When the first threats appear they are assumed to be a hoax. But when a hundred and twenty people are threatened with death, and only a few live because they pay the ransom, while the others die from natural causes or accidents then it is no hoax. Lucifer, a paranoid young man, believes that he is Satan and has a remarkable psychic ability to predict death by natural causes. Lucifer s ability is used by Seff s gang to extract ransom from their rich victims. Seff selects the victims and warns them of their impending death, any who does not pay the ransom seemingly dies from natural causes, helped on their way by Seff s executioner, Jack Wish. By what means are the victims being killed? How is the ransom money being collected without trace from under the sea? Modesty s friend, Steve Collier, the renowned psychic researcher, is kidnapped to help Seff and he accidentally blows Modesty s cover as she investigates this mystery. Taken prisoner Modesty and her faithful lieutenant, Willie Garvin, must escape Seff s island stronghold.
These books are the finest escapist thrillers ever written. --The Times
Before Buffy, before Charlie s Angels, before Purdy and Emma Peel there was Modesty Blaise. For almost 40 years, Peter O Donnell s iconic heroine drop-kicked her way through a swath of villains and into a unique place in popular culture. --The Observer
The continuing renaissance of the immortal heroine: thrilling, humorous and timeless adventures, the Modesty Blaise series are seminal British crime novels... a high-point of popular fiction. --Crime Time
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Vendeur : Caerwen Books, Forrestfield, WA, Australie
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Vendeur : Crappy Old Books, Barry, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Used. In a world where the devil is in the details?or perhaps just steeped in a rather peculiar sense of humour?Peter O?Donnell?s 1967 literary escapade "I Lucifer" emerges like a rather cheeky imp from the underworld. Imbued with the kind of charm that could only be conjured by someone who read too much Milton and possibly had a glass or two too many of absinthe, this novel promises to challenge not only your perception of the Prince of Darkness but also your entire understanding of narrative coherence. Imagine, if you will, that the archfiend himself has decided to pen his autobiography. One can almost hear the sardonic chuckle as Lucifer takes up the quill, contemplating the absurdity of his own existence. From celestial mischief to earthly tomfoolery, we are treated to a kaleidoscopic narrative that flits between the sublime and the ridiculous. O?Donnell?s prose prances with a mischievous flair that would make even the most stoic of saints raise an eyebrow and question their faith?or at least their taste in literature. As you meander through the pages, you might wonder: what sort of mischief does the Devil get up to when he?s not busy seducing humans or plotting the downfall of humanity? Spoiler alert: it?s much more mundane than you think. Expect plenty of meandering thoughts on the ennui of eternal damnation, the complexities of divine bureaucracy, and the occasional existential crisis that makes you ponder if the grass is indeed greener in Hell?or at least a more vivid shade of red. Condition: This second-hand treasure has seen some better days, much like its dubious narrator. Expect dog-eared pages and a spine that?s more cracked than the ego of a fallen angel. Still, the text remains legible, as if the universe itself is conspiring to ensure that every sardonic quip and wry observation reaches your eager, if slightly bemused, mind. It is not just a book; it is a testament to the idea that even the darkest of tales can be brightened by the light of irony. Readers familiar with O?Donnell will recognise his penchant for the offbeat and the uncanny. "I Lucifer" promises to deliver this in spades, wrapping you in a narrative so twisted and compelling that you may find yourself pondering the nature of good and evil over your morning tea?perhaps accompanied by a scone drenched in marmalade, the only real sin you can commit before noon. But let?s not forget the delightful absurdity that surrounds the very premise of the book. The idea that the Devil, of all entities, would choose to air his grievances in literary form is not just amusing; it?s downright ludicrous. O?Donnell?s portrayal invites readers on a wild jaunt through philosophical musings, interspersed with a rather British sense of irony and a smattering of cheeky commentary on the human condition. You may even find yourself chuckling at the more ludicrous moments?who knew Hell had such a fantastic sense of humour? In a nutshell, "I Lucifer" is not your typical read; it is a cocktail of wit, whimsy, and existential pondering?a perfect tonic for those who enjoy their literature with a side of irreverence. If you?re in the mood for something that defies the conventional, then look no further. Here?s your chance to have a chat with the Devil himself?or at least with his highly entertaining literary counterpart. So, if you?re ready to dance with the devil in the pale moonlight of literary absurdity, snag this delightful piece of irreverent literature from Crappy Old Books. After all, what?s life without a little sinning? N° de réf. du vendeur 1826
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Vendeur : Zardoz Books, Westbury, WILTS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Zardoz Books, Westbury, WILTS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Mainly Fiction, Auckland, Nouvelle-Zélande
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