Out For The Kill

Anthony Gilbert, Hamish Hamilton. Edition: second UK hardcover editionCondition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing , price clippedMarkings: No markingsAnthony Gilbert's classic mystery, Out For The Kill, chronicles the intricate investigation into a perplexing murder that shatters the tranquility of a seemingly ordinary English village. The narrative presents a cunning killer whose identity remains shrouded in secrecy, challenging the astute detective to unravel a web of deceit and hidden motives. Gilbert masterfully constructs a suspenseful atmosphere, drawing readers into a labyrinth of clues and red herrings. This compelling whodunit uncovers the dark undercurrents beneath a polished facade, illustrating the meticulous process of bringing a perpetrator to justice. It is a quintessential example of Golden Age crime writing, offering both intellectual challenge and thrilling entertainment.