The Silk Stocking Murders
بواسطة
Anthony Berkeley
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تنسيق
غلاف ورقي
صفحات
280
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Jan 1, 2001
الناشر
House of Stratus Ltd
رقم ISBN-10
0755102096
رقم ISBN-13
9780755102099
الوصف
In the heart of London, a troubling mystery unfolds as the daughter of a country parson mysteriously vanishes, drawing the attention of the astute detective Roger Sheringham. Known for his keen observational skills and rational thinking, Sheringham dives headfirst into the enigmatic world of crime and deception. As he navigates through the tangled web of the city's underbelly, he uncovers clues that hint at a far more sinister plot than initially imagined.
As Sheringham meticulously pieces together the story behind the disappearance, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. The deeper he investigates, the more he realizes that appearances can be deceiving, making it difficult to discern friend from foe. The elusiveness of the truth challenges his intellect and determination, pushing him to explore the darker recesses of human nature.
With each revelation, the stakes escalate, leading to a gripping climax that keeps readers engaged until the very last page. Sheringham's relentless pursuit of justice is not just about finding the missing girl; it also becomes a reflection of the societal issues lurking beneath the surface of a seemingly simple case.
As Sheringham meticulously pieces together the story behind the disappearance, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. The deeper he investigates, the more he realizes that appearances can be deceiving, making it difficult to discern friend from foe. The elusiveness of the truth challenges his intellect and determination, pushing him to explore the darker recesses of human nature.
With each revelation, the stakes escalate, leading to a gripping climax that keeps readers engaged until the very last page. Sheringham's relentless pursuit of justice is not just about finding the missing girl; it also becomes a reflection of the societal issues lurking beneath the surface of a seemingly simple case.