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Inspector French: A Losing Game

Inspector French: A Losing Game

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Inspector French is featured in a classic crime novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, "The King of Detective Story Writers," which will soon be adapted for television. When moneylender Albert Reeve adds blackmail to his activities and dies in a fire, Tony Meadows is accused of murder. Luckily, his sister remembers Inspector French and asks for his help, fearing a miscarriage of justice. French agrees to commence one of his most challenging investigations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


A timeless masterpiece of detective fiction, penned by the legendary Freeman Wills Crofts, is set to grace the small screen soon. The story revolves around the enigmatic Inspector French, a character who has captured the hearts of readers for decades.

In a surprising turn of events, moneylender Albert Reeve has expanded his repertoire of illicit activities to include blackmail. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when his cottage is engulfed in flames, resulting in his tragic demise within the inferno. This sudden and tragic incident sends shockwaves through the lives of his victims, particularly Tony Meadows, who finds himself unjustly accused of murder.

Fortunately, Meadows has a lifeline in the form of his sister, who remembers Inspector French and implores him for assistance. Recognizing the potential for a miscarriage of justice, French agrees to embark on one of his most challenging investigations to date.

As he delves deeper into the case, French encounters a web of deceit and treachery that threatens to unravel the truth. With his keen intellect and unwavering determination, he navigates through a maze of lies and false leads, piecing together the fragments of evidence to expose the real culprit behind the crime.

The King of Detective Story Writers is a gripping tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Inspector French on his quest for justice. The television adaptation promises to bring this timeless classic to a new generation of viewers, capturing the essence of the original story while adding a modern twist to keep it relevant and engaging.

Weight: 190g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008554187

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