The Castleford Conundrum - J J Connington
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"One of the very best of the Connington country house mysteries . . . is The Castleford Conundrum. In this tale the author does an extremely effective job of portraying an odious, stupid woman, Winifred Castleford, and her detestable, sponging in-laws. Even her seemingly sympathetic second husband, Philip Castleford, is offhandedly dismissed with contempt by Clinton Driffield as a cringing weakling. Only Philip's daughter (and Winifred's stepdaughter), Hillary, is portrayed by the author with real sympathy. If one desires to read a novel with a houseful of scheming, contemptible relations and…mehr

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"One of the very best of the Connington country house mysteries . . . is The Castleford Conundrum. In this tale the author does an extremely effective job of portraying an odious, stupid woman, Winifred Castleford, and her detestable, sponging in-laws. Even her seemingly sympathetic second husband, Philip Castleford, is offhandedly dismissed with contempt by Clinton Driffield as a cringing weakling. Only Philip's daughter (and Winifred's stepdaughter), Hillary, is portrayed by the author with real sympathy. If one desires to read a novel with a houseful of scheming, contemptible relations and a cleverly arranged murder of the one person with all the money-and what fan of classical English mystery does not-one could not do better than to choose The Castleford Conundrum." (From the Introduction.)
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J. J. Connington is the pseudonym of Alfred Walter Stewart (1880-1947), a British author renowned for his contributions to the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Here are key points about J. J. Connington. Alfred Walter Stewart wrote under the pen name J. J. Connington, producing a significant body of work that includes detective novels and mystery stories. He was known for his intricate plots, clever puzzles, and meticulous attention to detail in his writing. His writing style is characterized by a focus on puzzles, riddles, and the intricate unraveling of mysteries. Connington's novels often explore themes of crime, justice, and the psychology of both criminals and detectives. During the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, Connington's works stood out for their intellectual challenge and narrative sophistication. He contributed to the evolution of the detective novel by introducing innovative plot twists and unconventional solutions. ome of his notable works include "The Case with Nine Solutions" (1928), "Nordenholt's Million" (1923), and "Tragedy at Ravensthorpe" (1927), among others. These novels showcase his mastery of plot construction and storytelling. Alfred Walter Stewart, writing as J. J. Connington, left a legacy of engaging mysteries that continue to be appreciated for their intellectual depth, intricate plotting, and contribution to the rich tapestry of detective fiction from the early 20th century.