The locals are certain it's a tragic hunting accident and nothing more, but Gamache smells something foul in these remote woods, and is soon certain that Jane Neal died at the hands of someone much more sinister than a careless bowhunter. border, has been found dead in the woods. Jane Neal, a local fixture in the tiny hamlet of Three Pines, just north of the U.S. Still Life introduces not only an engaging series hero in Inspector Gamache, who commands his forces-and this series-with integrity and quiet courage, but also a winning and talented new writer of traditional mysteries in the person of Louise Penny.Ĭhief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Surêté du Québec and his team of investigators are called in to the scene of a suspicious death in a rural village south of Montreal. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Surêté du Québec and his team of investigators are called in to the scene of a suspicious death in a rural village south of Montreal. Winner of the New Blood Dagger, Arthur Ellis, Barry, Anthony, and Dilys awards. In Still Life, bestselling author Louise Penny introduces Inspector Armand Gamache of the Surêté du Québec. Read the series that inspired Three Pines on Prime Video. is a rare treat.S-'People.' Martin's Press. Locals are convinced a murder is no more than a tragic hunting accident, but Gamache uncovers something more sinister. About the Book With this award-winning first novel, Penny introduces Inspector Armand Gamache, who commands his forces with integrity and quiet courage.

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