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During the bustling holiday season, Inspector Witherspoon finds himself in a perplexing case that threatens to disrupt his household’s festive plans. Faced with a crime that Scotland Yard demands be solved before Christmas, the Inspector must enlist the help of Mrs. Jeffries and her fellow household employees. Their task is to unravel a series of subtle and elusive clues, all while managing the expectations of the household and the pressures of wartime England. The story blends mystery with keen observations of domestic life and social customs, highlighting the resourcefulness of women in traditional household roles.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Emily Brightwell
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