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Still Life

thrilling and page-turning crime fiction from the author of the bestselling Inspector Gamache novels
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In Still Life by Louise Penny, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is dispatched to the tranquil village of Three Pines in Quebec, where a local artist is found dead in suspicious circumstances. As Gamache delves deeper into the seemingly idyllic community, he uncovers hidden secrets and simmering tensions. This debut crime novel sets the stage for a captivating investigation full of nuances and character depth.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by cosy mysteries set in a quaint village with a strong sense of community and complex characters. This story offers a fascinating blend of suspense and intelligence, unraveling a murder in a way that keeps you engaged and guessing.

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Still Life

Gripping, complex and beautifully written, and featuring the beloved Chief Inspector Gamache, STILL LIFE is the first novel from number one New York Times bestselling author Louise Penny.

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'A cracking storyteller, who can create fascinating characters, a twisty plot and wonderful surprise endings' ANN CLEEVES

'One of the most interesting detectives in crime fiction' THE TIMES

There is more to solving a crime than following the clues.

Welcome to Chief Inspector Gamache's world of facts and feelings.

The discovery of a dead body in the woods on Thanksgiving Weekend brings Chief Inspector Armand Gamache and his colleagues to a place called Three Pines. Gamache cannot understand why anyone would want to deliberately kill well-loved artist Jane Neal, especially any of the residents of the villageโ€”a place so free from crime it doesn't even have its own police force.

But Gamache knows that evil is lurking somewhere behind the white picket fences and that, if he watches closely enough, Three Pines will start to give up its dark secrets...

Millions of readers worldwide.
One inimitable Chief Inspector Gamache.

Series: Chief Inspector Gamache

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Still Life is notable for its cleverness and intricate plot twists that keep readers engaged. The writing style is elegant and satisfying, with the character of Gamache described as contemplative and appealing. The book is richly atmospheric with a suspenseful plot and captivating characters, offering a delightful blend of clever plotting and evocative descriptions.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529386691

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Louise Penny is an international award-winning and bestselling author whose books have hit number one on the New York Times, USA Today and Globe and Mail lists. Her Chief Inspector Gamache novels have been translated into thirty-one languages and have sold over 18 million copies worldwide. She has received the Ordre National du Quebec and the Order of Canada for her contributions to Canadian culture. In 2021, she co-authored the standalone thriller State of Terror with Hillary Rodham Clinton. Louise Penny lives in a village south of Montreal.

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