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The Affair of the Blood-Stained Egg Cosy is a witty homage to the golden age of country‑house murder mysteries. Set in the 1930s at Alderley, a historic estate, the novel follows a house party filled with an eclectic cast: English aristocrats, foreign intelligence agents, a ravishing baroness, a daring jewel thief, a Texan millionaire, and a redoubtable butler. Amid the festivities, a murder shakes the estate, and the quirky, small‑town detectives must unravel the secrets of each guest to uncover the culprit. Anderson’s narrative captures the charm and cunning of classic crime fiction while injecting modern humor and an immersive setting.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: James Anderson
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