Erscheint: August 2026
Buch (Softcover): Belletristik
A Point of Testimony
Verlag:
Alpha Editions Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36347032
EAN: 9789376558575
Erscheint: August 2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 32.75
Beschreibung
A hush falls over the grand drawing room as suspicion thickens the air, every glance and whispered word charged with hidden motives. In the shadowed corridors of an English country house, beneath the veneer of civility, a crime has shattered the fragile peace, drawing amateur sleuths and seasoned investigators alike into a labyrinth of secrets. This is whodunit fiction at its most intricate, where every alibi is suspect and every testimony could tip the scales of fate. Set during the golden age of detective novels, the story unfolds with all the hallmarks of a vintage crime novel: a tightly knit cast, a chilling murder, and the relentless pursuit of truth. The interwar period provides a backdrop of subtle tensions and social undercurrents, infusing the narrative with both elegance and unease. As the courtroom mystery deepens, the stakes rise, and the distinction between guilt and innocence blurs. The reader is invited to weigh each clue, question each motive, and experience the intellectual thrill that defines traditional detective stories. With its finely wrought puzzles and atmospheric setting, this 1930s mystery book stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the genre. The interplay of deduction and intuition, combined with the classic British mystery sensibility, ensures a reading experience that is both engaging and satisfying. Lovers of mystery fiction's golden age will find themselves at home among the twists and revelations, while collectors and enthusiasts of English country house mysteries will appreciate the careful restoration of a rare work. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Carolyn Wells
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 22