Rocco and the Nightingale

When a minor Paris criminal is found stabbed in the neck, Inspector Lucas Rocco is called off to watch over a Gabonese government minister, hiding out in France following a coup. He also discovers that there is a contract on his head taken out by an Algerian gang leader with a personal grudge against him.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2021
Publisher: Canelo

When a minor Paris criminal is found stabbed in the neck on a country lane in Picardie, it appears to be another case for Inspector Lucas Rocco. However, his attention is diverted to overseeing a Gabonese government minister who has sought refuge in France after a vicious coup. As if that weren't enough to keep him occupied, Rocco uncovers a contract on his head, placed by an Algerian gang leader with a personal grudge against him. With time running out, he must catch a murderer and save his own life, facing unprecedented challenges and testing his limits.

This captivating historical crime thriller is a must-read for fans of Agatha Christie, Donna Leon, and Maigret. Set in the picturesque landscapes of Picardie and featuring intricate plot twists and memorable characters, it promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800326170