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From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian perfection' by Queen Camilla, comes a thrilling murder mystery set in the world of publishing.

'A cracking literary murder mystery' Tatler

From the bestselling author of The Red Notebook

When the manuscript of a debut crime novel arrives at a Parisian publishing house, everyone in the readers' room is convinced it's something special. Editor Violaine Lepage snaps it up - who cares that the author's identity is a mystery? And when the book is shortlisted for France's highest literary honour, she shares in the glory.

Then a series of murders takes place in circumstances strangely reminiscent of those in the book. With the prize announcement approaching, the police are asking questions - and Violaine is more than a little worried about her own secrets coming to light.

Translated by Jane Aitken, Emily Boyce and Polly Mackintosh.

Antoine Laurain was born in Paris and lives there still. He is a journalist, antiques collector and award-winning author of ten novels, including The Red Notebook and The President's Hat. His books have been translated into 25 languages and sold more than 200,000 copies in English.

Contributor: Jane Aitken (Translated by), Emily Boyce (Translated by), Polly Mackintosh (Translated by)

Translator: Jane Aitken, Emily Boyce, Polly Mackintosh

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