The Pledge
The Pledge by Friedrich Dürrenmatt, published by Penguin Books in 2001, is a gripping narrative that delves into the aftermath of a brutal child murder. This edition, comprising 172 pages, presents a story where a detective’s commitment to uncovering the truth transforms into an all-consuming obsession. As the investigation unfolds, the emotional toll on the victim’s mother and the relentless pursuit of justice by the detective are intricately explored.
Readers will find a complex interplay of psychological tension and mystery as the detective grapples with the implications of his vow. The narrative examines themes of obsession and the moral dilemmas faced in the pursuit of justice. This film tie-in edition invites readers into a world where one man’s crime becomes another man’s fixation, highlighting the darker aspects of human nature within the framework of a thrilling detective story.
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A young child has been found brutally murdered. A mother’s world has been shattered forever. And a detective has made a pledge to find the killer. Now, one man’s crime is about to become another man’s obsession. But the detective is a man of his word. No one can stop him. And no one can save him.
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