Death Under Sail
“Death Under Sail” by Charles Percy Snow is a mystery novel published by Penguin Books in 1982. This edition spans 216 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Roger Mills, a Harley Street specialist, who embarks on a sailing holiday on the Norfolk Broads. The tranquility of his trip is shattered when he is discovered at the helm of his yacht, fatally shot, leading to suspicion falling on his six guests.
Readers will find a narrative steeped in intrigue as the plot unfolds around the circumstances of Mills’ death. The book delves into the dynamics among the guests, each of whom becomes a potential suspect in this puzzling mystery. With elements of suspense and detective fiction, “Death Under Sail” invites readers to engage with the unfolding drama and explore the motives behind the crime.
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Roger Mills, a Harley Street specialist, is taking a sailing holiday on the Norfolk Broads. When his six guests find him at the tiller of his yacht with a smile on his face and a gunshot through his heart, all six fall under suspicion. The Green Popular Penguins Story It was in 1935 when Allen Lane stood on a British railway platform looking for something good to read on his journey. His choice was limited to popular magazines and poor quality paperbacks. Lane’s disappointment at the range of books available led him to found a company – and change the world. In 1935 the Penguin was born, but it took until the late 1940s for the Crime and Mystery series to emerge. The genre thrived in the post-war austerity of the 1940s, and reached heights of popularity by the 1960s. Suspense, compelling plots and captivating characters ensure that once again you need look no further than the Penguin logo for the scene of the perfect crime.
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