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Gregory Wynter is shot dead through the window of his dressing room, a crime that seems impossible to pull off without the police arriving first. With no clear motive, his brother Austin enlists private investigators Christopher and Vivienne Perrins. The Perrins team must untangle a web of complex relationships within the Wynter household and beyond. Their investigation reveals unexpected romance and leads to the revelation of an impossible murder that hinges on a box of poisoned chocolates. This classic Golden Age mystery, first published in 1931, showcases meticulous detective work and surprising twists.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Cecil Waye
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