George BellairsMystery · Crime·1902–1982
Death of a busybody
Synopsis
When the village busybody, Miss Tither, is found murdered, the seemingly idyllic community of Hilary Magna is thrown into disarray. Inspector Littlejohn from Scotland Yard arrives to investigate, uncovering a web of hidden identities, old grudges, and financial schemes. As a second death rocks the village, Littlejohn must untangle the truth behind the picturesque facade.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10
Content warnings (1)
Violence


