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Thursday Next, a renowned literary detective, leaves her position as Bellman in Jurisfiction with her son Friday and travels back to Swindon. Arriving in the city, she must contend with the outlaw fictioneer Yorrick Kaine and the intriguing Danish prince Hamlet, whose presence throws her investigation into an unexpected twist. The story blends mystery, fantasy elements, and the unique characteristics of its female detective protagonist.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy
Authors: Jasper Fforde
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