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Commander George Gideon Mysteries (The First Three Books)

By John Creasey
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“Among the best police procedurals ever” — JAMES ELLROY“The finest of all Scotland Yard series” — NEW YORK TIMESMeet George Gideon: Scotland Yard’s most admired and feared detective.London is a city of dark secrets—and every day brings a new case. From missing persons to brutal murder, armed robbery and devious fraud, Gideon faces a relentless stream of crime with his trademark sharp instincts, powerful presence, and determination that never wavers.These are the cases that made him a legend.This box set includes the first three books in the iconic series:1. GIDEON’S DAYLondon wakes to murder, robbery, violence and fear—and every one of them lands on Commander George Gideon's desk. As Scotland Yard's most respected detective begins what should be a routine day, a succession of urgent cases threatens to overwhelm the Yard. With killers to catch, criminals to track and lives hanging in the balance, Gideon must rely on experience, instinct and sheer determination to keep control.2. GIDEON’S WEEKFor Commander George Gideon, there is no such thing as a quiet week. As crime spreads across London, Scotland Yard faces a relentless succession of murders, robberies, missing persons and desperate investigations. While his detectives race from one crisis to the next, Gideon must hold together a sprawling operation where a single mistake could cost innocent lives.3. GIDEON’S NIGHTAs darkness falls across London, Commander George Gideon begins a shift unlike any other. From lonely suburban streets to the heart of the capital, criminals emerge under cover of night and Scotland Yard faces a series of dangerous new threats.Three gripping investigations. One unforgettable detective. From an Edgar Award-winning author who has sold over 80 million books worldwide. Get the first three books in the series today.Praise for the iconic Gideon of Scotland Yard Series:“Gideon is a bulldozer that never stops … exciting and urgent” SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE“One of the most engaging heroes in current crime literature” LA TIMES“Relentless realism … a brilliant portrayal of a policeman at work” DAILY EXPRESS“Gideon’s London is alive and his author irresistibly readable” PUNCH“A portrait emerges that is probably very much like that of a good police officer” THE SUNDAY TIMES“If you want a favourite detective you can’t do better than Inspector George Gideon of Scotland Yard” OAKLAND TRIBUNE“Gideon is one of the most believable and best drawn figures in mystery fiction” HILARY WAUGH“Some of the best suspense reading ever to come over this desk” KNOXVILLE NEWS-SENTINEL

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