As regular readers know, per the Double Wedding Band model (see here and here) I hypothesize that the 10-book Strike Series is written in two overlapping 7 part rings, with, in addition to the usual "leapfrog" pattern (even-numbered books connecting to evens; odds to odds) I am predicting thematic connections between the corresponding books on the ring. Thus, we saw lots of connections between Cuckoo's Calling (#1 on first ring) and Lethal White (#1 on second ring); between The Silkworm and Troubled Blood, between Career of Evil and The Ink Black Heart and between Lethal White and The Running Grave. Now, we are looking for connections between Troubled Blood and The Hallmarked Man. Even from the hints and previews I have identified two: (Spoiler warning):
Once upon a time, a fine fake-leather Sofa served a Denmark Street detectives' office, enthusiastically cheering on the PIs every time it was sat upon. Tragically, following some minor bomb damage, the Sofa was discarded by its owners. Happily, some cash-strapped Professors rescued it from the trash bin and, after a lot of TLC and adhesive vinyl, the Sofa was reborn. It now provides posterior respite for Faculty and Guests discussing their favorite books, film and television programs.
Countdown
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Pre-Hallmarked re-read of Troubled Blood starts July 21.
As I mentioned earlier, I am taking a break from blogging, then will resume with my final re-read before The Hallmarked Man: the book that probably gets the most votes for people's favorite of the series, that cold case marvel, Troubled Blood.
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