Death in Room Five is a thrilling addition to George Bellairs' Inspector Littlejohn series, combining intrigue, suspense, and classic detective work. While vacationing in the south of France, Inspector Littlejohn finds himself entangled in a sinister case when a man is murdered in Room Five of a quiet hotel. Littlejohn's holiday takes an unexpected turn as he navigates local politics, suspicious hotel staff, and mysterious guests, each with their own secrets. Bellairs captures the charm of the French Riviera while skillfully crafting a twisting plot filled with red herrings and surprise revelations. This illustrated edition brings an added depth to Bellairs' atmospheric storytelling, making Death in Room Five a must-read for fans of traditional British mysteries and Inspector Littlejohn's sharp wit and investigative prowess.