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In this London‑set mystery, private detective Maud Silver is drawn into the tragic death of celebrated actress Tanis Lyle. With a life cut short by an unknown assailant, Miss Silver delves into a dark family feud that has festered for years, threatening to spill over into new victims. Her investigation reveals how long‑held grudges and hidden motives can ignite deadly passions.
First publish date: 1943
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Patricia Wentworth
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