Writing under a pseudonym, this author became known as the "Queen of the Procedurals." She was a pioneer in a genre previously dominated by men, bringing a distinctive voice to police procedurals. Her narratives skillfully blend intricate crime-solving with compelling character development. Beyond the suspense of her mysteries, her work subtly explores deeper themes and historical nuances, enriching the reader's experience.
A Lieutenant Luis Mendoza Mystery
Another Luis Mendoza mystery. Ten murders in ten days, and the attempted murder of Sergeant Hackett--left fighting for his life in a coma--cut short Mendoza's vacation in Bermuda. Hackett was working on the "private kill" of a well-to-do chiropractor who had as many enemies as he had patients.
"This edition is based on the first edition in the collection of the Library of Congress, published in 1960 in the United States by Harper & Brothers"--Copyright page.
Dvojnásobný bluf, Na jejích rukách lpí krev, Za bílého dne. 1 české vydání.
Tři detektivní romány zachycují každodenní vyčerpávající práci týmu detektivů z oddělení vražd v Los Angeles v 60. letech.
