![]() With an emphasis on the best possible translations, editorial consistency, and attractive cover art, this sleek series will prove that DeKok can claim success equal to that achieved in Europe where he is on a par with Maigret and Poirot. Murder By Melody is the second new release by Speck Press in the celebrated Baantjer series. Mustering his decorated experience and reverence for the dead once more, a triple murder in the Amsterdam Concert Gebouw has DeKok unveiling the truth behind two dead ex-junkies and their housekeeper. Murder By Melody is the second new release by Speck Press in the celebrated Baantjer series. For DeKok, death will always remain an enigma. ![]() Murder By Melody is the second new release by Speck Press in the celebrated Baantjer. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for DeKok and Murder by Melody, A.C. The numbness will never set in even after solving many mysteries, bringing to light many dark dealings, and unraveling many a puzzle. The phenomenon of sudden death has long intrigued Inspector DeKok. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept. Library Journal Melvil Dewey 2005 Includes, beginning Sept. From the moment he confronted his first corpse, at the beginning of a very long career, he knew it was never going to get any easier. Baantjer 2004 The first new DeKok mystery in two years by the Netherlands most widely read author. ![]() Especially when it manifests itself in a violent manner." The phenomenon of sudden death has long intrigued Inspector DeKok. ![]() "Death," observes DeKok, "is entitled to our respect. ![]()
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