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A Particularly Nasty Case - by Adam Kay (Hardcover)

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  • A chaotic young doctor might be the only person who can catch a killer in this "hilarious, macabre, and heartrending" (Lucy Foley) debut mystery from Adam Kay, former doctor and BAFTA-winning author of This is Going to Hurt.
  • About the Author: Adam Kay is an award-winning writer and former non-award-winning doctor.
  • 336 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Thrillers

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About the Book



"When his toxic medical director dies of a heart attack, fellow doctor Eitan Rose smells foul play. Nobody else does, though, including some quite crucial players like the police and the medical examiner. So Eitan vows to uncover the truth himself. But Eitan's own past and reputation are far from spotless, despite his budding relationship with Cole, a handsome hospital porter, and reluctant camaraderie with his office mate, Margaret-with-the-cats. As his colleagues become increasingly concerned about his mental health, Eitan's investigation spirals out of control. Could a killer really be stalking the wards? Or is Eitan making a catastrophic mistake?"--



Book Synopsis



A chaotic young doctor might be the only person who can catch a killer in this "hilarious, macabre, and heartrending" (Lucy Foley) debut mystery from Adam Kay, former doctor and BAFTA-winning author of This is Going to Hurt.

"A thrilling, twisting mystery. . . . Impossibly funny but also deeply moving and often heartbreaking." ― Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of All the Colors of the Dark

When his toxic medical director dies of a heart attack, fellow doctor Eitan Rose smells foul play. Nobody else does, though, including some quite crucial players like the police and the medical examiner. So Eitan vows to uncover the truth himself.

But Eitan's own past and reputation are far from spotless, despite his budding relationship with Cole, a handsome hospital porter, and reluctant camaraderie with his office mate, Margaret-with-the-cats. As his colleagues become increasingly concerned about his mental health, Eitan's investigation spirals out of control. Could a killer really be stalking the wards? Or is Eitan making a catastrophic mistake?

For lovers of Listen for the Lie and My Sister, the Serial Killer, this fiendishly clever and deathly funny debut is filled with acerbic wit, lovable characters, and plenty of twists--alongside texts, transcripts, medical reports, and all the evidence you'll need to help solve this particularly nasty case.



Review Quotes




"[Eitan Rose] is mordantly funny, a wonderful guide through the underworld of the absurdities of care under the British National Health Service . . Rose and his new boyfriend, a hospital porter, are unlikely, but highly entertaining sleuths. A comic mystery in a fascinating setting, written by a former doctor."--Booklist (starred review)

"A brilliant, twisty, often hilarious tale that I could not put down. A filthy treat of a book."--Denise Mina, author of The Good Liar

"A work of fiendishly plotted genius: hilarious, macabre, and heartrending in equal measure."--Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Feast

"A thrilling, twisting mystery that kept me guessing until the very end. Of course it's impossibly funny, but it's also deeply moving and often heartbreaking."--Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of All the Colors of the Dark

"Amazing: so clever and funny. Medical knowledge twines the plot together like poison ivy, and I was gripped right up to the last minute."--Joanna Lumley, author of A Queen for All Seasons

"Brilliant, hilarious, ingenious and imaginative. It will make you laugh and weep."--Reverend Richard Coles, author of Murder Before Evensong

"I loved it. It's smart, fast-paced, moving and very funny."--Joanne Harris, author of Chocolat

"Multilayered, deeply compassionate, righteously angry and uproariously funny - absolutely brilliant."--Chris Brookmyre, author of The Cliff House

"Olympic-level black humour and blindsiding plot twists."--Jill Mansell, author of The Wedding of the Year

"Very funny, very rude, and very moving - a wonderful read."--Kate Mosse, author of The Ghost Ship

"Uproariously funny! Adam Kay introduces us to a uniquely lovable, not-so-amateur sleuth who is as recklessly heroic as he is human and flawed. I loved this heartfelt and wildly hilarious mystery, and I cheered for Eitan all the way through."--Elle Cosimano, New York Times bestselling author of Finlay Donovan Is Killing It



About the Author



Adam Kay is an award-winning writer and former non-award-winning doctor. He is the author of the international bestseller and AMC+ hit show This Is Going to Hurt. His books have sold more than five million copies globally and been translated into thirty-seven languages. He lives in Oxfordshire with his two children, dog, husband, and beloved BAFTA.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.2 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Thrillers
Publisher: Mulholland Books
Theme: Medical
Format: Hardcover
Author: Adam Kay
Language: English
Street Date: September 16, 2025
TCIN: 1002586761
UPC: 9780316597548
Item Number (DPCI): 247-19-1927
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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4.0 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews
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Unpredictable

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
carvanz - 19 days ago
I enjoyed A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay. Eitan Rose was a fascinatingly flawed protagonist, paranoid, stubborn, and deeply human. I found myself rooting for him even as I wondered if he was losing it. The hospital setting felt vivid and authentic, and the mix of dark humor and suspense had me laughing one moment and holding my breath the next. I particularly appreciated the clever twists and sharp observations that kept the story unpredictable. This was witty, gripping, and genuinely unputdownable.
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Suspenseful!

3 out of 5 stars
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JSunday - 19 days ago
This is a fast-paced thriller with a doctor who decides to investigate not one but two murders. There were lots of twists and turns. The story was captivating with a satisfactory ending.
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