Baptiste: The Blade Must Fall: The official prequel to the hit television show

The prequel to the hit television show "France, 1976" follows the story of Baptiste, an intelligent but naive detective sent to work in Clermiers, a town filled with corruption. When a girl goes missing and is presumed dead, Baptiste believes he has nailed the culprit, Gilles Mailloux, and is shocked when the public calls for the guillotine. As Mailloux awaits his appeal, he asks to see Baptiste, who begins to realize he may have made a terrible mistake.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2024
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

The captivating prequel to the beloved television series, "France, 1976," delves into the intriguing life of Baptiste, an intelligent but somewhat innocent detective, assigned to work in the corrupt town of Clermiers. Amidst a backdrop of political turmoil and societal unrest, a young girl goes missing, presumed dead after gruesome clothing is discovered near an illicit party near an abandoned chateau. With unwavering determination, Baptiste believes he has identified the culprit as the eccentric Gilles Mailloux, and he is confident of his conviction. However, as Mailloux awaits his appeal for clemency, he requests a meeting with Baptiste, who is still haunted by the unresolved mystery of the girl's disappearance. As the execution hour draws near, Baptiste begins to realize the gravity of his mistake and the potential consequences of his actions. The story unfolds with a tense atmosphere, as Baptiste races against time to unravel the truth and save the innocent girl from the gallows. With its intricate plot, compelling characters, and historical setting, "France, 1976: The Prequel" is a must-watch for fans of the original series and anyone who appreciates a thrilling and suspenseful crime drama.

The captivating prequel to the beloved television series, "France, 1976," delves into the intriguing life of Baptiste, an intelligent but somewhat innocent detective, assigned to work in the corrupt town of Clermiers. Amidst a backdrop of political turmoil and societal unrest, a young girl goes missing, presumed dead after gruesome clothing is discovered near an illicit party near an abandoned chateau. With unwavering determination, Baptiste believes he has identified the culprit as the eccentric Gilles Mailloux, and he is confident of his conviction. However, as Mailloux awaits his appeal for clemency, he requests a meeting with Baptiste, who is still haunted by the unresolved mystery of the girl's disappearance. As the execution hour draws near, Baptiste begins to realize the gravity of his mistake and the potential consequences of his actions. The story unfolds with a tense atmosphere, as Baptiste races against time to unravel the truth and save the innocent girl from the gallows. With its intricate plot, compelling characters, and historical setting, "France, 1976: The Prequel" is a must-watch for fans of the original series and anyone who appreciates a thrilling and suspenseful crime drama.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398718043