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A rule against murder

byLouise Penny

Genres: Thriller Mystery Crime Psychological Thrillers Detective Fiction Police Procedurals

Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy atmospheric mysteries with rich character development and intricate plots.

Topics JusticeBetrayalHuman Nature

MoodSuspenseful

ViolenceModerate

In this classic drawing room mystery, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is looking forward to celebrating his wedding anniversary at the remote, luxurious Manoir Bellechasse. As Gamache's holiday becomes a busman's anniversary, he learns that the seemingly p

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Published on

01/01/2009

Pages

322

Format

Hardcover

ISBN

9780312377021

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