Private Patient

P D James

RRP: £18.99

Publisher: FABER & FABER

Publication Date : 28/08/2008

Hardback

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Guardian Bookshop Notes:

When the notorious investigative journalist, Rhoda Gradwyn, books herself into a private clinic for the removal of a facial scar, she expects a successful operation by a distinguished surgeon followed by convalescence in one of Dorset's most beautiful manor houses. But she will not leave Cheverell Manor alive. Adam Dalgliesh and his team are called in to investigate the murder. A new novel by P.D. James is always keenly awaited, and this one promises all the qualities we have come to expect: rich characterisation, a vivid evocation of place, and an exciting mystery of contemporary relevance. Major publicity and review coverage is sure to follow.

Publisher's description:

When the notorious investigative journalist Rhoda Gradwyn booked into Mr Chandler-Powell's private clinic in Dorset for the removal of a disfiguring and long-standing facial scar, she had every prospect of a successful operation, a week's peaceful convalescence in one of Dorset's most beautiful manor houses and the beginning of a new life.

ISBN: 9780571242443