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This edition pairs two classic Georges Simenon Inspector Maigret tales: "A Summer Holiday" (also known as "Maigret on Vacation") and "To Any Lengths" (also titled "Maigret and the Fortuneteller"). Both stories follow the seasoned detective through intriguing investigations set in Paris, highlighting Simenon’s skill in combining sharp procedural detail with atmospheric mystery.
The first novel places Maigret on a quiet holiday, only to have the serenity shattered by a perplexing crime that challenges his deductive instincts. In the second, he confronts a supernatural riddle linked to a fortuneteller, further showcasing his methodical approach to unraveling human motives.
Together, the paired narratives offer readers a compact glimpse into Maigret’s world—his thoughtful interrogation style, the moody Parisian backdrop, and the everyday crimes that defy simple explanations.
First publish date: 1951
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Georges Simenon
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