1 / 4A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay
A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay is a comic medical thriller about doctor Eitan Rose, who suspects foul play after a hospital consultant dies. Its premise combines a chaotic murder investigation with questions about Rose’s judgement and wellbeing.
At a glance
- Medical mystery follows Eitan Rose as he investigates a hospital consultant’s death despite scepticism from others.
- The publisher describes the novel as mixing mystery, murder and medicine with comic elements.
- Written by Adam Kay, author of This Is Going to Hurt.
Reference price: €12.82
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The medical setting and amateur investigation give the mystery a specific workplace backdrop.
- Customer feedback reports that the book is hilarious and entertaining, which may suit readers looking for comedy alongside a mystery.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Orion |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 28 August 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1398704407 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1398704404 |
| Weight listed | 542 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.38 x 1.26 x 9.29 inches |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Customer feedback is divided on the content and plot. Some readers find the plot ludicrous, while others enjoy the book. Opinions on value for money also differ.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights humour and an entertaining read, but reactions to the content and plot are mixed. Some readers call the plot ludicrous, and opinions on value differ. The positive comments may appeal to readers after a comic medical mystery, while the mixed responses suggest the irreverent approach and storyline will not suit everyone.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as hilarious and entertaining to read.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback is divided on the content and plot, with some readers describing the plot as ludicrous.
- Opinions on value for money differ.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Particularly Nasty Case about?
Doctor Eitan Rose suspects foul play after a hospital consultant dies, and pursues an investigation that others do not take seriously.
Is the book comic or serious?
The listing presents it as a mix of mystery, murder and medicine with comic elements. Customer feedback reports that many find it hilarious, though reactions to the content and plot are mixed.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 336 pages.
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