A Judgement in Stone
A Judgement in Stone by Ruth Rendell is a reprint edition published by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard in January 2000. This 188-page book presents a chilling narrative centered around the brutal murder of the Coverdale family on Valentine’s Day, committed by their housekeeper, Eunice Parchman. As Detective Chief Superintendent William Vetch investigates the case, he uncovers a deeper tragedy linked to Eunice’s past, revealing the complex interplay of character and motive that drives the story.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of psychological themes within the realms of horror and mystery. The narrative delves into the events leading up to the massacre, set against the backdrop of a televised performance of Don Giovanni. Through its intricate character development and the unfolding of hidden truths, A Judgement in Stone offers a thought-provoking examination of the factors that can lead to such a violent act. This edition is presented in English and measures 7.96 inches in height and 5.16 inches in length, making it a suitable addition to any bookshelf.
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What on earth could have provoked a modern day St. Valentine’s Day massacre?
On Valentine’s Day, four members of the Coverdale family–George, Jacqueline, Melinda and Giles–were murdered in the space of 15 minutes. Their housekeeper, Eunice Parchman, shot them, one by one, in the blue light of a televised performance of Don Giovanni. When Detective Chief Superintendent William Vetch arrests Miss Parchman two weeks later, he discovers a second tragedy: the key to the Valentine’s Day massacre hidden within a private humiliation Eunice Parchman has guarded all her life. A brilliant rendering of character, motive, and the heady discovery of truth, A Judgement in Stone is among Ruth Rendell’s finest psychological thrillers.
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