Publisher's Synopsis
The Bittermeads Mystery is a classic detective novel written by E.R. Punshon. Set in the English countryside, the story follows the investigation of a mysterious death at Bittermeads, a sprawling estate owned by the wealthy and eccentric Mr. Penrose. When a young woman is found dead in the estate's summerhouse, the police are called in to investigate. However, it soon becomes clear that the case is more complex than it first appears, and the detective in charge must navigate a web of secrets and lies to uncover the truth. As the investigation progresses, the reader is drawn into the world of Bittermeads and its inhabitants, including the enigmatic Mr. Penrose and his family, the staff who work on the estate, and a cast of suspicious characters with hidden motives. With twists and turns at every corner, The Bittermeads Mystery is a gripping and atmospheric novel that will keep readers guessing until the very end.That they were friends of the man he had just overthrown and whose huge bulk lay motionless in the darkness at his feet, seemed plain, and it also seemed plain to him that the moment was not an opportune one for offering explanations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
