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TWO-FACED DEATH an utterly gripping crime mystery full of twists
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE MYSTERY SERIES FROM A CRIME-WRITING LEGEND.
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is looking forward to retirement. Siestas uninterrupted by the sound of the telephone ringing, drinking cognac in the sun. A complicated case was certainly not part of his plans.
Foreigners have descended on the Island of Mallorca, including many English tourists seeking warmer climes.
And it's an Englishman, by the name of John Calvin, who is the victim in this case. He’s left a suicide note. But there’s no body and Alvarez smells a rat.
He’s determined to get to the bottom of a complicated case of betrayal, dodgy dealings, and lust in this beguiling murder mystery.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is looking forward to retirement. Siestas uninterrupted by the sound of the telephone ringing, drinking cognac in the sun. A complicated case was certainly not part of his plans.
Foreigners have descended on the Island of Mallorca, including many English tourists seeking warmer climes.
And it's an Englishman, by the name of John Calvin, who is the victim in this case. He’s left a suicide note. But there’s no body and Alvarez smells a rat.
He’s determined to get to the bottom of a complicated case of betrayal, dodgy dealings, and lust in this beguiling murder mystery.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
- GenresMystery
251 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 1976
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About the author
Roderic Jeffries
134 books19 followersaka Peter Alding, Jeffrey Ashford, Roderic Graeme, Graham Hastings.
Son of Graham Montague Jeffries
Roderic Jeffries was born in London in 1926 and was educated at Harrow View House Preparatory School and the Department of Navigation, University of Southampton.
In 1943 he joined the New Zealand Shipping Company as an apprentice and sailed to Australia and New Zealand, but later transferred to the the Union Castle Company in order to visit a different part of the world.
He returned to England in 1949 where he was admitted to the Honourable Society of Gray's Inn and read for the Bar at the same time as he began to write. He was called to the Bar in 1953, and after one year's pupilage practiced law for a few terms during which time there to write full time.
His first book, a sea story for juveniles, was published in 1950.
His books have been published in many different countries and have been adapted for film, television, and radio.
He lived for a time in the country in a 17th century farmhouse, almost, but not quite overlooking Romney Marsh before he and his wife moved to Mallorca. They have two children.
Son of Graham Montague Jeffries
Roderic Jeffries was born in London in 1926 and was educated at Harrow View House Preparatory School and the Department of Navigation, University of Southampton.
In 1943 he joined the New Zealand Shipping Company as an apprentice and sailed to Australia and New Zealand, but later transferred to the the Union Castle Company in order to visit a different part of the world.
He returned to England in 1949 where he was admitted to the Honourable Society of Gray's Inn and read for the Bar at the same time as he began to write. He was called to the Bar in 1953, and after one year's pupilage practiced law for a few terms during which time there to write full time.
His first book, a sea story for juveniles, was published in 1950.
His books have been published in many different countries and have been adapted for film, television, and radio.
He lived for a time in the country in a 17th century farmhouse, almost, but not quite overlooking Romney Marsh before he and his wife moved to Mallorca. They have two children.
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December 22, 2022
A fun little tale set on a Spanish island following a detective as he tries to track the whereabouts of a violent killer
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3 and 1 / 2 stars
This book was originally written in 1976.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez from the Island of Mallorca is close to retirement and just wants to spend his last weeks at work taking it easy. A difficult murder investigation is not part of his plans. He is getting a lot of pressure from his boss and is not appreciating it.
When only a note is left behind, John Calvin has gone missing. Is he a victim? He was involved in questionable schemes. Assuming he is dead, where is his body? What is going on?
This is a well written and plotted novel, although somewhat dated by the location and time in which it is set. It is relatively suspenseful, but is rather slow paced.
I want to thank Netgalley and Endeavour Press for forwarding to me a copy of this book to read.
This book was originally written in 1976.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez from the Island of Mallorca is close to retirement and just wants to spend his last weeks at work taking it easy. A difficult murder investigation is not part of his plans. He is getting a lot of pressure from his boss and is not appreciating it.
When only a note is left behind, John Calvin has gone missing. Is he a victim? He was involved in questionable schemes. Assuming he is dead, where is his body? What is going on?
This is a well written and plotted novel, although somewhat dated by the location and time in which it is set. It is relatively suspenseful, but is rather slow paced.
I want to thank Netgalley and Endeavour Press for forwarding to me a copy of this book to read.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews