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Aunt Alice Robertson, drained by age and frailty, attempts to descend the sweeping staircase of her ancestral home, only to suffer a fatal fall. Her nephew, returning from a stroll, discovers the tragedy and suspects murder. The case is dismissed by most, including the perceptive Inspector Long, who hears no motive for killing a beloved old lady. Yet whispers abound of valuable family heirlooms hidden within the mansion. The investigation turns to a clandestine dealer who uncovered these treasures and may have killed to keep their value from falling into the wrong hands. Inspector Long must navigate family secrets, secretive rumors, and a web of deceit to uncover the truth.
First publish date: 1960
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Elizabeth Ferrars
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