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Inspector French and the Crime at Guildford

Inspector French and the Crime at Guildford

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In 2020, to commemorate the publishing centenary of Freeman Wills Crofts, six classic crime novels featuring Inspector French are being released. "The King of Detective Story Writers" is one of them, where a jewelry firm's accountant is found dead at the managing director's Guildford home, leading to a murder inquiry. Meanwhile, Chief Inspector French investigates a sensational burglary of half a million pounds worth of jewels from an office in London's Kingsway, and must determine the connection between the theft and the murder.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 336 pages
\n Publication date: 03 September 2020
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
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To celebrate the publishing centenary of Freeman Wills Crofts, the 'King of Detective Story Writers', this is one of six classic crime novels being issued in 2020 featuring Inspector French, set to make its television debut soon.

A weekend board meeting at a jewelry firm brings the accountant to the impressive Guildford home of the managing director. However, on the Sunday morning, he is found dead, sparking a murder inquiry by the local police.

Meanwhile, Chief Inspector French is delving into the sensational burglary of half a million pounds worth of jewels from the safe of an office in London's Kingsway. With the clock ticking, French must untangle the connection between the theft and the murder as he embarks on a perilous chase to track down the criminals.

This thrilling novel delves into the depths of mystery and suspense, showcasing Inspector French's exceptional skills and determination as he navigates through a web of lies and treachery. The characters are well-developed, and the plot keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

As we commemorate the legacy of Freeman Wills Crofts, this classic crime novel offers a glimpse into the timeless appeal of detective stories and the enduring influence of this legendary writer. Prepare to be transported back to a time when the stakes were high, and the consequences were dire, as Inspector French unravels the truth behind these two captivating crimes.

\n Weight: 246g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780008393243\n \n

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