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Maigret is Afraid

Inspector Maigret #42
By Georges Simenon
Series: Inspector Maigret
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Maigret is Afraid by Georges Simenon follows Inspector Maigret as he revisits a small provincial town where a series of murders has the community on edge. As he grapples with the tense atmosphere and encounters old acquaintances, Maigret seeks to uncover the unsettling truth amidst a backdrop of fear and suspicion. The novel intricately weaves a tale of psychological depth and suspense.
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This gripping crime thriller by Georges Simenon may appeal to you if you enjoy atmospheric mysteries with a tense psychological edge. The story follows a seasoned detective grappling with his own fears while piecing together a puzzling crime, offering a deep dive into human nature and the inner workings of the criminal mind. Fans of character-driven narratives set against a richly described backdrop will find this a compelling read.

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Maigret is Afraid

The mood of the town was still jittery. It was all very well for people to go about their day-to-day activities as usual, there was a certain anxiety in people's eyes and they seemed to be walking faster, as if they were afraid the murderer would suddenly appear. Maigret would have sworn the housewives didn't normally stand around on the doorsteps talking in hushed tones.

An impromptu visit to an old school friend in the Vendee draws Maigret into a disturbing local investigation.

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An impromptu visit to an old school friend in the Vendee draws Maigret into a disturbing local investigation.

The mood of the town was still jittery. It was all very well for people to go about their day-to-day activities as usual, but there was a certain anxiety in people's eyes, and they seemed to be walking faster, as if they were afraid the murderer would suddenly appear. Maigret would have sworn the housewives didn't normally stand around on the doorsteps talking in hushed tones.

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Maigret is Afraid by Georges Simenon highlights Simenon's masterful storytelling and economy of writing style. Critics frequently celebrate his ability to create atmospheric settings and explore deep human psychology. The Maigret series is praised for being timeless and transporting readers to mid-20th century Paris, with its intricate depiction of crime and culture. Simenon's works are recognised for their compelling narratives and have earned him a place among the greatest literary figures, praised for their rich detail and compelling exploration of human nature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241277485

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ros Schwartz
  • Translated by Ros Schwartz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 134g

Pages: 176

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Georges Simenon Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Inspector Maigret

About the Author

Georges Simenon (Author) Georges Simenon was born in Li ge, Belgium, in 1903. He is best known in Britain as the author of the Maigret novels and his prolific output of over 400 novels and short stories have made him a household name in continental Europe. He died in 1989 in Lausanne, Switzerland, where he had lived for the latter part of his life.

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