The Saint-Fiacre Affair
The Saint-Fiacre Affair
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Saint-Fiacre, France • 1950s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Saint-Fiacre Affair, detective Maigret returns to his childhood village to investigate a crime predicted in an anonymous note. Amid familiar surroundings, Maigret uncovers the truth behind the mysterious events, exploring themes of memory and justice while navigating his emotional connections to the past and the villagers involved.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Dark
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
3,459 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Saint-Fiacre Affair by Georges Simenon is praised for its atmospheric depiction of rural France and complex character development, particularly Inspector Maigret. However, some critics feel the plot is slower compared to other entries in the series. Overall, it’s a compelling exploration of nostalgia and familial relationships.
Who Should Read The Saint-Fiacre Affair?
A reader who enjoys The Saint-Fiacre Affair by Georges Simenon likely appreciates classic detective novels with psychological depth and atmospheric settings. Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes or Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series would find this emotionally complex investigation enticing and immersive.
3,459 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Saint-Fiacre, France • 1950s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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