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Mistakenly in Mallorca
(1974)(The first book in the Inspector Alvarez series)
A novel by Roderic Jeffries
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE MYSTERY SERIES FROM A CRIME-WRITING LEGEND.
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
Elvina Woods’ death at her Mallorcan home is sudden and unexpected.
Another few days and her great-nephew Tatham would have inherited enough to buy the English farm he craves.
So when he returns to the house and finds her dead, his first thought is to conceal her death for a short time. His second is how to do it.
It is only later that he begins to question whether such an action was wise.
Great Aunt Elvina was not exactly popular with the English community on the island, nor with certain Mallorquins.
But unfortunately for Tatham, he hadn’t reckoned with Inspector Alvarez, the local detective.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC JEFFRIES:
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
Genre: Mystery
THE SUN MIGHT SHINE BRIGHTLY IN MALLORCA, BUT THE CRIMES ARE VERY DARK INDEED.
‘Elegantly humorous, captivating mystery.’ Publishers Weekly
Brandy, Mallorca, and solving murders. Three of Inspector Alvarez’s favourite things.
MEET LAIDBACK INSPECTOR ALVAREZ IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
Inspector Enrique Alvarez is a thoughtful and sensitive man who doesn’t mind investigating crimes, as long as the work doesn’t interfere with eating well, good drinks (preferably cognac), and plenty of rest and relaxation. Alvarez is a congenial guide to the pleasures of Mallorca, even as he delves into the violence that sometimes mars this paradise. However his boss, Chief Salas, doesn’t quite see things the same way.
‘A middle-aged man with a bit of a middle-aged spread [who] takes a diligent, unhurried approach to solving crime.’ Publishers Weekly
Elvina Woods’ death at her Mallorcan home is sudden and unexpected.
Another few days and her great-nephew Tatham would have inherited enough to buy the English farm he craves.
So when he returns to the house and finds her dead, his first thought is to conceal her death for a short time. His second is how to do it.
It is only later that he begins to question whether such an action was wise.
Great Aunt Elvina was not exactly popular with the English community on the island, nor with certain Mallorquins.
But unfortunately for Tatham, he hadn’t reckoned with Inspector Alvarez, the local detective.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Roy Lewis, Brian Battison, J.M. Gregson, or Faith Martin.
PRAISE FOR RODERIC JEFFRIES:
‘Roderic Jeffries established a very high reputation for himself.’ Maurice Richardson, The Observer
‘Offers the usual pleasures—subtle innuendo, bittersweet commentaries on the vagaries of life and flavorful descriptions of the island of Mallorca.’ Publishers Weekly
‘Mr. Jeffries has created a neat plot, inserted a wry twist at the end and has written all this with a good deal of charm.’ New York Times
‘A first-rate whodunit turning on the resourcefulness of a country gentleman who exploits the process of the law to delay its action. Author on the top of his legal and social form.’ Francis Goff, The Sunday Telegraph
‘For the mystery story connoisseur.’ Police World
ALSO BY RODERIC JEFFRIES
INSPECTOR ALVAREZ
1. Mistakenly in Mallorca
2. Two-Faced Death
3. Troubled Deaths
4. Murder Begets Murder
5. Just Deserts
6. Unseemly End
7. Deadly Petard
8. Three and One Make Five
9. Layers of Deceit
10. Almost Murder
Genre: Mystery
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