Published by Constable London, 1976
ISBN 13: 2026100002568
Seller: Book Grocer, Tullamarine, VIC, Australia
Hardback. Richard Clapperton, Constable London. Edition: 1st ed.,Condition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Yellowed Markings: No markingsThis hardboiled crime novel, The Sentimental Kill, plunges readers into a shadowy world where morality blurs and danger lurks at every turn. Richard Clapperton chronicles the intricate case of a private investigator who uncovers a web of deceit and unexpected emotional depth behind a brutal murder. The narrative presents a gritty, suspenseful atmosphere, punctuated by sharp dialogue and a cynical wit that defines the genre. Clapperton illustrates the complex motivations of his characters, revealing the human cost of their choices. This compelling story details a journey through the underbelly of society, where sentimentality can be as deadly as a bullet. Hardback.