In a Lonely Place

In the late 1940s, Dix Steele, a former fighter pilot, moves to Los Angeles to start a new life, but the city is gripped by fear of a serial killer. When he bumps into his old friend Brub, a detective on the case, he is excited to follow the police's progress and uncover a dark and terrible truth.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2023
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

The captivating new crime and espionage series from Penguin Classics presents a tantalizing prospect. Set in the late 1940s, Los Angeles is plagued by the haunting presence of a serial killer who prowls the foggy streets at night, instilling fear in the hearts of its inhabitants. Dix Steele, a former fighter pilot, relocates to the city in search of a fresh start after the war. However, the city is gripped by an overwhelming sense of terror as a murderer lurks among its midst. Undeterred by the danger, Dix is intrigued and eager to accompany his old friend, Brub, a detective on the trail of the culprit. As they delve deeper into the investigation, a dark and terrifying truth emerges, unveiling a noir novel like no other. The characters are complex, the plot is intricate, and the atmosphere is suspenseful, making this series a must-read for fans of the genre. Prepare to be immersed in a world of mystery and intrigue as Penguin Classics brings you this thrilling new series.

Weight: 182g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241639184