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Name: Trial and Error
Author: Anthony Berkeley

Mr. Todhunter, a reserved bachelor living in a London flat, leads a monotonous life defined by predictability. Diagnosed with a terminal illness, he resolves to commit a dramatic act by eliminating the person he considers the worst. He succeeds, but the aftermath throws him into chaos. The accused is wrongly convicted, leaving Todhunter with a moral and legal battle of his own. To protect the innocent and restore his reputation, he must navigate the legal system while confronting the consequences of his actions. The novel explores themes of fate, justice, and the fragility of human routine.

First publish date: 1958

Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery

Authors: Anthony Berkeley

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