Innocent Blood
Innocent Blood by P.D. James is a standalone crime novel published by Simon and Schuster on August 2, 2001. This edition, part of the 1st Scribner Paperback Fiction series, spans 400 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Philippa Palfrey, who, adopted into a privileged family, grapples with the unsettling truths about her biological parents and a historical murder that unravels her fantasies of aristocracy.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of betrayal and the consequences of uncovering hidden secrets. As Philippa delves deeper into her past, she discovers that the pursuit of truth can awaken long-buried horrors, leading to a suspenseful journey filled with mystery. This book engages with themes of identity and the complexities of familial ties, making it a thought-provoking read for fans of traditional mysteries and thrillers.
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From New York Times bestselling author of the Adam Dalgleish mystery series comes a “flawlessly crafted…profoundly, masterfully moving” (Cosmopolitan) standalone crime novel that is “the peak of the art” (London Times).
Adopted as a child into a privileged family, Philippa Palfrey fantasizes that she is the daughter of an aristocrat and a parlor maid. The terrifying truth about her parents and a long-ago murder is only the first in a series of shocking betrayals. Philippa quickly learns that those who delve into the secrets of the past must be on guard when long-buried horrors begin to stir.
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