Political Suicide (1986)

by Robert Barnard

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1986

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A non-series mystery novel. Three-time Edgar Award nominee Robert Barnard takes on the cunning and ruthless world of politics in this suspenseful tale centering upon the mysterious death of a member of Parliament

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The body of Member of Parliament James Patridge is found in the Thames, an apparent suicide. Superintendent Sutcliffe of Scotland Yard suspects foul play, especially among political rivals.