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“A fine case of murder, projected against a compelling historical background.”—The New York Times Book Review
“Don’t miss this.”—Los Angeles Times
In 1879, race walking competitions, known as “wobbles,” were all the rage. The death of a contender, followed by a second murder, introduces Sergeant Cribb, who goes on to investigate sports-related deaths in a series of eight books.
Peter Lovesey is the author of twenty-five highly praised mystery novels and has been awarded the Crime Writers’ Association Gold, Silver, and Diamond Dagger awards as well as many US honors. This was his first mystery. He lives in West Sussex, England.
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Peter Lovesey is the author of more than thirty highly praised mystery novels. He has been awarded the CWA Gold and Silver Daggers, the Cartier Diamond Dagger for Lifetime Achievement, the Strand Magazine Award for Lifetime Achievement, the Macavity, Barry, and Anthony Awards, and many other honors. He lives in West Sussex, England.
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“A fine case of murder, projected against a compelling historical background.”
—The New York Times Book Review
“Don’t miss this.”
—Los Angeles Times
“Lovesey, an expert in Victorian sports arcana, guides the plot with a deft touch and plenty of period atmosphere. Readers who have not yet made his acquaintance will find him a delightful companion.”
—Historical Novels Review
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- PublisherSoho Crime
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 1569475237
- ISBN 13 9781569475232
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages240
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