Gideon's Staff: A Dark 1950s Police Procedural (Gideon of Scotland Yard Book 5)

Name: Gideon's Staff: A Dark 1950s Police Procedural (Gideon of Scotland Yard Book 5)
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Rating: 4.6 (80 reviews)
Author: John Creasey

by John Creasey

Mystery Thriller Historical Fiction

4.6 (80)

4.6 stars from 80 reviews

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Perfect for you if...

You appreciate procedural crime fiction that focuses on how real police work happens, not just individual detective heroics.
You enjoy 1950s noir atmosphere with institutional tension and moral stakes beyond a single case.
You're looking for a standalone entry in a classic series that doesn't require reading the earlier books first.

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You prefer fast-paced whodunnits where the reader can solve the mystery alongside the detective.
You want gritty contemporary crime fiction with modern forensics and technology.
You're after action-heavy thrillers with high body counts and explosive set pieces.

About this book

When the government cuts funding for Scotland Yard, Commander George Gideon, head of the Criminal Investigation Department, anticipates serious consequences. A crime wave quickly escalates, involving dangerous criminals ranging from ruthless thugs to small-time crooks planning crimes beyond armed robbery, and a maniac whose deadly obsession terrorizes crowds at an East Coast beach town. Gideon believes more police officers are necessary, not fewer. To avert a crisis, he is willing to risk his personal safety and his career. This fifth novel in the Gideon of Scotland Yard series presents a realistic crime thriller that positions Gideon among major figures in detective fiction.

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