Arson and Old Lace
Arson and Old Lace by Patricia Harwin is a mystery novel published by Wheeler in 2005, featuring 360 pages in English. The story follows Catherine Penny, a recently single American woman in her sixties, who relocates from New York City to a charming 17th-century cottage in the English village of Far Wychwood. As she settles into her new life, Catherine becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue when her neighbor dies in a fire, leading her to suspect foul play despite the skepticism of the local police and villagers.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and historical elements as Catherine navigates the complexities of her new surroundings. The narrative explores themes of sleuthing and community dynamics, highlighting Catherine’s determination to uncover the truth behind the tragic incident. With whispers of witchcraft and hidden secrets lurking within the village, this edition invites readers to join Catherine on her journey of discovery and investigation, showcasing her evolving role as an amateur detective.
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An American woman.
An English town.
A whole lot of trouble.
“You’re a librarian, not a detective,” Catherine Penny’s daughter reminds her. But Catherine, suddenly single in her sixties, finds it easy to slip into sleuthing mode when she leaves behind New York City and a failed marriage for a lovely 17th century cottage in the idyllic English village of Far Wychwood.
But behind the town’s quaint stone walls and lace-curtained windows lurk dark secrets and whispers of witchcraft. And when her crusty neighbor George Crocker dies in a tragic fire, Catherine alone suspects arson. Lacking hard evidence, the police pay little attention, and the villagers swear she must be mistaken. Catherine, however, is one feisty expatriate American who leaves no stone unturned when circumstances point to murder. She may not be Miss Marple — yet — but her ingenious knack for uncovering the truth is about to take Far Wychwood by storm!
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