Description
Detective Superintendent Adam Dalgliesh expects a peaceful holiday in the remote Suffolk village of Monksmere, but the discovery of a murdered local author quickly draws him into a tightly guarded circle of suspects. As he probes the victim’s complicated relationships and buried resentments, the village’s tranquil façade gives way to menace and suspicion. With its atmospheric setting, intricate investigation, and psychologically nuanced characters, this classic mystery explores jealousy, secrecy, and the darker motives concealed within seemingly respectable lives.
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Details
First Published
1967
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Unnatural Causes by P.d James.
Violence
Death/Grief