The Bungalow Mystery

ISBN: 1911095218

Author: Haynes, Annie

Condition: New

He had his tea as usual; when I knocked at the door with the tray (he always had afternoon tea), I found him-like this.Dr Roger Lavington is dreading his debut performance with the village amateur dramatic society. But real-world drama takes over when Lavingtons neighbour, a reclusive artist, is found murdered in his own sitting room. Also found on the scene are a ladys glove, a diamond ring, and a mysterious young woman who begs Lavington for his protection. Her safety will depend on her ability to take a role in the forthcoming village play-but is Lavington sheltering a wronged woman or a clever murderess?The Bungalow Mystery (1923) was the first of Annie Hayness golden age crime novels, and announced a major talent. This new edition, the first in over eighty years, features an introduction by crime fiction historian Curtis Evans.The ingredients in this story are skilfully mixed. TimesContrived and worked out with considerable craftsmanship-drawn with sympathy and power. Sunday TimesContains many cunning devices. OutlookThe mystery is a real mystery. GuardianPlenty of mystery and drama. QueenThis author has a sure hand at a crime storystrongly recommended to every type of novel reader. Liverpool Courier