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The Widows of Broome

An Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte Mystery, Book 13

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The Widows of Broome

By: Arthur W. Upfield
Narrated by: Peter Hosking
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Broome is a small, sun-drenched town on the barren northwest coast of Australia. It's small enough that everyone knows everyone else's business. How, then, did someone murder two widows in similar fashion and not leave any clues? It's a case for Detective-Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte, who arrives on the scene incognito. He's barely begun his investigation when a third woman is killed. Bony realises that he is dealing with a madman, and that time is running out to stop a forth murder.

Content warning: Contains some violence and/or strong language.

©2013 William Upfield (P)2013 Bolinda Publishing Mystery Fiction Crime Murder Suspense

Critic Reviews

'Bony ‒ a unique figure among top-flight detectives.' (BBC)
'The complex Bony is, I think, my favourite fictional detective of the past twenty years.' (The New York Times)
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Although this reader is ideal for this type of novel, several incidences of misplaced emphases does detract. However, enjoyable listening.

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Like the title applies, it's about the death of local, wealthy widows of Broome by a unknown murderer who has a real hatred for these woman.

Fantastic book by a great author and reader.

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