Reviews
Not The Deaths Imagined
“a book not to be missed by Crime and Mystery enthusiasts. A thrilling story with relatable characters and a strong plot.”
This “…an intelligent thriller, full of interesting characters and with a truly unsettling villain…”
“I enjoyed it immensely…. well written and an interesting read, combining the interesting medical world with malpractice, negligence, and even murder.”
“It’s a slow burn… an irresistible mystery with an astounding ending. I loved this book!”
https://puzzlepawsblog.com/2020/09/18/not-the-deaths-imagined-a-damppebbles-blog-tour/
“deliciously dark and devilish!”
“I loved this book from start to finish. … fun and entertaining to read. The characterisation was brilliant, the pacing superb.”
https://www.booksbybindu.com/home/tiikxjzktufqx9nopgcc4gutswl42f
“I really enjoyed this book. I hope there’s more!”
https://ramblingmads.com/2020/09/14/blog-tour-not-the-deaths-imagined-anne-pettigrew/
“It is good. Really good. And has a very distinctive style to it that I found truly compelling.”
http://scintilla.info/2020/09/18/not-the-deaths-imagined-anne-pettigrew/
“Conclusion, an excellent plot and characters that are relatable and definitely fully developed.”
“… as good, if not better than Not The Life Imagined. A crime fiction story again based upon the medical profession and the quality shines through”
https://sharonbeyondthebooks.wordpress.com/2020/09/16/anne-pettigrew-not-the-deaths-imagined/
“a gripping medical mystery novel”
https://scrutinizingstorytellers.wordpress.com/2020/07/27/not-the-deaths-imagined-review/
“…gently humorous. I love Beth’s observations on her patients -the hypochondriacs and medical textbook wielding experts.”
“But there is tension and fear too as the story hurtles towards its terrifying conclusion. Highly recommended.”
https://www.thebookcaseblog.com/post/not-the-deaths-imagined-anne-pettigrew
“A story of deaths and deceit and dodgy doctors”
“…the book gallops along to a rousing and frightening climax.”
https://robmcinroy.blogspot.com/2020/08/not-deaths-imagined-by-anne-pettigrew.html
“This sensational story twists and turns towards a thrilling crescendo…”
“a contemporary marriage of the style of Agatha Christie… superb details and fantastic cast of victims and villains… combined with the laconic humour, charm and body count of the Midsomer Murders.”
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“A well written crime fiction novel”
Not The Life Imagined
A whirlwind of wit and emotional ups and downs
“Exciting insight into the lives of a group of interesting characters, fighting their way through the pressures of medicine. Beth Slater is dynamic, intent on making a difference – against all odds. Tipping the balance are characters like Conor and Frank, with their nefarious secrets. Add to that sexual promiscuity, and you’re playing with dynamite. Anne’s novel is a whirlwind of wit and emotional ups and downs. Both serious and funny, its pages convey the absence of something very significant: sexual equality. When I recently flicked through my father’s Final Year Dinner Souvenir (he was a medical student at Glasgow University from 1941-1946), I noticed that it documents 123 male medical students and 34 female. Dad never discussed the prejudices, but strangely, had a driving passion to nurture my (female) education. Anne’s book shows exactly why. Look forward to the next novel!”
Carline Scott
Up market right of passage
“As A Glasgow University Student in Science and then Medicine 1967-74 I could identify with much of this although I didn’t (don’t) think our relationships had such an attrition rate. The Book is well written, has a good pace and intrigue and quickly becomes compulsive as the lives intertwine. Thoroughly recommended.”
Iain McNicol
Cracking read
“Thoroughly enjoyed this novel. The narrative moved quickly which kept me engaged. Almost read it in one!! Liked the punchy sentences and the pace, I could really hear the characters talking. Looking forward to more from this author.”
agent horsey
Medics with a twist
“Great holiday read could not put it down. Lots of twists and turns, exciting glimpse into the naughty side of medics. Looking forward to more from this new author.”
Marlyn Milne
Superb
“Excellent read. Having been a student in Glasgow around the same time, this book evoked strong memories. voEnjoyed the character and plot development. Keen to read next novel by Anne Pettigrew.”
Amazon Customer
Entertaining novel about the medical world set in Glasgow
“This novel follows the lives of a group of friends who become medical students in Glasgow during the 1960s and shows how their careers and relationships develop over the years up to the late 1980s. Most of the story is told through the first person narrative of Beth Slater, but there are other narrative viewpoints which effectively contribute to the mystery surrounding the suicide of one of the group. This death casts a shadow over the others, in particular Beth who is determined to discover why her friend killed herself. This book also gives a clear picture of society of the time, in particular the sexual discrimination faced by the female characters.”
Grace Shaw
The light and dark lives of medics
“This engrossing book works on several levels.We follow an intriguing intake of Glasgow University medical students who, in 1967, enter a world of academic challenge – and more available sex, booze, dope – through to their emergence as qualified medics. Guided by humour, pathos, and drama, we live through their unfolding from clever beginners to wiser discriminators about medicine, relationships, life and death. But, for the few females, there’s a constant battle against inbuilt prejudice and brazen chauvinism. Then there’s the body that should not be in the hospital incinerator, plus a rape and suicide that clouds the life of Beth, the key narrator.”
F.R. Silvas
A Must Read!
“I’m glad it was the holiday period when I bought this book as I couldn’t put it down! You can’t help but become involved and carried along with the moral and ethical dilemmas, emotions and challenges that the characters experience. The storylines grip you and take you on a rollercoaster of emotions as you follow, question and discover shocking revelations and delightful events in equal measure. I was sorry the book came to a close! Looking forward to the author’s next book! Can thoroughly recommend!”
Polly Beck
Great characters
“I loved this book. It begins with a group of first year medical students from varied privileged and not so privileged backgrounds and weaves through their careers and their long-lasting friendshjps. A few are misguided, some are tragic, and all suffer from the actions of a treacherous, ambitious villain. The explanation of medical terms and procedures keep the story going and are relative to it. Indeed some of the characters succumb to illness just like their patients. Fab!”
Joy Deacon
Great read
“I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Interesting story that kept me engrossed.”
Jean Crawford
Cracking pace
“So much to love about this book, great pace through the lives, studies, loves and careers of 70’s graduates. Great to read a book set in the west of Scotland; great historical detail such as the Ibrox disaster. Anne weaves these into the lives of her characters creating genuine shout out ‘oh no’ moments. I would love to see this as a TV series.”
Julie Hall
Entertaining Read
1I ordered my copy and picked it up at Waterstones in Braehead. Even while sitting in the Cafe I started to read the story. It was fast-paced from the first sentence, well written, and very thought-provoking. The inside look at the health service in the 70s is an eye-opener if this really is fact turned into fiction. All I can say is I hope the female junior doctors and nurses of today do not experience the type of harassment and advances on yesteryear. I want to say so much but don’t want to give away any spoilers. A good read that will keep the reader engrossed until the end. An ideal book to take on holiday at this time of year especially if you are a health worker and Scottish.
Grahame Anderson
Fab holiday read!
Loved the fact this was written by a GP, some of it being her personal experiences. Raunchy in parts and definitely thought provoking! A must read!
Liz
Waterstones
eg ‘A great read,’ ‘A compelling read about medical students lives, loves and adventures in Glasgow in the 60s,’ ‘Riveting novel about Glasgow in the Sixties’
Goodreads
eg ‘Sexism, mental health issues…’ ‘difficult to put down.’ ‘Enjoyable read well worth seeking out.’