Agatha Christie at her most delightfully convoluted—this early romp from 1925 has everything: a murdered count, a missing memoir, stolen jewels, and a country house positively brimming with secrets. Anthony Cade stumbles into a web of international intrigue that's part thriller, part comedy of manners. Christie juggles multiple plot threads with her trademark cleverness, delivering red herrings and revelations in equal measure. Perfect for fans of golden age detective fiction who love their mysteries with a side of aristocratic charm and witty banter.
