Pel Faceless Corpse by Hebden Mark (38 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback. Pages are clean and unmarked. Covers show light edge wear.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Irritable, dyspeptic Inspector Evariste Clovis Désiré Pel did not need another murder case added to his already Herculean workload, especially not this ghoulish business of a mutilated, headless corpse, the anonymous victim of a desperate and determined killer. Yet, if the murder was so deliberate, so well-planned, why was the identity of the dead man obscured?Pel's investigation moves from Burgundy to the frontier and back again, stirring echoes of the horror and trauma of the War - and meeting a blank wall of non-cooperation so far as the murder is concerned. The trail is muddied by mistaken identities and ancient grievances, driving the chain-smoking Inspector close to distraction. Until, amid the cloud of acrid Gauloise smoke, Pel sees a ray of enlightenment and closes in with his inimitable savoir faire.Moody, sharp-tongued and worrying constantly about his health, Inspector Pel ensures that no case goes unsolved, in these mordantly witty French mysteries.Praise for the Inspector Pel Mystery series:'Totally convincing.' Financial Times'Mr Hebden has created a nice band of flics.' Oxford Times'Pel and his procedurals are some of the best things since Maigret.' Observer'Chief Inspector Evariste Clovis Désiré Pel, as well rounded a character as Maigret or Van der Valk.' Punch'Impeccable French ambience, unexaggerated flics, and a well-constructed solution. Hebden proves again that few understand Gallic cops better than English writers!' The Times'Some characters grow as their saga lengthens and Pel. is one of them. You might say he is ripening along with the grapes.' Police Review'.written with downbeat humour and some delightful dialogue.' Financial Times'.all is most cunningly contrived and dovetailed into a coherent plot.' Irish Times'A thoroughly entertaining read.' Evening Standard'The best Gallic sleuth since Maigret.' London Mystery Selection.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 1982 hardcover. Wear and tear to DJ. Pages are unmarked.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 187 pages. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 3/4") bound in original publisher's blue boards with silver lettering to spine in original pictorial jacket. Review copy. First edition. An unidentified, faceless corpse is discovered near a memorial dedicated to villagers killed by the Nazis. Pel is on the case searching for a way to name the faceless corpse. The trail leads him from Burgundy to the frontiers of France, aided by a canny Sergeant Darcy and the shy, resourceful Sergeant Nosjean. Follow the irascible, quirky Chief Inspector on a road to solving the mystery of the faceless corpse. Condition: Spine ends gently bumped, front end paper soiled, review notice laid in. Jacket corners and spine ends rubbed else a very good copy in a very good to fine jacket.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First U.S. Edition. Usual ex-library markings. Dj is in a taped-in wrap. It looks like there is a small tear in dj at front spine edge. Book lightly cocked. Lightly bumped corners. Light soiling. Light wear.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine+. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition/First Printing. Notable for its condition.

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 224 pages. 7.81x5.06x0.51 inches. In Stock.

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First edition. Condition: fine. fine 1982 Keyhole Crime First edition paperback, In stock shipped from our UK warehouse.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. first U.S. edition mystery featuring Chief Inspector Pel, set in France, near fine in near fine dustjacket, dustjacket lightly rubbed with bumped corners at top front edge, in protective mylar cover, not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-libris. …

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Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover first edition with intact dust jacket. Pages are free of writing or highlighting. Dust jacket is protected by a Mylar wrap.

dj. First Edition. Hardcover. First Edition. REVIEW COPY, with publisher's slip laid in. Fine and unread in a Fine dust jacket.

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Hard Cover. F-. First Edition. F/F-. 8vo. original black boards gilt (tiny speckles to top edge) in dustwrapper (a trifle rubbed); pp. [iv], 188 (last blank). A fine copy. Book two in the Inspector Pel series of murder mysteries set in provincial France.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Irritable, dyspeptic Inspector Evariste Clovis Desire Pel did not need another murder case added to his already Herculean workload, especially not this ghoulish business of a mutilated, headless corpse, the anonymous victim of a desperate and determined killer. Yet, if the murder was so deliberate, so well-planned, why was the identity of the dead man obscured?Pel's investigation moves from Burgundy to the frontier and back again, stirring echoes of the horror and trauma of the War - and meeting a blank wall of non-cooperation so far as the murder is concerned. The trail is muddied by mistaken identities and ancient grievances, driving the chain-smoking Inspector close to distraction. Until, amid the cloud of acrid Gauloise smoke, Pel sees a ray of enlightenment and closes in with his inimitable savoir faire.Moody, sharp-tongued and worrying constantly about his health, Inspector Pel ensures that no case goes unsolved, in these mordantly witty French mysteries. Inspector Evariste Clovis Desire Pel did not need another murder case added to his already Herculean workload, especially not this ghoulish business of a mutilated, headless corpse, the anonymous victim of a desperate and determined killer. Yet, if the murder was so deliberate, so well-planned, why was the identity of the dead man obscured? This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Hardcover. First American Edition. Pel is a young girl with a talent for uncovering secrets. When she accidentally uncovers a corpse in the woods, she quickly learns that the body is not the only mystery at play. The corpse seems to have been killed by someone with a very particular skill set, and Pel is determined to find out who did it. Her investigations lead her to the city, and to a group of people who may have more information about the corpse than they're willing to share. Pel's quest leads her to discover the secrets of the city and the people who live in it, and to confront the consequences of her own actions.; 8vo; $6.00.…

Hardback. Mark Hebden, HAMISH HAMILTON. Edition: First EditionCondition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Good Markings: No markingsPel And The Faceless Corpse presents a gripping mystery as Inspector Pel confronts a baffling case involving an unidentified victim. This compelling narrative chronicles Pel's meticulous investigation through the intricate web of clues and suspects. The story illustrates the challenges of forensic detection in a small French town, where secrets run deep and appearances can be deceiving. Mark Hebden masterfully constructs a suspenseful atmosphere, drawing readers into the heart of a complex criminal puzzle. The novel details the human element of crime, showcasing Pel's sharp intellect and unwavering dedication to justice. Hardback.…