Harper Academic

Murder on a Kibbutz

A Communal Case

by Batya Gur

On Sale: 07/28/2020

Price: $16.99

Murder on a Kibbutz

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Murder on a Kibbutz

A Communal Case

by Batya Gur

On Sale: 07/28/2020

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Price: $16.99

About the Book

From award-winning and internationally acclaimed author, Batya Gur, comes another twisty mystery featuring charming Israeli investigator Michael Ohayon.

Michael Ohayon must once again solve a murder that has taken place within a complex, closed society: the kibbutz. As he investigates, he uncovers more and more of the kibbutz’s secrets, exposing all the contradictions of this idealized way of life. 

Murder on a Kibbutz showcases once again Batya Gur’s storytelling talents in a thrilling mystery that readers will not soon forget.

Critical Praise

“A compelling mix of character study and social history. A superb, multidimensional novel, the best in an outstanding series.”  — Booklist

Murder on a Kibbutz is not only a top-notch tale of suspense, it’s a compelling treatise on a remarkable social institution and on how Israel’s social history does not stand still.”  — Newsday

“[A] fascinating account of the ways in which this quintessential Israeli institution has changed.”  — Publishers Weekly

"A well-written, meaty story, dense with character and plot." — Chicago Tribune

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780060926540
  • ISBN 10: 0060926546
  • Imprint: Harper Paperbacks
  • On Sale: 07/28/2020
  • Trimsize: 5.310 in (w) x 8.000 in (h) x 0.830 in (d)
  • Pages: 368
  • List Price: $16.99
  • BISAC1 : FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural
  • BISAC2 : FICTION / Mystery & Detective / International Mystery & Crime
  • BISAC3 : FICTION / Cultural Heritage