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Description of  The Lifers' Club: An ancient site, a modern murder

Readers of Pryor’s lyrical nonfiction will not be surprised to find that his deft pacing and approachable voice work so well in novel form. The characters, particularly principled curmudgeon Alan Cadbury, are realistic and engaging. The setting is compelling. The story rips along. But it’s the archaeology that makes this mystery unique. Masterfully woven in throughout, archaeology is not only integral to the plot but brings out patterns of privilege, assimilation, and survival that run from Britain’s deep history to today. Can't wait for the sequel.