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Summertime, All the Cats Are Bored

A detective's struggle amidst a summer of crime

Philippe Georget author Steven Rendall translator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Published:20th May '21

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A gripping mystery unfolds as a detective faces personal struggles while investigating a series of chilling crimes in Summertime, All the Cats Are Bored.

In Summertime, All the Cats Are Bored, the story unfolds against the backdrop of a sweltering summer on the French Mediterranean coast. The picturesque setting is soon disrupted by a chilling crime that shakes the town to its core. Two weary police officers, grappling with the weight of their mundane routines and personal issues, find themselves entangled in a complex investigation when a young Dutch woman is brutally murdered on the beach. As the media frenzy escalates, the officers must confront their own demons while seeking to uncover the truth behind the disturbing events.

Gilles Sebag, one of the detectives, is caught in a web of existential dread and personal turmoil. His life is a delicate balance of professional duty and familial obligations, particularly as he navigates suspicions about his wife's fidelity and his own health concerns. The pressure mounts as another woman disappears, leading Gilles deeper into a sinister game that tests his resolve and skills. The atmosphere is thick with tension as he races against time to solve the mystery before more lives are lost.

Summertime, All the Cats Are Bored expertly weaves suspense with character development, creating a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Readers are drawn into the intricate dynamics of crime and family life, making it a compelling read for those seeking an immersive experience this summer.

"Perfect deckchair entertainment." –The Daily Mail

"Savour the Gallic charm of this sizeable case for Inspector Gilles Sebag." –Barry Forshaw, Financial Times

"A lively police procedural starring Inspector Gilles Sebag, a sympathetic cop with a happy marriage, of the Perpignan force in southern France." –The Times

"A superior beach read for fans of international crime." –Booklist

"My discovery of the year, an excellent debut novel with an intriguing title." –Euro Crime

ISBN: 9781787703094

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

432 pages