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Zen and the Art of Murder
A Black Forest Investigation I
Series: The Black Forest Investigations
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Zen and the Art of Murder
The first in a gripping new crime series set in Germany - the Black Forest Investigations - shortlisted for the CWA International Dagger 2018
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NOW SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA INTERNATIONAL DAGGER
"Gripping" Tatler
The first in a thrilling new crime series set in Germany - the BLACK FOREST INVESTIGATIONS
Zen and the Art of Murder introduces us to Louise Boni, a maverick chief inspector with the Black Forest crime squad, who is battling her personal demons. At forty-two, after a painful divorce, she finds herself haunted by her past.
Expecting a bleak winter weekend alone, Louise receives an unexpected call from her departmental chief. She is assigned a peculiar case: to follow a Japanese monk who is wandering through the snowy expanse east of Freiburg, clad only in sandals and a cowl. Reluctantly, she embarks on this mission and eventually catches up with him, discovering he is injured and fearfully escaping an unknown menace. When her own team faces mortal danger, the investigation unveils a terrifying reality—a hideous ring of child traffickers. The impact of these events will irrevocably alter her life.
Oliver Bottini is a refreshing and captivating voice in the crime fiction genre, especially in translation. His choice of the Rhine borderlands of the Black Forest as a backdrop offers a perfect setting for these expertly crafted mysteries.
Translated from the German by Jamie Bulloch
Series: The Black Forest Investigations
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Zen and the Art of Murder by Oliver Bottini has garnered praise for its gripping narrative and arresting opening, featuring an enigmatic Buddhist monk. Critics have highlighted its exceptional quality, surprising case development, and intelligent depth. The book is noted for its tension without brutality and its rich local colour, while offering a profound exploration of societal themes. Reviews commend Bottini as a standout in the crime-writing arena, delivering a compelling story.
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ISBN: 9780857057365
Publisher: Quercus Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 09 August 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: MacLehose Press
Contributors:
- Translated by Jamie Bulloch
- Translated by Jamie Bulloch
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 214g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Oliver Bottini was born in 1965. Five of his novels, including ZEN AND THE ART OF MURDER and A SUMMER OF MURDER of the Black Forest Investigations have been awarded the Deutscher Krimipreis, Germany's most prestigious award for crime writing. ZEN AND THE ART OF MURDER was shortlisted for the 2018 CWA International Dagger. He lives in Frankfurt. www.bottini.de.
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