The number one New York Times bestselling novel from worldwide phenomenon Louise Penny – shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger

The ninth novel in the Chief Inspector Gamache series.

As a fierce, unrelenting winter grips Quebec, shadows are closing in on Chief Inspector Armand Gamache. When he receives a message about a mysterious case in Three Pines, he is compelled to investigate – a woman who was once one of the most famous people in the world has vanished.

The investigation gathers momentum and Gamache is drawn into a web of murder, lies and unimaginable corruption at the heart of the city. Facing his most challenging, and personal, case to date, can he save the reputation of the Sûreté, those he holds dear and himself?

‘Full of twists and turns . . . Wonderfully satisfying’ Kate Mosse

Evocative, gripping and atmospheric, this magnificent work of crime fiction from international bestselling author Louise Penny will stay with you long after you turn the final page.