Description
Explore the gripping world of A Taste for Death, a masterful novel by P.D. James, perfect for fans of crime fiction. This compelling tale is not just a murder mystery but a deep dive into the human psyche and the dark recesses of society. Set in the somber backdrop of St Matthew's Church in Paddington, the story opens with a shocking scene: two men discovered in a pool of blood, their throats savagely slashed. One victim, Sir Paul Berowne, a baronet and former Minister of the Crown, represents the facade of societal respectability. In stark contrast, his companion, an alcoholic vagrant, shatters the illusion of class divisions. As the brilliant Detective Adam Dalgliesh takes on this complex case, readers are drawn into layers of intrigue that peel back the seemingly genteel lifestyle of the Berowne family, revealing disturbing secrets beneath. This award-winning narrative, recognized with the CWA Crime Awards Silver Dagger, combines meticulous characterization with a richly woven plot that keeps you guessing until the very end. Join Dalgliesh and his adept team as they navigate a labyrinth of deception, delving into themes of morality and guilt that resonate long after the last page. Perfect for enthusiasts of British detective novels, A Taste for Death is a must-have addition to your library. Available in brand new condition, this hardcover edition published by Faber in 2019 spans 656 pages of engrossing storytelling. Order now for timely delivery to your doorstep and experience the chilling brilliance of this literary classic.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571350742
Year: 2019
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 656
Description:
Winner of the CWA Crime Awards Silver Dagger
Two men lie in a welter of blood in the vestry of St Matthew's Church, Paddington, thier throats brutally slashed. One is Sir Paul Berowne, a baronet and recently-resigned Minister of the Crown, the other an alcoholic vagrant.
Dalgliesh and his team, set up to investigate crimes of particular sensitivity, are faced with a case of extraordinary complexity as they discover the Berowne family's veneer of prosperous gentility conceals ugly and dangerous secrets.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571350742
Year: 2019
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 656
Description:
Winner of the CWA Crime Awards Silver Dagger
Two men lie in a welter of blood in the vestry of St Matthew's Church, Paddington, thier throats brutally slashed. One is Sir Paul Berowne, a baronet and recently-resigned Minister of the Crown, the other an alcoholic vagrant.
Dalgliesh and his team, set up to investigate crimes of particular sensitivity, are faced with a case of extraordinary complexity as they discover the Berowne family's veneer of prosperous gentility conceals ugly and dangerous secrets.