The Investigation
The Investigation by Juan Jose Saer, published by Serpent’s Tail on July 15, 1999, is a compelling narrative that intertwines a chilling criminal case with a literary mystery. This edition, comprising 182 pages, presents a dual storyline where Chief Inspector Morvan leads the investigation into a series of brutal murders of elderly women in Paris, each victim having seemingly welcomed the killer into her home. The plot thickens as an untitled manuscript is discovered in Argentina, linked to a missing poet known for his disdain for novels.
Readers will find a blend of crime fiction and psychological exploration as Saer navigates the complexities of both the investigation and the literary world. The narrative is rich with suspense and vivid descriptions of everyday life, creating a multifaceted experience that delves into the darker aspects of human nature. The book’s themes resonate with those interested in thrillers and Argentine fiction, offering a unique perspective on the interplay between crime and literature.
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He’s called ‘the monster of the Bastille’. He’s brutally murdered 27 elderly women in one area of Paris. Chief Inspector Morvan is in charge of the investigation into this macabre and sinister case: every victim seems to have invited the killer into her home, to have enjoyed a meal, even celebrated, before her death. And each time the killer has meticulously bathed himself, leaving the scene of the crime without a single fingerprint.
In Argentina meanwhile, an untitled manuscript by an unnamed author is discovered amongst the papers of a missing poet, known for his hatred of the novel.
The investigation seeks to unravel two cases – one criminal, one literary. Part police investigation, part historical account and part novel, it shows Saer at his virtuoso best, orchestrating the different layers effortlessly. Hitchcockian, blending suspense with superb descriptions of everyday life, this is both a crime novel and a journey into the psyche of horror.
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