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Dorothy Gilman’s *Thale’s Folly* follows New York City writer Andrew Thale, who travels to a remote Massachusetts property left dormant after the death of his Aunt Harriet. His father’s request compels him to uncover the estate’s mysteries, leading to revelations about inheritance, family secrets, and the unresolved questions that haunt the Thale lineage.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Dorothy Gilman
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