Bad Boy

The 19th DCI Banks novel from The Master of the Police Procedural
Series: DCI Banks
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Bad Boy by Peter Robinson is a gripping crime thriller that revolves around DCI Alan Banks. The storyline kicks off with a shocking gun crime that leads Banks into a tangled web of deceit and deception. As he navigates through the investigation, Banks faces personal challenges that put him on a collision course with both dangerous criminals and his own past.
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This gripping crime and thriller story by Peter Robinson may appeal to you if you enjoy intense detective mysteries filled with suspense. It delves into complex characters, unexpected twists, and the intricacies of a dangerous criminal underworld, making it perfect for those who love to get lost in a compelling, fast-paced narrative.

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Bad Boy

DCI Banks finds the crime too close to home in the 19th novel in the series - a number one bestseller.

DCI Banks finds the crime too close to home in the 19th novel in the series - a number one bestseller.

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Banks isn't back, and that's the problem.

If DCI Alan Banks had been in his office when his old neighbour came calling, perhaps it would have turned out differently.

Perhaps an innocent man would still be alive.

And perhaps Banks's daughter wouldn't be on the run with a wanted man.

But Banks is on holiday, blissfully unaware of the terrible chain of events set in motion by the discovery of a loaded gun in a young woman's bedroom, and his daughter's involvement with the ultimate bad boy...

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Bad Boy by Peter Robinson is praised for its tight plotting and engaging storytelling, appealing both to long-time fans of Inspector Banks and to newcomers. The narrative is described as engrossing and well-crafted, with multi-layered plots and believable characters. Critics appreciate Robinson's intelligent writing and his ability to create a vivid sense of place.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340836972

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 April 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Illustration: none

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 311g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Peter Robinson grew up in Yorkshire, and now divides his time between Richmond and Canada. There are nineteen books in the bestselling Inspector Banks series - the critically acclaimed crime novels have won numerous awards and are published in translation all over the world.

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