Maigret Defends Himself

'The father of contemporary European detective fiction' Ann CleevesInspector Maigret is subject to unexpected scrutiny in this classic novel featuring Simenon's literary legendFor the first time in his career Inspector Maigret receives written summons to the Prefect's office, where he is shocked to discover himself accused of a crime. With his career and reputation on the line, Maigret must fight to prove his innocence. Has he, for once, come up against a malicious evil he cannot defeat?Translated by Howard CurtisOther titles in this collection include: Maigret's Holiday, Maigret Sets a Trap, Maigret's Doubts, Maigret's Pickpocket, Maigret's Patience, The Saint-Fiacre Affair, Maigret and the Lazy Burglar, The Carter of 'La Providence', Maigret and the Old People, Maigret's Dead Man and Maigret in Vichy'Not just the world's bestselling detective series, but an imperishable literary legend' The Times