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A Little White Death

By John Lawton
Series: Inspector Troy series
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In A Little White Death by John Lawton, Inspector Troy navigates a complex world of espionage and scandal in 1960s London. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, Troy is caught in a web of political intrigue, dealing with controversial figures, covert operations, and personal challenges. As Troy unravels the layers of secrecy, he confronts the moral ambiguities and dangers of his profession.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this gripping tale if you appreciate historical fiction set in a vividly portrayed 1960s Britain. It offers an intriguing blend of political intrigue, espionage, and complex characters navigating a world of secrets and lies.

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A Little White Death

1963: A Tory government beset by a defection, sexual scandal, cover-up and a ministerial resignation - Frederick Troy, now Britain's most senior police detective, unravels a trail that leads to death at the very heart of the Establishment and a failing administration.

1963: A Tory government beset by a defection, sexual scandal, cover-up and a ministerial resignation - Frederick Troy, now Britain's most senior police detective, unravels a trail that leads to death at the very heart of the Establishment and a failing administration.

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A Little White Death is set in an England on the verge of explosion, while Inspector Troy is engaged in a personal battle against ill-health. During his medical leave, Scotland Yard files charges against an acquaintance of his—a hedonistic doctor with a penchant for voyeurism and young women. These women are entangled in affairs with a senior official at the Foreign Office as well as a KGB agent.

On the eve of the verdict, a peculiar double case of suicide draws Troy back into active duty. The case extends beyond bedroom escapades, uncovering layers of double-crosses and clandestine deals within the halls of power, not to mention murder.

Troy must navigate through these treacherous waters, coming to grips with just how far the English are willing to go to bury a scandal.

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A Little White Death by John Lawton is widely praised for its authentic depiction of a society on the cusp of change, blending historical threads into a compelling narrative. It captivates with themes of espionage, political scandal, and murder, transcending typical genre boundaries. Critics commend Lawton's storytelling as both meticulous and evocative, with a Chekhovian undertone enhancing the novel's depth and impact.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611855890

Publisher: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 268g

Pages: 480

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Fiction General Fiction John Lawton Literary Fiction Series: Inspector Troy series

About the Author

Named by the Daily Telegraph as one of 'Fifty Crime Writers to Read Before You Die' and selected by Time magazine as one of 'Six Detective Series to Savour,' Lawton's work has earned him comparisons to John le Carre and Alan Furst. Lawton lives in a remote hilltop village in Derbyshire.

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