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Title: Author Paul Ashford Releases Literary Thriller The Book of Names Exploring Identity, Secrecy and the Power of Language

Finnieston, London, United Kingdom, 12th Sep 2026 — Author Paul Ashford has released The Book of Names, a contemporary literary thriller published by Caryddwen Publishing. The novel explores identity, secrecy and the potential influence of language through a story centred on a mysterious leather bound manuscript.The Book of Names: Some secrets should never be uttered begins with a chance meeting on a rain soaked Parisian street between a dishevelled former convict and a bankrupt aristocrat. Their encounter sets in motion a chain of events involving a decaying château, a disputed fortune and a manuscript known as The Book of Names.At the centre of the story is the manuscript, an object that attracts the attention of individuals and powerful interests who believe its contents may possess significant influence. As the mystery surrounding the book develops, an unlikely group of characters becomes connected to its secrets.The story brings together the two men from the Paris street, a skilled thief, a reflective chef and three women connected to a vanished martial tradition. Their paths converge as they confront competing interests while attempting to understand the significance of the manuscript and the claims surrounding it.Set largely in contemporary France, The Book of Names combines elements of literary thriller, satire and intrigue. Through its characters and unfolding mystery, the novel considers how identity can be shaped by secrecy and how names and language may influence perception, relationships and power.Paul Ashford's novel places language at the heart of its narrative, examining the idea that words and names can carry influence beyond their ordinary meaning. The result is a story that combines mystery and character driven intrigue with broader questions about id...

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