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Billingsgate Shoal by Rick Boyer

My most interesting recent operation was quick, spontaneous, and without benefit of surgeon's tools or anesthetic. I cut a human head in two, right down the middle. Deliberately. The operation was a success because the patient died. Introduction  Billingsgate Shoal is a thrilling mystery novel by Rick Boyer, first published in 1982. This gripping tale introduces the character of Charles "Doc" Adams, an oral surgeon turned amateur detective, whose inquisitive nature leads him into a dark web of murder, conspiracy, and intrigue along the New England coast. Boyer’s blend of suspense, nautical detail, and psychological depth makes Billingsgate Shoal a standout entry in the mystery genre. The novel won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, which highlights its strong narrative and compelling character development. This review explores the novel’s synopsis, thematic depth, and overall contribution to crime fiction. Synopsis  Billingsgate Shoal opens with Charles "Doc"...