Title
The Perfect Murder,Used
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Product Description Inspector Ghote's first cases for the Bombay Police Department include a seemingly unsolvable murder and the theft of one rupee from the desk of the Minister of Police Affairs and the Arts. It is Inspector Ghote s bad luck to be landed with the case of the perfect murder at the start of his career with the Bombay Police. As if it were not enough to have to contend with the cunning and important tycoon Lala Varde, Ghote finds himself investigating a mysterious theft of one rupee from the desk of yet another Very Important Person, the Minister of Police Affairs and the Arts. ''If people would only behave in a simple, reasonable, logical way,'' sighs the Inspector, as he struggles through the quagmires of incompetence and corruption to solve these curious crimes.The Perfect Murder won an Edgar Special Award from the Mystery Writers of America as well as the Crime Writers Association Golden Dagger Award and was made into a film by Merchant Ivory. Review Author H.R.F. Keating has created several very clever, entertaining, and unique detectives. . . . The main character, Lala Varde, speaks in rhyme, which Davidson portrays splendidly in an Indian accent. . . . This audio presentation is an enhancement of the written work. AudioFile About the Author H.R.F. KEATING has written numerous novels as well as plays and nonfiction but he is perhaps most famous for the Inspector Ghote series set in India, the first of which,The Perfect Murder, won a Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award and was made into a film by Merchant Ivory. H.R.F. Keating was the crime books reviewer for The Times for fifteen years. He has served as Chairman of the Crime Writers' Association and the Society of Authors, and in 1987 was elected President of the Detection Club. He is married to the actress Sheila Mitchell and lives in London.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Perfect Murder'? A: 'The Perfect Murder' is categorized as a Police Procedural novel, which typically involves detailed investigations conducted by law enforcement.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by H. R. F. Keating, who is well-known for creating detective stories, particularly the Inspector Ghote series.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition' and is categorized as 'Very Good,' indicating it has been well maintained.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Perfect Murder' is available in audio CD format, making it suitable for those who prefer listening to books.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this listing features the Unabridged edition of 'The Perfect Murder,' providing the complete text as intended by the author.
- Q: When was 'The Perfect Murder' published? A: 'The Perfect Murder' was published on December 1, 2009.
- Q: What are the main plot points of the book? A: The story revolves around Inspector Ghote's challenging investigations into a perfect murder and a theft of one rupee, set against the backdrop of the Bombay Police Department.
- Q: Are there any awards associated with this book? A: 'The Perfect Murder' has won notable awards, including an Edgar Special Award and the Crime Writers Association Golden Dagger Award.
- Q: What can readers expect from the narration of the audio version? A: The audio presentation enhances the written work, featuring unique character voices and accents, particularly the rhyming speech of the character Lala Varde.
- Q: Can you give a brief overview of the author's background? A: H. R. F. Keating is a prolific writer known for his crime novels and has served as a crime book reviewer, highlighting his extensive knowledge and contribution to the genre.