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Night at the Crossroads

Georges Simenon
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Night at the Crossroads

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Georges Simenon

Night at the Crossroads

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

French Countryside • 1930s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Night at the Crossroads, detective Chief Inspector Maigret investigates a complex case involving an enigmatic man named Carl Andersen, who is found at a crime scene in his pajamas. The investigation weaves through murky relationships and hidden motives within a small community, challenging Maigret's intuition and revealing deeper truths behind the mysterious events.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.8

3,004 ratings

62%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Night at the Crossroads by Georges Simenon captivates with its moody atmosphere and intricate plot, characteristic of the Maigret series. Readers appreciate Simenon's skill in building tension and complex characters. However, some find the pacing uneven and the resolution abrupt. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of classic detective fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Night at the Crossroads?

A reader who enjoys Night at the Crossroads by Georges Simenon appreciates atmospheric detective stories, intricate plots, and psychological depth. Similar audiences may enjoy Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series and Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot mysteries for their clever investigation and character exploration.

3.8

3,004 ratings

62%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

French Countryside • 1930s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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