Police at the Funeral
Police at the Funeral by Margery Allingham, published by Penguin Books, Limited in 1989, is a mystery novel that unfolds within the confines of the imperious Caroline Faraday’s Victorian household. Set in 1931, the narrative explores the tensions among the Faraday children, who are burdened by their mother’s strict rules and the weight of family expectations. When one child goes missing and is later found dead, followed by another sibling’s demise, the situation escalates, prompting Caroline to enlist the help of the investigator Albert Campion.
Readers will find a richly detailed story that delves into themes of family dynamics and societal change, as the investigation reveals deeper truths about the Faraday family. The novel presents a blend of traditional mystery elements and character-driven drama, showcasing the clash between the old Victorian values and the encroaching modern world. With 256 pages, this edition offers an engaging exploration of the complexities of family relationships and the consequences of long-held secrets.
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The imperious Caroline Faraday runs her house like a Victorian fiefdom, unconcerned with the fact that it’s 1931. Furniture and meals are heavy and elaborate, both motorcars and morning tea are forbidden on account of vulgarity. The Faraday children – now well into middle age — chafe at the restrictions, but with no money of their own, they respond primarily by quarreling amongst themselves. Their endless squabbling is tedious but nothing more until one of them turns up missing and then dead, followed shortly by his petulant, whining sister. Though neither will be much missed, decency demands that Caroline Faraday hire the nearly respectable Albert Campion to investigate their untimely ends. Unfortunately, what Mr. Campion discovers will force the modern world relentlessly into Mrs. Faraday’s stuffy Victorian parlor. A richly detailed and entertaining romp, with a fascinating resolution and an unconventional and winning sleuth – Chicago Tribune
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