Brothers In Law(Updated) by HenryCecil Paperback, 258 Pages, Published 2008 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-046-4, ISBN: 1-84232-046-7
"Roger Thursby, aged twenty-four, is called to the bar. He is young, inexperienced and his love life is complicated. He blunders his way through a succession of comic adventures including his calamitous debut at the bar. His career takes an upward turn when he is chosen to defend the caddish Alfred Greenat at the Old Bailey. In this first Roger Thursby novel Henry Cecil satires the legal profession with his usual wit and insight."
Full Circle (Paperback) by HenryCecil Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2000 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-054-9, ISBN: 1-84232-054-8
"“You'd got to the point where they were walking across the Park to go to Mary
Sugden's,” said the girl. “Then you really were listening,” said the Professor. “Well
– well – well. All right then, I'll start from there.” The Professor repeated the last
few ..."
Three of the Best Brothers in Law, Friends at Court, and Settled out of Court by HenryCecil Paperback, 498 Pages, Published 1986 by Ravette Publishing Ltd ISBN-13: 978-0-948456-20-6, ISBN: 0-948456-20-5
The Painswick Line(Updated) (Mr. Tewkesbury) by HenryCecil Paperback, 228 Pages, Published 2009 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-061-7, ISBN: 1-84232-061-0
"Lucy Meeson-Smith works at a big bookmakers and always manages to back the back winners. Her employers become suspicious and take her to court for fraud. At her trial it is revealed that her father, a vicar, studies form avidly and is a brilliant tipster (though he himself is not a betting man). The judge in the case, Mr Justice Painswick is most intrigued by the evidence. His own personal life is complicated by his son - a thoroughgoin ..."
Settled Out Of Court(Updated) (Mr. Tewkesbury) by HenryCecil Paperback, 208 Pages, Published 2000 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-063-1, ISBN: 1-84232-063-7
"Lonsdale Walsh is a rich financier who is wrongly imprisoned for murder. From his prison cell, Lonsdale hatches an intricate plan to stage his own retrial at a secret location. Find out if Lonsdale can secure an acquittal and relish the further unexpected twists that are to be revealed."
Tell You What I'll Do(Updated) by HenryCecil Paperback, 234 Pages, Published 2000 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-065-5, ISBN: 1-84232-065-3
"Have you anybody in your office who would recognise his voice, please? I don't
mind if it is unusual. There are a lot of things in life that are unusual. But, if you
want to know, I think this man may be a spy. Now kindly tell me, have you
anybody ..."
Ways And Means by HenryCecil 198 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2953-9, ISBN: 0-7551-2953-9
"This is the first episode in a fascinating plot which has our two heroes using the law to plan ever more convoluted and intricate ways to make their way in the world without working."
Tell You What I'll Do by HenryCecil 230 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2949-2, ISBN: 0-7551-2949-0
"'I know what I'm talking about,' said the colonel, 'and I think you know too. I don't
believe you're a canon at all.' On this occasion the ... Now kindly tell me, have you
anybody in the office who would recognise Canon Abdale's voice? Not at the ..."
Much In Evidence by HenryCecil 212 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2941-6, ISBN: 0-7551-2941-5
"His insurance company pays up - but they are highly suspicious. It would appear that a series of bald and lame men have been making dubious insurance claims. In this hilarious trial novel we see how amazing coincidences can really happen."
Colonel Brain According to the Evidence 3 by HenryCecil 214 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2930-0, ISBN: 0-7551-2930-X
"The right of Henry Cecil to be identified as the author of this work has been
asserted. This edition published in 2011 by House of Stratus, an imprint of Stratus
Books Ltd., Lisandra House, Fore Street, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1AD, UK. Typeset
by ..."
Colonel Brain Ser. Natural Causes by HenryCecil 236 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2942-3, ISBN: 0-7551-2942-3
"Now, I'm trusting you, Frank. I want what you'll really say – nothing fancy dished
up for my benefit. Will you do it?' 'Of course, if you want, but I'd rather not.' 'Well – I
do want – and don't forget – a true bill, Frank – I trust you, mind you.' 'All right,'
said the Editor, and he got down to it. To Frank's surprise, Mr Bean did not
instantly dismiss him when he read his obituary notice. On the contrary, he
thanked him warmly. ..."
Cross Purposes by HenryCecil 208 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2934-8, ISBN: 0-7551-2934-2
"Henry Cecil. fall under suspicion. Thus Alexander Bean becomes involved in a
story that runs out of control for all those ... No Fear or Favour 'If everyone had a
perfectly clear conscience, the blackmailer would have no chance'. ... Written with
cracking pace and full of unexpected twists, paradoxes and subtleties the book
will."
The Asking Price by HenryCecil 198 Pages, Published 2012 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-0-7551-2931-7, ISBN: 0-7551-2931-8
"'So you want to sell your house,' said Mr Highcastle. 'Please sit down.' The
customer sat. 'May I have your full name, please?' 'Ronald Timothy Holbrook.' '
And your address, Mr Holbrook?' 'It's Colonel, as a matter of fact.' 'Sorry, Colonel."
The Buttercup Spell(Updated) (Paperback) by HenryCecil Paperback, 180 Pages, Published 2009 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-047-1, ISBN: 1-84232-047-5
"Henry Cecil ... With a collection of eccentric and amusing characters, Henry Cecil
brings to life the trials in a County Court and exposes ... His career takes an
upward turn when he is chosen to defend the caddish Alfred Green at the Old
Bailey."
Portrait Of A Judge by HenryCecil Hardcover, 222 Pages, Published 2008 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-062-4, ISBN: 1-84232-062-9
"Henry Cecil. Striking. the. Balance. 'My Lord,' says the foreman of the jury, 'one of
the jury has met the prisoner.' 'Very proper of you to tell me,' says the judge. 'The
juryman in question had better stand down.' At the same time in another Court ..."
On the Level by HenryCecil Paperback, 208 Pages, Published 1985 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-586-06344-6, ISBN: 0-586-06344-7
No Bail For The Judge(Updated) (Colonel Brain) by HenryCecil Paperback, 202 Pages, Published 2008 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-059-4, ISBN: 1-84232-059-9
"A dour and highly respected High Court judge finds himself on trial for the murder of a prostitute. He has no recollection of the events leading up to the murder, so believes he may be guilty. His daughter, however, is convinced of his innocence, so she enlists the help of a petty thief to help solve the complex mystery."
Sober As A Judge(Updated) by HenryCecil Paperback, 210 Pages, Published 2000 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-064-8, ISBN: 1-84232-064-5
"Roger Thursby, the hero of 'Brothers in Law' and 'Friends at Court', continues his career as a High Court judge. He presides over a series of unusual cases, including a professional debtor and an action about a consignment of oranges which turned to juice before delivery. There is a delightful succession of eccentric witnesses as the reader views proceedings from the bench."
The Wanted Man(Updated) 8.95 (Paperback) by HenryCecil Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2000 by House Of Stratus ISBN-13: 978-1-84232-068-6, ISBN: 1-84232-068-8
"'The truth of the matter is that I wanted to get this place warmed up ready for her
to come to. I wanted to get to know people first so that she could really call it
home when she arrived. Everybody's been extremely nice to me and I'm sure
they'll ..."
Daughters in Law(Reprint) by HenryCecil Paperback, 186 Pages, Published 1991 by Intl Polygonics Ltd Audiobook ISBN-13: 978-1-55882-105-7, ISBN: 1-55882-105-8