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A Rule Against Murder

Chief Inspector Gamache/Three Pines, Book 4

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A Rule Against Murder

By: Louise Penny
Narrated by: Adam Sims
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'No one does atmospheric quite like Louise Penny' ELLY GRIFFITHS

There is more to solving a crime than following the clues.
Welcome to Chief Inspector Gamache's world of facts and feelings.

It's the height of summer, and the wealthy Finney family have gathered at the Manoir Bellechasse to pay tribute to their late father. But as the temperature rises, old secrets and bitter rivalries begin to surface. When the heat wave boils over into a mighty storm, a dead body is left in its wake.

Chief Inspector Gamache, a guest at the Bellechasse, finds himself with a building full of suspects. With the hotel locked down, the murderer is trapped. But a cornered predator is always the most dangerous of all...

'Impossible to put down' GLOBE AND MAIL

(P) 2009 Hachette Audio©2008 Louise Penny Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Suspense Thriller & Suspense Emotionally Gripping Exciting Scary
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Critic Reviews

Louise Penny's writing is intricate, beautiful and compelling. She is an original voice, a distillation of both PD James and Barbara Vine at their peaks and a worthy successor to both
Full of twists and turns . . . Wonderfully satisfying
Penny's elegant style is deeply satisfying, while Gamache is contemplative even when under pressure, and remains a man you want to spend time with
Impossible to put down
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great story with engaging characters. Louise penny is always a good read. highly recommend it.

loved it, start to finish.

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The end of this book totally made up for a middle that had become a little tedious. Brilliant story of human hurt and love, and how they play out in some families, in a gorgeous, remote setting.

Great ending.

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Maybe it's the nostalgic setting of the mystery, similar to a Poirot or Nero Wolfe mystery, but this is my favourite of the series so far. It's not a replica but a tribute, and holds its own unique themes and plot.

Best one so far

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This book kept me engrossed from beginning to the last page

The uncovering of hidden lies, & family intrigue
The reader of Louise Penny's books draws u into experiencing the characters in an amazing way.

An excellent murder mystery

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In book four of the Inspector Gamache series, a remote hotel sets the stage, offering a welcome escape from the usual Québec scene. This cozy mystery, with its mix of hotel intrigue and internal family dramas, delivers a satisfying and atmospheric break.

A new take

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