'Irresistible... read him at your peril, avoid him at your loss' The Sunday Times A trio of Simenon s finest psychological novels from the 1960s, including: The Hand, Betty and The Blue RoomAmidst the fury of a relentless snowstorm, the loyalties of two friends are put to the ultimate test, with fatal consequences.In the shadows of 1960s Paris, a woman on the brink of despair is offered a chance at redemption. But as the haunting truth of her past begins to emerge, it threatens to consume her.In a secluded hotel, an adulterous affair spirals into a terrible nightmare that will transform the couple s lives forever.This new edition brings together Georges Simenon s most gripping psychological novels from the 1960s, capturing the raw essence of human frailty and resilience during a time of profound social upheaval, and revealing the chilling brilliance of Simenon s romans durs.