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A Rule Against Murder

Chief Inspector Gamache, Book 4

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A Rule Against Murder

By: Louise Penny
Narrated by: Adam Sims
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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....

Coming soon: Book 5 in the Chief Inspector Gamache series, The Brutal Telling. When Chief Inspector Gamache arrives in picturesque Three Pines, he steps into a village in chaos. A man has been found bludgeoned to death, and there is no sign of a weapon, a motive, or even the dead man's name. As Gamache and his colleagues start to dig under the skin of this peaceful haven for clues, they uncover a trail of stolen treasure, mysterious codes, and a shameful history that begins to shed light on the victim's identity - and points to a terrifying killer....

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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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