Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1936
Publisher
Collins Crime Club
Description
In a quiet English village, a renowned painter's life is cut short in a shocking twist of fate. The community, once aglow with his artistic brilliance, is plunged into a dark mystery that unfolds as the days pass. As secrets begin to surface, the atmosphere thickens with intrigue, and the locals find themselves grappling with the unanswered questions left in the wake of his untimely demise.
Among the villagers is a curious detective, drawn to the case by a sense of duty and an insatiable thirst for truth. As he delves deeper into the painter's life, he uncovers layers of deceit and jealousy among those closest to the artist. Each interview reveals fragments of hidden tensions, creating a vivid portrait of relationships fraught with ambition and betrayal.
With each clue pieced together, the detective races against time to uncover the motivations behind the crime. The tension builds as he navigates through a maze of colorful characters, all harboring their own secrets. Ultimately, the quest for justice illuminates not only the dark corners of the village but also the profound complexities of human nature.
Among the villagers is a curious detective, drawn to the case by a sense of duty and an insatiable thirst for truth. As he delves deeper into the painter's life, he uncovers layers of deceit and jealousy among those closest to the artist. Each interview reveals fragments of hidden tensions, creating a vivid portrait of relationships fraught with ambition and betrayal.
With each clue pieced together, the detective races against time to uncover the motivations behind the crime. The tension builds as he navigates through a maze of colorful characters, all harboring their own secrets. Ultimately, the quest for justice illuminates not only the dark corners of the village but also the profound complexities of human nature.