Private Lessons: A DI Garibaldi Novel

A hungover jogger discovers a dead body in Barnes Old Common Cemetery, a long-abandoned Gothic graveyard frequented by druggies and drunkards. The victim has spent the summer working for the wealthy Rivetti family in Italy, and his bosses at the high-end Forum Tutorial Agency appear to have something to hide. D I Garibaldi, the Met's only non-driving, country music-loving detective, is tasked with unraveling the complex workings of the private tuition company, the Forum Agency.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: Muswell Press

On a crisp autumnal Sunday morning, a hungover jogger stumbles upon a lifeless body, covered in blood, in the abandoned Barnes Old Common Cemetery, a notorious Gothic graveyard known for its association with drug addicts and alcoholics. The victim, who had spent the summer working for the wealthy Rivetti family in Italy, appears to have a hidden connection to his bosses at the high-end Forum Tutorial Agency. Furthermore, his old friends, whom he had partied with the night before, become unusually reticent when questioned about their involvement.

Enter Detective Inspector Garibaldi, the Metropolitan Police's only non-driving, country music-loving detective. His first task is to delve into the intricate workings of the private tuition company, the Forum Agency. As he investigates, Garibaldi uncovers a web of secrets and lies that extends far beyond the boundaries of the company. He discovers a network of corruption and deception that involves influential politicians, wealthy businessmen, and even members of the police force.

Garibaldi's investigation takes him on a perilous journey through the dark underbelly of London, where he encounters a cast of characters that include shady businessmen, ruthless gangsters, and mysterious women. He must use all of his skills and resources to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice. Along the way, he must also confront his own demons and personal struggles, as he battles his addiction to alcohol and his feelings for a woman who may be involved in the crime.

In the end, Garibaldi emerges as a hero, using his unique skills and knowledge to expose the truth and bring the guilty to justice. His investigation not only solves the case but also sheds light on the darker side of London's society and the corrupt forces that operate within it.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781739638221