Detective Stories

Igra za žive

Patricia Highsmith

This classic crime detective novel, written in the familiar Highsmith style, investigates the murder of the eccentric Leila, a good friend and lover of many men.

The rape and the manner of the murder point to a crime of passion, and the prime suspects are Leila's two lovers, friends Ramon and Theo. However, things are not as they seem at first glance, and the solution must be sought at the end of the book.

Original title

A game for the living

Translation

Lelia Ricijaš

Editor

Jadranka Conrad

Dimensions

18 x 11 cm

Pages

236

Publisher

Pegaz, Zagreb, 1997.

Distribution: 2,000 copies

Latin alphabet. Paperback.

Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, excellent condition

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