Twice Round the Clock
Twice Round the Clock by Billie Houston, published by the British Library in 2023, is a mystery novel that unfolds in a confined setting. The story begins with the discovery of Horace Manning, a scientist and recluse, found dead in his study at 4 am, shortly after a dinner celebrating his daughter Helen’s engagement. An ivory-handled carving knife is the weapon, and with the telephone line sabotaged, the scene is set for a calculated murder amidst a gathering of houseguests.
Readers will find a narrative that rewinds twelve hours to explore the events leading up to the crime, revealing a range of motives among a closed cast of suspects. The plot intricately weaves clues and character interactions, building suspense as it progresses toward the pivotal moment at 4 am and ultimately racing to a conclusion by 4 pm. This edition spans 252 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers into a traditional mystery filled with intrigue and deception.
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Horace Manning, scientist, recluse and ‘closed book’ even to his friends is found dead in his study at 4am, following a dinner in honour of his daughter Helen’s engagement. An ivory-handled carving knife rests between his shoulder blades as the houseguests gather about to witness the awful crime. The telephone line has been sabotaged; a calculated murder has been committed. Rewinding twelve hours, the events of the afternoon and evening unfold, along with a multitude of motives from a closed cast of suspects and clues until the narrative reaches 4am again – then races on to its riveting conclusion at 4pm.
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