The Perfect Crime

Name: The Perfect Crime
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The Perfect Crime is an intriguing collection of short crime stories, each crafted by a different author. The anthology explores diverse scenarios and perspectives, weaving tales of deception, mystery, and suspense. Readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the minds of criminals and detectives alike, showcasing unique motives and ingenious plots.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this gripping crime novel if you're intrigued by intricate plots and suspenseful twists. Perfect for those who appreciate a blend of mystery and psychological thrillers, this book delves into the complexities of human motives in an expertly woven narrative. Fans of crime stories that keep you guessing until the last page will find this a satisfying read.

The Perfect Crime

Around the world in 22 murders…

A diverse collection of gripping crime stories for 2022 from bestselling thriller writers including Oyinkan Braithwaite, Abir Mukherjee and Nadine Matheson

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Around the world in 22 murders…

LONGLISTED FOR THE 2023 CWA SHORT STORY DAGGER AWARD

‘22 hugely engaging and eloquent crime stories from around the world … the plots sizzle and evoke a variety of emotions. The Perfect Crime comes with a massive thumbs up from me and marches straight in to sit as a LoveReading Star Book.’ — LoveReading

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From Lagos to Mexico City, Australia to the Caribbean, Toronto to Los Angeles, Darjeeling to rural New Zealand, London to New York – twenty-two bestselling crime writers from diverse cultures come together from across the world in a razor-sharp and deliciously sinister collection of crime stories.

Featuring Oyinkan Braithwaite, Abir Mukherjee, S.A. Cosby, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, J.P. Pomare, Sheena Kamal, Vaseem Khan, Sulari Gentill, Nelson George, Rachel Howzell Hall, John Vercher, Sanjida Kay, Amer Anwar, Henry Chang, Nadine Matheson, Mike Phillips, Ausma Zehanat Khan, Felicia Yap, Thomas King, Imran Mahmood, David Heska Wanbli Weiden and Walter Mosley.

‘An absolute delight! The Perfect Crime is the most original, and captivating, short fiction anthology to come along in ages… this book is a one-sitting read.’ — JEFFERY DEAVER, author of The Bone Collector and The Midnight Lock

‘A collection of crime writers from diverse cultural backgrounds, united by the quality of their compelling stories. A hugely welcome and long-overdue anthology.’ — MARK BILLINGHAM, no. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Perfect Crime is praised as a diverse and compelling anthology of short crime stories, featuring contributions from both established and emerging writers. Critics highlight the collection's variety in voice, setting, and storytelling approach, making it a captivating read. Edited by Vaseem Khan and Maxim Jakubowski, the book brings together talent from across the globe, providing a wide range of cultural perspectives in the crime genre.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008462369

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

Edited by Maxim Jakubowski
Edited by Vaseem Khan

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 448

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

Maxim Jakubowski is a Sunday Times bestselling novelist and a noted anthology editor based in London. With over 70 volumes to his credit, including Invisible Blood, the 13 annual volumes of The Mammoth Book of Best British Mysteries, and titles on Professor Moriarty, Jack the Ripper, Future Crime and Vintage whodunits. A publisher for over 20 years, he was also the co-owner of London's Murder One bookstore and the crime columnist for Time Out and then The Guardian for 22 years. Vaseem Khan is a British writer, author of the Baby Ganesh Detective Agency novels and the Inspector Persis Wadia series. These are published by Hodder. Maxim Jakubowski is a crime and science fiction writer and critic, who is now chair of the CWA.