None of Maigret's Business

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Summary: Offbeat Maigret Story That Will Amuse You While You Drive
Review: In None of Maigret's Business, Maigret finds himself beset with health problems and a recommendation from his doctor that he finally take a vacation. Maigret reluctantly agrees, but finds it hard to locate a place to take his vacation. Frustrated, he vows to simply stay home . . . but to avoid going to the office. Both the doctor and Mme. Maigret are skeptical.

At first, Maigret finds himself morosely watching trucks back out of the driveway across the street. But he bestirs himself to go out and buy the morning newspapers. Voila! There's been a high profile murder in the office of a society doctor . . . and two doctors are potentially involved. But, he restrains himself. Those in the office are hoping to show what they can do. But the subject's all the rage in Paris, filling both the newspapers and the sidewalk cafe conversations. Maigret steels himself to follow along through the newspapers and radio accounts.

Suddenly, his days are a little brighter. He decides to play the role of armchair private detective. Not surprisingly, he uses many of his usual techniques for learning about the case . . . such as visiting the scene of the crime. But he has to duck to avoid his colleagues who think he is at the beach.

Sometimes, he's a little annoyed with the lack of progress . . . and sends anonymous notes to his staff.

While the key suspect is being grilled in his very office, he camps out across the street to see when the light goes off. When the conversation seems to take too long, he gets on the telephone and asks a key question.

If you are a Maigret fan, you definitely will enjoy this story. It has a fine mystery (which you will probably figure out about half way through) and lots of fun as Maigret takes on an unaccustomed role of silent observer.

The main drawback of this audio is that Mr. Michael Prichard has a voice that does wear on one. The book called out for someone with a French accent and a sense of humor to read it.

If you have a five hour drive ahead of you, this is a winner.