Synopsis
A collection of crime stories, including one which features Chief Inspector Reg Wexford. The title story concerns a hideous bookmark given to a writer by his attractive cleaning lady. If only she had given herself, instead of the copper peacock, she might have lived.
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"Rendell’s psychological insights are so absorbing, it’s easy to forget what a superb plotter she is" (The Times)
"The most brilliant mystery novelist of our time" (Patricia Cornwell)
"One of the greatest novelists presently at work in our language... A writer whose work should be read by anyone who either enjoys a brilliant mystery – or distinguished literature" (Scott Turow)
Book Description
A collection of nine short crime and horror stories from the bestselling mystery writer Ruth Rendell, including an appearance by one of the crime genre's most popular characters: Detective Chief Inspector Reg Wexford. A chilling insight into the seemingly ordinary human mind and its potential for psychopathic violence.
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The Copper Peacock [Jan 01, 1980] Rendell, Ruth
Seller: Sperry Books, Rollinsford, NH, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. good cover, faint crease on spine, tight binding, clean text Prompt, reliable service, shipped next business day. Int'l mailed via first class or priority. Seller Inventory # cmm12300615
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Copper Peacock, The
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Arrow Books, London, England, 1992
ISBN 10: 0099960702
ISBN 13: 9780099960706
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Seller: Reading Habit, Buttaba, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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Paperback. Condition: Fair to Good. Reprint. Paperback, reprint, 104gms, 170 pages. Book is in fair to good condition with minor age-related general wear and tear and moderate page discolouration/spotting throughout. There is a large tear on the front cover, otherwise there are no other pre-loved markings. Seller Inventory # CRIFIC1242