Josephine Tey

A Shilling for Candles (eBook, ePUB)

Murder Mystery (Inspector Alan Grant Book)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Josephine Tey's 'A Shilling for Candles' is a captivating mystery novel set against the backdrop of post-World War I England. Tey's literary style is marked by intricate plotting, vivid character development, and atmospheric prose that immerses readers in the story. The novel follows Inspector Alan Grant as he investigates the mysterious death of a young actress, delving into the world of glamour and deception in the British film industry. Tey masterfully weaves together suspense, intrigue, and social commentary, making 'A Shilling for Candles' a compelling read for fans of classic detective fiction. Tey's attention to detail and clever storytelling keep readers engaged until the satisfying conclusion. As a pioneering female writer in the mystery genre, Tey's unique perspective adds depth and complexity to the narrative, setting her work apart from her contemporaries. Recommended for lovers of classic mysteries and historical fiction, 'A Shilling for Candles' is a timeless tale of crime and intrigue that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

---

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, BG, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 189
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547774235
• Artikelnr.: 69547241

Autorenporträt

Josephine Tey is one of the best-known and best-loved of all crime writers. She began to write full-time after the successful publication of her first novel, The Man in the Queue (1929), which introduced Inspector Grant of Scotland Yard. In 1937 she returned to crime writing with A Shilling for Candles, but it wasn't until after the Second World War that the majority of her crime novels were published. Josephine Tey died in 1952, leaving her entire estate to the National Trust.

Rezensionen

Richly rewarding ... a joy absolute. New York Times