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Chief Inspector Piet Van der Valk of the Amsterdam police has a teenage gang on his tail. They are coming into Amsterdam from out of town, and they are remarkably professional. They leave behind a trail of wanton damage, senseless brutality, and rape, and one piece of possible evidence—'The Cats Won't Like It'. "Because of the Cats" was an international best-seller—indeed its group-murder plot was reenacted in real life shortly after, in Latin America—and Van der Valk acquired a huge following.
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Thrilling police procedural set in Amsterdam's dark underbelly.
Who is this book for?
If you're into gripping crime stories with a strong sense of place, Because Of The Cats will keep you hooked. The compelling detective Van der Valk navigates a dangerous teenage gang and a complex mystery, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Amsterdam. Fans of intense, well-crafted detective fiction will appreciate the atmosphere and the suspense.
