Mania [Print on Demand (Paperback)]

Wentworth M Johnson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 30, 2002

Prompted by the unearthing of a human skull in the woods near his house, Bill Reyner begins an investigation into a 20-year-old unsolved murder. Unlike the police, he becomes involved with the characters associated with the deed. His entanglement deepens, as does his knowledge of the case. Joining the deadly and insane cult, he intends to trap them, only to find the tables are turned and he becomes the quarry. At every turn, the Mania is ahead of him. With full knowledge of their actions but no physical evidence, he has nowhere to hide and no one to call for help. Bill's only option is to fight them on their own terms.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Print on Demand (Paperback): 230 pages
• Publisher: E-Booksonline (UK) Ltd (November 30, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1903949203
• ISBN-13: 978-1903949207
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,356,189 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Suspenseful Adventure from the Bill Reyner Mystery Series, April 22, 2011

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This review is from: Mania (Paperback)

In Mania, Wentworth M. Johnson continues the story of Bill Reyner, to whom readers were first introduced in Fiend's Gold, chronicling his investigation of a murder that has gone unsolved for twenty years, prompted by the discovery of a human skull in the woods near his house. What ensues is a suspenseful mystery, which Reyner amusingly touts the "Heads Up Mystery," delivered to readers by master of the genre, Wentworth M. Johnson, whose prowess for mystery writing has consistently enthralled and captivated readers.

Gran and readers' favorite detective in training, Bill, becomes intrigued by the news story about the unearthed skull, identified by dental records as belonging to Mary Bean, a fifteen year old girl who disappeared on her way home from church, and decide to do some investigation of their own. Although a 20 year-old case is often hopeless, the duo is fresh off their success in solving a 200 year-old case in Fiend's Gold, encouraging them to tackle a seemingly impossible case. As they search through the insurmountable amount of research at the library and interviewing the people of the community, Reyner and Gran make acquaintances and friends along the way, most notably that of North East, known to everyone as Newf, a young man with a speech pattern that is "unusual" and "at times difficult to understand," who offers his help.

As Bill investigates, the name TOD keeps appearing, making him curious as to what exactly the TOD is. Newf informs him that it stands for Temple of Dominance, a cult-like church that reads from the "Book of Mania," has vestal virgins, high drama, and bizarrely ritualistic order. As Bill infiltrates their ranks and learns more disturbing secrets about the TOD, readers are left breathless as suspense and tensions mount. Mania leaves readers eager for the next installment in the Bill Reyner mystery adventure series, Edinburgh Cuckoos.

5.0 out of 5 stars Mania for Bill Reyner Mystery Books, November 24, 2009

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Beth Roberts (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mania (Paperback)

Another fabulous episode in the life of Bill Reyner. This is the second book in the series. I love these well-written adventure-mysteries. The language used is clean and perfect for young adults and those with a mind to solve a mystery and to enjoy some action-adventure with the well-formed principal character, Bill Reyner. The suspense is sufficient to keep the reader's mind activated and constantly looking for clues. A great read for all ages. I can't wait for the next one!