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The third Inspector Banks novel

In the usually peaceful town of Eastvale, a simmering tension has now reached breaking point. An anti-nuclear demonstration has ended in violence, leaving one policeman stabbed to death. Fired by professional outrage, Superintendent "Dirty Dick" Burgess descends with vengeful fury on the inhabitants of "Maggie's Farm", an isolated house high on the daleside.

Inspector Banks is uneasy about Burgess' handling of the investigation. But he has been warned off the case. Soon Banks realizes that the only way he can salvage his career is by beating Burgess to the killer...

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"An exceptional series."--Washington Post

A peaceful demonstration in the town of Eastvale ends with fifty arrests--and the brutal stabbing death of a young constable. But Chief Inspector Alan Banks fears there is worse violence to come. For CID Superintendent Richard Burgess has arrived from London to take charge of the investigation, fueled by professional outrage and volatile, long-simmering hatreds.

Crossing Burgess could cost the Chief Inspector his career. But the killing of a flawed Eastvale policeman is not the only murder that needs to be solved here. And if Banks doesn't unmask the true assassin, his superior's misguided obsession might well result in further bloodshed.

A masterful novel of suspense, A Necessary End demonstrates how our weaknesses can lead to deadly consequences.

"A rich, multi-layered book, elegantly written and carefully plotted."--Virginian Pilot and Ledger-Star

"Watch out for those twists--they'll get you every time."--Ian Rankin

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"Thoughtful.... Vivid.... Challenging.... Like the region that breeds them, the people in Robinson's mystery flaunt their colors but keep their secrets." ---The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

ASIN : B004S3TJ2U
Publisher : Macmillan; Main Market edition (1 October 2002)
Language : English
File size : 892 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 304 pages

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the Final Twist

Reviewed in Australia on 8 December 2014

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This third offering from Peter Robinson is another enjoyable episode in the Inspector Banks series.
As with the previous two I have read, it is impossible to predict the conclusion. An added bonus is the beautifully descriptive narrative that carries us through the towns and cities of northern England.

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Smoky crime.

Reviewed in Australia on 29 July 2016

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I have been reading this series in order and intend to continue. It is interesting to see the characters and relationships develop and the storylines keep one's attention. Descriptions of the Yorkshire countryside win me over too. The only downside is all that cigarette smoke wafting through the tales. Please knock the habit DCI Banks; we don't want to witness your premature departure.

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Judy M

Five Stars

Reviewed in Australia on 24 March 2015

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Another great read, always hard to pick "who done it" with the Inspector Banks books.

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Lynn Salama

Love Peter Robinsons books the feel he gives of the ...

Reviewed in Australia on 16 July 2016

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Love Peter Robinsons books the feel he gives of the North of England is so authentic and true a good read.

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Sue Williams

NO 3 - have you 1 & 2?

Reviewed in Australia on 27 August 2015

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Another DCI Banks good read

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Michael Dance

Enjoyable reading

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 August 2018

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Of the Bank's novels thus far, for me, this is the least interesting.
The bullish detective from the met, Burgess, is told to lead the investigation into the death of a police officer. The implications are political?
Banks engages with Burgess over many pub lunches in an effort to solve the crime. Banks has doubts over Burgess' s conduct as his superior officer. Banks feelings for another woman are also of concern. However, Banks persistent efforts finally come up with the truth. A few red herrings throughout make for enjoyable reading.

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Mrs Sarah Killingback

Jolly good

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 January 2019

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This is a pleasantly-paced detective story which I would recommend to anyone wanting to read such a thing. What has really thrown me is how much the world has changed in the thirty years since it was published (I read it for the first time not that long after). Banks smokes almost constantly and sometimes drinks sherry! His colleague drinks Double Diamond beer and smokes little cigars.
I like that Banks visits Halifax during the course of the investigation but it's when his superior busts goes round hitting random people he just doesn't like the look of.

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Jeff Warren

A Well Crafted Early DCI Banks Novel

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 May 2020

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A DCI Banks murder mystery very much rooted in the late 1980s, with the world very much seen through his eyes. There are frequest reminders of his taste in music, real ale, pubs, smoking, and coping with cooking while his wife and children are away from home visiting relatives.

As you read, you learn a lot about Banks as a person, his views, attitudes and politics. He is surrounded by characters with varying flaws and abilities, all of whom he reflects upon throughout.

In ‘A Necessary End’ you get a real feel for the times in which the story is set, which almost makes it an historical thriller, although it was almost contemporary when it was written.

There are many twists and turns before Banks finally solves the killing of a brutal police officer at an anti-nuclear protest rally. An interesting read. It kept my attention to the end.

Barb Dee

Good, but not the best!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 November 2018

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I did enjoy this book but thought it dragged on a little bit. I have read quite a few of the series now, not in the correct order, so maybe the later books are better written? A police officer is stabbed at a demonstration and there is no shortage of suspects. An officer from London is sent to Yorkshire to take control of the investigation and he is happy to pin the blame on anyone so he can return home but Banks is having none of it and makes sure the investigation is handled properly. Lots of twists and turns with some surprises along the way.

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Pilchard2110

My Least Favourite So Far

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 October 2018

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I have just finished reading book 5, Past Reason Hated, and A Necessary End has been so far my least favourite. I thought the story a tad on the boring side and I just could not connect with any of the new characters. I also found the found the character of "Dirty Dick Burgess" ridiculous. Wish I could give more stars but not for this book.

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