First published 1986
When a successful businessman is found dead in his locked study, Detective Lord Peter Wimsey must untangle a web of suspects and motives to uncover the truth. As he delves deeper, Wimsey realizes that nothing is as it seems, and the killer may be closer than anyone imagines. With time running out, he must use his sharp mind and keen observation to catch the culprit before they strike again.
Genres: 20th-century, mystery, crime, detective
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: amateur-detective, web-of-suspects
Setting: England
Period: 20th-century
208 pages · Hardcover · Chivers