing in. "Evocative descriptive passages."-Publishers Weekly "A superb mystery, as well as one of the most moving war novels."-Mystery Scene Magazine "This satisfying historical debut partners abundant military and battle details with breathtaking spy adventure on both sides of the front."-Library Journal*, April 1, 2012