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Race‑walking competitions called "wobbles" were the craze of 1879. In the midst of this craze a contender dies, and a second murder follows, drawing the attention of newly appointed Sergeant Cribb. He begins a rigorous investigation into sports‑related deaths, laying the foundation for an eight‑book series that blends historical detail with police procedure. The novel introduces readers to Cribb’s methodical approach and sets the stage for his later cases, all set against the backdrop of late‑nineteenth‑century England.
First publish date: 1970
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: P Lovesey
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