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From the elegantly suspenseful \u003cem\u003eApril in Spain\u003c\/em\u003e to the nerve-wracking tension of \u003cem\u003eThe Drowned\u003c\/em\u003e and the gripping intrigue found in \u003cem\u003eThe Lock-Up\u003c\/em\u003e, each book promises a riveting exploration of crime and the human psyche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach tale unravels a mystery with a deft blend of literary flair and thrilling narrative, making the 'Strafford and Quirke' series a must-read for those who crave intelligent and crafted crime fiction. Dive into these tales of intrigue and discover the depths of characterisation and plot that John Banville is celebrated for. 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Could she really be who he thinks she is, and have a connection with a crime that nearly brought ruin to an Irish political dynasty?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnable to ignore his instincts, Quirke makes a call back home and Detective St John Strafford is soon dispatched to Spain. 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