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Rules for Perfect Murders

The 'fiendishly good' Richard and Judy Book Club pick
By Peter Swanson
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Rules for Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson follows a bookseller who is drawn into an investigation when the FBI shows up at his door, intrigued by a series of unsolved murders matching a list of fictional perfect crimes from classic detective novels. As the investigation deepens, secrets emerge and the line between fiction and reality blurs, leading to unexpected twists. Engaging and suspenseful, the story delves into the complexities and dangers of trying to craft flawless crimes.
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You might enjoy this clever and thrilling read if you're intrigued by masterfully plotted mysteries and enjoy the thrill of figuring out the connections between seemingly perfect crimes. Fans of homage to classic crime fiction, full of unexpected twists and insights into the darker side of human nature, may find this book particularly compelling.

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Rules for Perfect Murders

The brilliantly twisty and intelligent thriller from Peter Swanson.

The brilliantly twisty and intelligent new thriller from Peter Swanson

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Fiendish good fun - ANTHONY HOROWITZ

If you want to get away with murder, play by the rules...

Years ago Malcolm Kershaw wrote a list of his 'Eight Favourite Murders' for his Old Devils mystery bookshop blog. Among others, it included those from Agatha Christie's The ABC Murders, Patricia Highsmith's Strangers on a Train and Donna Tartt's The Secret History.

Now, just before Christmas, Malcolm finds himself at the heart of an investigation - as an FBI agent believes someone may be re-enacting each of the murders on his list.

Can the killer be stopped before they get away with eight perfect murders?

An ingenious game of cat-and-mouse - The Times

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Rules for Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson, a gripping entry in the crime and thriller genre, has received praise for its clever plot and engaging twists. Reviewers appreciated the homage to classic murder mysteries, noting its intriguing premise and the skilful blending of suspense with a nod to the golden age of detective fiction. The book has been described as a page-turner that keeps readers guessing until the very end.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571342372

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 December 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Peter Swanson's novels include The Girl With a Clock for a Heart, nominated for an LA Times book award, The Kind Worth Killing, a Richard and Judy pick and the iBooks store's thriller of the year in 2015, and, most recently, Before She Knew Him. He lives with his wife and cat in Somerville, Massachusetts.

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