The Making of a Detective by Pat Marry - ISBN: 9780241985311
Paperback
Garda secrets revealed: Solving murders, mastering the art of investigation.

The Making of a Detective

A Garda's Story of Investigating Some of Ireland's Most Notorious Crimes

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  • Paperback

    304 pages

  • Release Date

    27 August 2020

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Summary

For the first time a senior garda reveals what goes on behind the scenes in high profile investigations

When he retired in 2018 Pat Marry had been instrumental in solving dozens of serious crimes, including many murders.

But as a newly qualified garda in 1985, Marry had no idea how to become a detective. He soon realised he would have to learn on the job - put himself forward and show that he had what it took.

Taking initiative, following up hunches (even far-fetched o…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780241985311
ISBN-10:0241985315
Author:Pat Marry
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint:Penguin Books Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:304
Release Date:27 August 2020
Weight:220g
Dimensions:198mm x 129mm x 21mm
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Critics Review

An absolutely fascinating book … Really interesting stories and insights–Sean O’Rourke, RT

An absolutely fascinating book … Really interesting stories and insights * RTÉ Radio 1 *
An absolute must-read … as page turning as a crime novel * Irish Examiner *

About The Author

Pat Marry

Pat Marry joined An Garda Siochana eight years after being turned away for being too young at 17. He investigated some of Ireland’s most high profile cases, including the killings of Rachel O’Reilly and Garda Adrian Donohue. He retired in 2018 at the rank of Detective Inspector.

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