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The Case of the General's Thumb

by Andrey Kurkov
The Case of the General's Thumb - Thryft
The Case of the General's Thumb - Thryft

Distinctive appeal: Eccentric Kiev murder-mystery with KGB intrigue.

"The Case of the General's Thumb" is a darkly comedic murder-mystery that is perfect for fans of off-beat crime novels. Set in Soviet-era Kiev, the book features a cast of eccentric characters, including a hitman, a deaf-and-dumb blonde, and a tortoise, all intertwined in a web of KGB intrigue. Kurkov's writing is both witty and atmospheric, transporting the reader to a world rarely seen in Western fiction. With its unique blend of humor and suspense, "The Case of the General's Thumb" is a must-read for anyone looking for a fresh take on the crime genre.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Case of the General's Thumb

by Andrey Kurkov
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ISBN: 9780099455257
Authors: Andrey Kurkov
Publisher: VINTAGE (RAND)
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Related Topics: Mystery, Crime
Goodreads rating: 3.33
(rated by 610 readers)

Description

The corpse of a distinguished general is found attached to an advertising balloon—and minus his thumb. Police Lieutenant Viktor Slutsky is sent in to investigate. So, too, is KGB officer Nik Tsensky. They begin their investigations unbeknownst to each other, but quickly find themselves mystified about developments caused by the other.Thus begins a comedy of very dangerous errors as the two crisscross Europe, Russia, and the Ukraine, catalysts in a bizarre battle between the Russian and Ukrainian secret services.What ensues is simultaneously hilarious, tragic, and suspenseful, with a fascinating cast of characters who would seem absurd if they weren’t so compelling: a larger-than-life hitman, a deaf-and-dumb blonde, and a turtle. Then there’s the gun that shoots backwards...And as the two faithful investigators find themselves to be pawns in a story of post-Soviet collapse, it becomes—as usual in the work of this modern Russian master—an inspiring tale of resilience against the dark forces of the day.
 

Distinctive appeal: Eccentric Kiev murder-mystery with KGB intrigue.

"The Case of the General's Thumb" is a darkly comedic murder-mystery that is perfect for fans of off-beat crime novels. Set in Soviet-era Kiev, the book features a cast of eccentric characters, including a hitman, a deaf-and-dumb blonde, and a tortoise, all intertwined in a web of KGB intrigue. Kurkov's writing is both witty and atmospheric, transporting the reader to a world rarely seen in Western fiction. With its unique blend of humor and suspense, "The Case of the General's Thumb" is a must-read for anyone looking for a fresh take on the crime genre.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.