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LAYERS OF DECEIT an utterly gripping crime mystery full of twists
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE MYSTERY SERIES FROM A CRIME-WRITING LEGEND.
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
In contrast to Mallorca's stunning scenic landscapes and blazing hot temperatures, relations between the English and the Mallorquins are ugly and frosty. But are they turning sinister?
First the brakes of an English couple's car are tampered with.
Then a young Mallorquin girl attempts suicide.
Finally, an Englishman turns up dead. A drunken fall, or something more menacing?
Inspector Enrique Alvarez of Mallorca is on the case once again.
Fuelled by his favourite brandy, he must discover the truth behind another death on his beautiful island.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
In contrast to Mallorca's stunning scenic landscapes and blazing hot temperatures, relations between the English and the Mallorquins are ugly and frosty. But are they turning sinister?
First the brakes of an English couple's car are tampered with.
Then a young Mallorquin girl attempts suicide.
Finally, an Englishman turns up dead. A drunken fall, or something more menacing?
Inspector Enrique Alvarez of Mallorca is on the case once again.
Fuelled by his favourite brandy, he must discover the truth behind another death on his beautiful island.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
163 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 6, 2023
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Roderic Jeffries
175 books19 followersaka Peter Alding, Jeffrey Ashford, Roderic Graeme, Graham Hastings.
Son of Graham Montague Jeffries
Roderic Jeffries was born in London in 1926 and was educated at Harrow View House Preparatory School and the Department of Navigation, University of Southampton.
In 1943 he joined the New Zealand Shipping Company as an apprentice and sailed to Australia and New Zealand, but later transferred to the the Union Castle Company in order to visit a different part of the world.
He returned to England in 1949 where he was admitted to the Honourable Society of Gray's Inn and read for the Bar at the same time as he began to write. He was called to the Bar in 1953, and after one year's pupilage practiced law for a few terms during which time there to write full time.
His first book, a sea story for juveniles, was published in 1950.
His books have been published in many different countries and have been adapted for film, television, and radio.
He lived for a time in the country in a 17th century farmhouse, almost, but not quite overlooking Romney Marsh before he and his wife moved to Mallorca. They have two children.
Son of Graham Montague Jeffries
Roderic Jeffries was born in London in 1926 and was educated at Harrow View House Preparatory School and the Department of Navigation, University of Southampton.
In 1943 he joined the New Zealand Shipping Company as an apprentice and sailed to Australia and New Zealand, but later transferred to the the Union Castle Company in order to visit a different part of the world.
He returned to England in 1949 where he was admitted to the Honourable Society of Gray's Inn and read for the Bar at the same time as he began to write. He was called to the Bar in 1953, and after one year's pupilage practiced law for a few terms during which time there to write full time.
His first book, a sea story for juveniles, was published in 1950.
His books have been published in many different countries and have been adapted for film, television, and radio.
He lived for a time in the country in a 17th century farmhouse, almost, but not quite overlooking Romney Marsh before he and his wife moved to Mallorca. They have two children.
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