- Format: Kindle Edition
- File Size: 3776 KB
- Print Length: 376 pages
- Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1250066190
- Publisher: Minotaur Books (Aug. 29 2017)
- Sold by: Macmillan CA
- Language: English
- ASIN: B01N9ZULCJ
Book Description
When a mysterious figure appears on the village green on a cold November day in Three Pines, Armand Gamache, now Chief Superintendent of the Sûreté du Québec, knows something is seriously wrong. Yet he does nothing. Legally, what can he do? Only watch and wait. And hope his mounting fears are not realized.
From the moment its shadow falls over Three Pines, Gamache suspects the creature has deep roots and a dark purpose. When it suddenly vanishes and a body is discovered, it falls to Gamache to discover if a debt has been paid or levied.
In the early days of the investigation into the murder, and months later, as the trial for the accused begins in a Montreal courtroom on a steamy day in July, the Chief Superintendent continues to struggle with actions he’s set in motion, from which there is no going back. “This case began in a higher court,” he tells the judge, “and it’s going to end there.”
And regardless of the trial’s outcome, he must face his own conscience.
In her latest utterly gripping book, number-one New York Times bestselling author Louise Penny shatters the conventions of the crime novel to explore what Gandhi called the court of conscience. A court that supersedes all others.
An August 2017 LibraryReads pick!
About the Author
LOUISE PENNY, a former CBC radio journalist, is the #1 New York Times and Globe and Mail bestselling author of twelve Chief Inspector Armand Gamache novels. She has been awarded the John Creasey Dagger, Nero, Macavity and Barry Awards, as well as two each of the Arthur Ellis and Dilys Awards. Additionally, Penny has won six Agatha Awards and five Anthony Awards, and has been a finalist for an Edgar Award. She lives in a small village south of Montréal.
Her first Armand Gamache novel, "Still Life" won the New Blood Dagger, Arthur Ellis, Barry, Anthony and Dilys Awards.
Awards:
* Agatha Award: Best Novel
o 2007 – A Fatal Grace – Winner
o 2008 – The Cruelest Month – Winner
o 2009 – The Brutal Telling – Winner
o 2010 – Bury Your Dead – Winner
o 2013 – The Beautiful Mystery – Winner
* Arthur Ellis Award
o 2006 – Still Life – Winner Best First Crime Novel
o 2011 – Bury Your Dead – Winner Best Crime Novel
* Barry Award
o 2007 – Still Life – Best First Novel Winner
* Anthony Award
o 2007 – Still Life – Best First Novel Winner
o 2009 – The Brutal Telling – Best Novel Winner
o 2010 – Bury Your Dead – Best Novel Winner
o 2013 – The Beautiful Mystery – Best Novel Winner
* Macavity Award
o 2011 – Bury Your Dead – Best Mystery Novel Winner
o 2013 – The Beautiful Mystery – Best Mystery Novel Winner
http://us.macmillan.com/author/louise...
My Review
Glass Houses is the thirteenth Chief Inspector Armand Gamache by Louise Penny. Louise Penny is one the best current writers and storytellers. Each book in the Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series is a gem. Glass Houses is no exception. It is a beautifully written book. It is extremely satisfying for those of us who have read the entire series. I felt like we really got to know everyone a bit better in Glass Houses.
Glass Houses is a fascinating tale told around a court trial. We have no idea who is on trial for most of the book. The story is beautifully woven around the court trial. What a brilliant way to tell a story.
People in glass houses shouldn't throw stones was something I was always told as a child...meaning unless you are perfect, don't criticize others. Glass Houses in this book refers to the type of houses the architect in this story designed however I think the other also applies.
I love the characters and the setting Louise Penny has created. Her stories are always mesmerizing. I don't know of many who don't know this amazing series.
Highly recommend Glass Houses. It is available on August 29th, tomorrow.
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