Inspector Bonaparte
Series byStep into the rugged landscapes of Australia with Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte, a half-Caucasian, half-Aboriginal detective whose undercover prowess and cultural insights unravel complex mysteries in Arthur Upfield's groundbreaking detective fiction series, blending rich heritage with thrilling crime-solving adventures.
**Inspector Bonaparte Series - Synopsis** Step into the sun-kissed yet treacherous heart of the Australian outback, where vast deserts hide more than just secrets. In this thrilling series, Detective Inspector Napoleon "Bony" Bonaparte, a half-Aboriginal police officer with sharp instincts and an unyielding sense of justice, navigates a landscape fraught with danger and deception. Unveiling truths buried beneath the shifting sands of Windee Station, Bony tackles cases that challenge his intellect and compassion. Each installment presents a captivating mystery steeped in local lore and cultural nuances, as Bony battles not only the elements but also the prejudice and skepticism of his peers. In “The Sands of Windee,” he faces the baffling disappearance of Luke Marks, questioning whether it’s merely an accident or a sinister plot cloaked in the shifting dust. The stakes grow higher as Bony uncovers layered motives, hidden agendas, and the intricate bond between man and land. Rich in atmosphere and rife with ethical dilemmas, the Inspector Bonaparte series immerses readers in the multifaceted world of crime investigation, where every clue unveils new dimensions of humanity. Can Bony sift through the sands of deception and find the truth before it’s buried forever? Join him on a journey that reveals not just criminals but the resilient spirit of a nation. Discover the depth of the outback mystery today!
Books in this Series
Inspector Bonaparte
The Barrakee Mystery / The Lure of the Bush
Published in 1929
The Sands of Windee
Published in 1931
Wings Above the Diamantina / Wings Above the Claypan
Published in 1936
Mr. Jelly's Business/Murder Down Under
Published in 1937
Winds of Evil
Published in 1937
The Bone is Pointed
Published in 1938
The Mystery of Swordfish Reef
Published in 1939
Bushranger of the Skies / No Footprints in the Bush
Published in 1940
Death of a Swagman
Published in 1945
The Devil's Steps
Published in 1946
An Author Bites the Dust
Published in 1948
The Mountains Have a Secret
Published in 1948
The Bachelors of Broken Hill
Published in 1950
The Widows of Broome
Published in 1951
The New Shoe/The Clue of the New Shoe
Published in 1951
Venom House
Published in 1952
Murder Must Wait
Published in 1953
Death of a Lake
Published in 1954
Sinister Stones/Cake in the Hat Box
Published in 1954
The Battling Prophet
Published in 1956
Man of Two Tribes
Published in 1956
Bony Buys a Woman / The Bushman Who Came Back
Published in 1957
Bony and the Mouse / Journey to the Hangman
Published in 1959
Bony and the Black Virgin / The Torn Branch
Published in 1959
Bony and the Kelly Gang / Valley of Smugglers
Published in 1960
Bony and the White Savage
Published in 1961
The Will of the Tribe
Published in 1962
Madman's Bend / The Body at Madman's Bend
Published in 1963
The Lake Frome Monster
Published in 1966
