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Cover Her Face

The classic country house murder mystery from the 'Queen of English crime' (Guardian)
By P. D. James
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Cover Her Face by P. D. James is a gripping crime novel that introduces readers to the astute detective Adam Dalgliesh. A young, unwed mother working as a maid is murdered in a seemingly peaceful English village. As Dalgliesh delves into the lives of the inhabitants, dark secrets and hidden tensions come to light, leading him to unravel a web of motives and relationships.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy intricate whodunits set in the traditional English countryside, complete with a cast of compelling characters and expertly woven suspense. The novel combines classic detective fiction elements with a deep exploration of human motives, making it a captivating read for crime and thriller enthusiasts.

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P.D. James's debut novel, the first Adam Dalgliesh mystery is a thrilling work of crime fiction set in the English countryside, from the bestselling author of Death Comes to Pemberley and Children of Men.

Cover Her Face is P.D. James's debut novel, the first Adam Dalgliesh mystery and a thrilling work of crime fiction set in the English countryside, from the bestselling author of Death Comes to Pemberley and Children of Men.

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St Cedd's Church fete has been held in the grounds of Martingale manor house for generations. As if organising stalls, as well as presiding over luncheon, the bishop and the tea tent, were not enough for Mrs Maxie on that mellow July afternoon, she also has to contend with the news of her son's sudden engagement to her new parlour maid, Sally Jupp.

On the following morning, the village is shocked by the discovery of Sally's body. Investigating the violent death at the manor house, Detective Chief-Inspector Adam Dalgliesh is embroiled in the complicated passions beneath the calm surface of English village life.

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Cover Her Face by P. D. James is widely praised in the crime and thriller community for its intelligent plot and complex characters. Critics commend James for her detailed and atmospheric writing, describing the book as a classic example of the detective genre, introducing the insightful detective Adam Dalgliesh. The novel's intricate storyline and the way it explores social and personal conflicts receive particular acclaim, making it a compelling read for aficionados of crime fiction.

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ISBN: 9780571350773

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main - Re-issue

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

P. D. James was a bestselling and internationally acclaimed crime writer. She was the creator of Adam Dalgliesh and Cordelia Gray, and their long and successful series of mysteries. Her works include Cover Her Face (1962), An Unsuitable Job for a Woman (1972), Innocent Blood (1980), Children of Men (1992), and the Jane Austen-inspired Death Comes to Pemberley (2011).

James was born in Oxford in 1920. She won awards for crime writing in Britain, America, Italy and Scandinavia, including the Mystery Writers of America Grandmaster Award. She received honorary degrees from seven British universities, was awarded an OBE in 1983 and created a life peer in 1991. In 1997 she was elected President of the Society of Authors, and stood down from this role in 2013.

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