Deadline in Athens

by Petros Markaris

Book Overview

When an Albanian husband and wife are found dead in their home, Inspector Costas Haritos, a veteran junta-trained homicide detective on the Athens police force, is called to what seems at first to be... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802117783
• ISBN13: 9780802117786
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press
• Length: 295 Pages
• Weight: 3.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

a good story

This was my first book by Petros Markaris as I wanted to start from the beginning. Some readers have already suggested, and I will agree with them, that this book shows its age. However, I find this particular aspect a strength rather than a weakness. I must admit though that I read it in the original which might make a huge difference despite its simple and clear writing. There is also a very strong Greek context that is mostly of interest to Greek readers which is part of the joy of reading this book. The plot keeps you going and Haritos is a very real character. I am definitely going to buy more of Markaris' books.