Devices and Desires
Devices and Desires by P. D. James, published by Penguin Books in 1990, is a mystery novel that follows Commander Dalgliesh of Scotland Yard as he seeks a brief respite from the public eye on the Norfolk coast. Staying in a converted windmill inherited from his aunt, Dalgliesh finds that his retreat is disrupted by the presence of a psychopathic strangler who is terrorizing the area.
In this edition, readers will delve into a narrative that intertwines elements of police procedural and traditional mystery. As Dalgliesh navigates the complexities of the investigation, the story unfolds against the backdrop of Norfolk, exploring themes of crime and human behavior. With 503 pages, this book offers a detailed exploration of the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving a chilling case.
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Commander Dalgliesh of Scotland Yard is taking a brief respite from publicity on the Norfolk coast, in a converted windmill left him by his aunt. But he cannot easily escape murder – a psychopathic strangler is at large in Norfolk.
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