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Thus Was Adonis Murdered (Hilary Tamar, Bk 1)
Thus Was Adonis Murdered - Hilary Tamar, Bk 1
Author: Sarah Caudwell
DEATH IN VENICE — For young barrister Julia Larwood, it was to be a vacation in pursuit of eros, in flight from the tax man.... An Art Lover's Holiday to Italy. Reduced to near penury by the Inland Revenue, Julia could hardly afford such a luxury, but she'd be in hock to the Revenue either way, so why not? Poor, hapless, incurably sentime...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780140063103
ISBN-10: 0140063102
Publication Date: 12/16/1982
Pages: 254
Edition: Reprint
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  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 15 ratings
Publisher: Viking Press
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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Devastatingly funny, sophisticated and witty murder mystery, written with the wry humor that only the Brits can pull off. A great read!
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An English barrister gets into trouble in Venice while trying to escape the tax man in England. The writing is with characteristic dry British humor (or is it humour?) that isn't everone's cup of tea but fun anyway.
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Witty, erudite mystery involving English law students. Lots of fun.
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An elaborately plotted, very English & charming murder mystery.


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