{"product_id":"2026100006447-secondhand-the-anathema-stone","title":"The Anathema Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good. Jacket: Worn\/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. No stickers or library markings visible. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA taut crime novel set against the atmospheric backdrop of rural England, The Anathema Stone by John Buxton Hilton follows Detective Superintendent Simon Kenworthy as he investigates a baffling case rooted in ancient local superstition. Hilton masterfully weaves together the sinister folklore of a cursed stone with modern-day murder, creating a narrative that is as intellectually compelling as it is suspenseful. Known for his meticulous plotting and richly drawn characters, Hilton presents a mystery that peels back the layers of a tight-knit community concealing dark secrets. The novel stands as a fine example of the classic British detective genre, balancing procedural rigour with a deeply evocative sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48888000479451,"sku":"2026100006447-SECONDHAND","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/a8d9144d-f841-498e-9543-dc0b6b370877.png?v=1781752103","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100006447-secondhand-the-anathema-stone","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}