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The new novel 'Fair Play' is a self-aware take on the golden age of detective fiction

May 7, 2025 · 7m
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  • Louise Hegarty's debut novel 'Fair Play' is a meta take on detective fiction.
  • The story involves a murder mystery party at an Irish country house.
  • Hegarty discusses honoring and subverting the golden age of detective novels.

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Louise Hegarty
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