Spotlight
Spotlight by Patricia Wentworth, published by Hodder & Stoughton on August 9, 2018, is a classic golden age mystery that invites readers into a tense gathering where secrets abound. When the blackmailer Gregory Porlock is murdered during a celebration at his home, it falls to the astute Miss Silver to unravel the truth. Each guest has hidden motives, and as the investigation unfolds, the layers of deception reveal a complex web of relationships and intentions.
In this engaging narrative, readers will find a blend of mystery and intrigue as Miss Silver navigates the lies surrounding Porlock’s death. The story explores themes of crime and deception, making it a compelling addition to the mystery and detective genre. With 304 pages, this edition offers a captivating experience for fans of classic thrillers, showcasing Wentworth’s skill in crafting intricate plots and memorable characters.
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CLASSIC GOLDEN AGE MYSTERY, PERFECT FOR FANS OF AGATHA CHRISTIE
When a blackmailer is stabbed at his own celebration, Miss Silver must find the guilty party
‘Ranks with the best of the golden-age detectives’ Daily Mail
When the menacing Gregory Porlock invites a group of unacquainted friends into his home, no one is quite sure what to expect.
But after the host himself is stabbed in the back it soon becomes clear to all that he was a blackmailer.
Every person in his house has something to hide, and many have good reason for wishing Porlock ill. It is up to Miss Silver to see through the lies and determine which guest made certain the party was really over.
‘A first-rate storyteller’ Daily Telegraph
‘With her gift for spinning an intriguing story, leavened by a young romance, Wentworth never disappoints and often, as here, exceeds expectations’ Daily Mail
‘You can’t go wrong with Miss Maud Silver’ Observer
‘Miss Silver is marvellous’ Daily Mail
‘Better than Miss Marple’ Mary Stewart
‘A particular favourite’ Andrew Taylor
‘Miss Wentworth’s plot is ingenious, her characterization acute, her solution satisfying’ Scotsman
‘Miss Silver has her place in detective fiction as surely as Lord Peter Wimsey or Hercule Poirot’ Manchester Evening News
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