The Paris Directive

“A beguiling, atmospheric, and entirely entertaining novel that promises intrigue and suspense from the very first page. Inspector Mazarelle is a wonderful creation.”
    —Christopher Reich, New York Times bestselling author of Rules of Deception

“Stylish, dark, humorous, suspenseful. . . . This is a rich, deep novel that will leave you wanting more.”
    —Mystery Scene
 
“Jay has woven threads of police procedural, espionage, rural noir, ‘acts of barbarism,’ and Gallic charm into a story that will be a great fit for almost any crime fan.”
    —Booklist (starred review)

“A mashup of cloak-and-dagger and cozy replete with murder and fine dining.”
   —Kirkus Reviews

“Gerald Jay is truly a master in elegant use of language and a bright star in the world of crime fiction.”
   —Mystery Tribune

“Jay’s entertaining first novel pays homage to Georges Simenon and his legendary detective, Inspector Maigret. . . . The main draw is the charming, indomitable Inspector Mazarelle. . . . Mystery fans will look forward to seeing more of him.”
   —Publishers Weekly

“A sprightly, stylish, and sophisticated thriller. The reader is left wanting more of Gerald Jay’s cinematic, intrigue-riddled, and tasty France.”
   —Cal Bedient, author of Days of Unwilling