Dirty Tricks by Michael Dibdin
An Aurelio Zen Mystery
This book is a darkly comic thriller that delves into the life of a disillusioned English teacher living in Oxford. The protagonist finds himself embroiled in a web of deceit, adultery, and murder after becoming involved with the wife of a colleague. As events spiral out of control, the narrative takes readers on a twisted journey through the underbelly of academic life, exposing the petty vendettas and moral ambiguities of its characters. With sharp wit and a keen eye for the absurdities of human behavior, the story masterfully blends suspense with biting humor, revealing the darkly manipulative tactics people employ to achieve their desires.
The 6846th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240-260
- Original Language
- English
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- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)