The Examiner: A Novel

By: Janice Hallett

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Synopsis: Told in emails, text messages, and essays, this unputdownable mystery follows a group of students in an art master&’s program that goes dangerously awry, from the internationally bestselling &“new queen of crime&” (Electric Literature) Janice Hallett.Gela Nathaniel, head of Royal Hastings University&’s new Multimedia Art course, must find six students from all walks of life across the United Kingdom for her new master&’s program before the university cuts her funding. The students are nothing but trouble from day one. There&’s Jem, a talented sculptor recently graduated from her university program and eager to make her mark as an artist at any cost. Jonathan, who has little experience aside from running his family&’s gallery. Patrick manages an art supply store, but can barely operate his phone, much less design software. Ludya is a single mother and graphic designer more interested in a paycheck than homework. Cameron is a marketing executive in search of a hobby or a career change. And Alyson, already a successful artist, seems to be overqualified. When the examiner, the man hired to grade students&’ final workssifts through the students&’ final essays, texts, and message boards, he becomes convinced that someone is in danger…or already dead. With her trademark &“witty, original&” (The New York Times) voice, Janice Hallett weaves a fresh and mind-bending page-turner that will keep you guessing until the final page.