First published 1996
When a local artist is found dead, Lord Peter Wimsey must untangle a web of lies to uncover the truth. With five suspects, each with a seemingly airtight alibi, the case seems impossible. But as Wimsey delves deeper, he uncovers a sinister plot – one where the real killer has created the ultimate deception. Can Wimsey expose the murderer before they strike again?
Genres: 20th-century, mystery, thriller, detective
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: deception, unreliable-narrator
Setting: England
306 pages · Paperback · HarperCollins