
A Chateau Under Siege
Heartstopping new case for France's favourite country cop
By: Martin Walker
Paperback | 12 March 2024 | Edition Number 1
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France's favourite country cop, Bruno, faces a dangerous threat to the town he polices and the people he protects. Loved by millions, the Dordogne Mysteries are the perfect mix of mystery and escapism.
The event of the Perigord tourist season is the re-enactment of the liberation of the historic town of Sarlat from the English in 1370. But it all goes wrong when the man playing the part of the victorious French general collapses in a pool of blood.
The question for chief of police Bruno is was this an accident - or deliberate? The stakes rise when Bruno learns that the man, Kerquelin, was running Frenchelon, the secret French electronic intelligence base nearby, after being recruited from a brilliant Silicon Valley career.
As he investigates, Bruno discovers that Kerquelin's wound was faked, that he is alive and well and secretly negotiating a massive deal to build a semi-conductor industry in France. But then a whole new and dangerous player emerges, determined to nip the deal in the bud.
About the Author
Martin Walker is a prize-winning journalist and the author of several acclaimed works of non-fiction, including The Cold War: A History. He lives in the Dordogne and Washington, DC.
The event of the Perigord tourist season is the re-enactment of the liberation of the historic town of Sarlat from the English in 1370. But it all goes wrong when the man playing the part of the victorious French general collapses in a pool of blood.
The question for chief of police Bruno is was this an accident - or deliberate? The stakes rise when Bruno learns that the man, Kerquelin, was running Frenchelon, the secret French electronic intelligence base nearby, after being recruited from a brilliant Silicon Valley career.
As he investigates, Bruno discovers that Kerquelin's wound was faked, that he is alive and well and secretly negotiating a massive deal to build a semi-conductor industry in France. But then a whole new and dangerous player emerges, determined to nip the deal in the bud.
About the Author
Martin Walker is a prize-winning journalist and the author of several acclaimed works of non-fiction, including The Cold War: A History. He lives in the Dordogne and Washington, DC.
Industry Reviews
French tourism should raise a glass to [Walker's] Dordogne Mysteries - Daily MailA captivating,, ingenious slice of escapism - Woman's OwnA must-read, atmospheric and wonderfully complex whodunnit - Lancashire Evening PostI'll be next in line for the next adventure in this absorbing series - Promoting Crime FictionThe gorgeous scenery and delicious meals provide as much entertainment as the action - Sunday Times on To Kill a TroubadourWhile a brilliantly conceived plot builds up to a climax that James Bond might envy, there is pleasure to be had in Martin Walker's sensitive portrayal of a tight-knit community where friendship and mutual support count for more than expediency. Bruno is a hero for our troubled times - Daily Mail on To Kill a TroubadourWalker once again delivers a delightful potpourri of southern French La vie en rose and tense action - Irish Independent on To Kill a TroubadourThis is the perfect Summer escape novel, with a cracking crime at its heart - Sun
ISBN: 9781529413724
ISBN-10: 1529413729
Series: The Dordogne Mysteries
Published: 12th March 2024
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 336
Publisher: Quercus Books
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 1
Dimensions (cm): 19.7 x 13.0 x 2.4
Weight (kg): 0.25
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