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The Hallmarked Man

Cormoran Strike, Book 8

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The Hallmarked Man

By: Robert Galbraith
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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'A triumph of storytelling'
Guardian

THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, SEPTEMBER 2025

A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared.

The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault.

As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever.

A gripping, wonderfully complex novel which takes Strike and Robin's story to a new level, The Hallmarked Man is an unmissable read for any fan of this unique series.

PRAISE FOR THE CORMORAN STRIKE SERIES

'A superlative piece of crime fiction' Sunday Times

'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph

'A scrupulous plotter and master of misdirection, Galbraith keeps the pages turning . . . Strike and Ellacott remain one of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian

'No one can deny [Robert Galbraith, pseudonym of] J. K. Rowling's formidable talents as a crime writer' Daily Mail

'Strike is a compelling creation . . . this is terrifically entertaining stuff' Irish Times©2025 Robert Galbraith Limited Thriller & Suspense Crime Crime Thrillers Detective

Critic reviews

A terrific and tightly plotted romp ... With an apparent effortlessness that speaks of great discipline and skill, Galbraith keeps the plates of all four possible murder inquiries spinning, each one replete with its own satisfyingly unexpected feints and twists ... A triumph of storytelling (GUARDIAN)
These Galbraith novels are remarkable, the management of a variety of themes and stories extraordinary. Indeed, I would rather read Galbraith than any other crime writer now active. These are books you can happily lose yourself in. (The Scotsman)
Cancel all your plans [...] combines a fiendish mystery with the deliciously tangled will they/won't they romantic lives of private investigators Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott. [...] It's so good to have them back. (HEAT)
Galbraith has created a world that the reader wants to spend time in and I'm just as invested in the characters as I am the mysteries. Strike and Robin are two of the most compelling characters in contemporary fiction and I really hope we've got lots more books to come. 'The Hallmarked Man' is dark, twisty and endlessly addictive, and it's one of the strongest books in the Strike series so far.' (ENTERTAINMENT FOCUS)

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I've really enjoyed this series. This title was no less enjoyable although Robin and Strike need to tie the knot and we can move on from the romantic tension... it has gone on a bit long.

I love the way the mystery unravels, it is complex but that's what makes it great. JKR is brilliant!

Narrator is one of the best, each and every character comes to life because of his craft.

I'll listen again and wait patiently for the next.

Another great unravelling read.

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Can not wait for the next book. Love the different story lines and the big reveal at the end of all that happened.

Beautifully written, narrated so well!

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I am obsessed with Strike novels. I’m so glad that finally there’s a 30+ heroine that kick asses but is also human.
I thought I had it who’s done it but missed ☺️

Characters that feel so real !

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Can Robin and Strike now get on with it 🤣 Please! I feel like throttling both of them

I just love the way she writes and the huge amount of research that JK must do.

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Love Srike, love Robin, love both Roberts, love the storyline . Hate having to wait for a long time for the next book to arrive!

Amazing series expertly narrated

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