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Death Walks in Eastrepps

Death Walks in Eastrepps

CrimeMystery
Pages
284
Published
1931
Language
English

Synopsis

When a woman is found dead in the sleepy seaside village of Eastrepps, a brutal murderer dubbed the 'Eastrepps Evil' is on the loose. As a vacationing newspaperman coins the chilling phrase, suspicion falls on several residents. Is it the man with a calculated alibi, the shiftless blackmailer, or someone else entirely in this quiet Norfolk community?

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

Tense
Locked Room

Genres

Crime Mystery

About the author

F
Francis Beeding

A pseudonym for co-authors Hilary Saint George Saunders and John Leslie Palmer. >They were Oxford graduates who met while at the League of Nations in Geneva. Palmer was a drama critic who wrote books on the theatre under the pseudonym "Christopher Haddon". >Saunders served with the Welsh Guards in WWI and worked for the Air Ministry in WWII, writing the famous pamphlet, The Battle of Britain. From 1946 to 1950 he was librarian of the House of Commons. >They also wrote mainstream fiction und...

Characters

Robert EldridgeSupporting
Margaret WithersSupporting
Mary HewittSupporting
James HewittSupporting
Mrs. DampierSupporting
All characters in Death Walks in Eastrepps

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Death Walks in Eastrepps feature a recurring detective character?

    The novel introduces Inspector Cockrill, who becomes a prominent figure in several of Francis Beeding's later mystery novels. Readers who enjoy following a consistent detective through a series will find this an early appearance of a notable character.

  • How does Death Walks in Eastrepps compare to other Golden Age mysteries?

    This book is notable for its focus on psychological tension and character studies alongside the traditional whodunit structure, setting it apart from some contemporaries that prioritized intricate plotting above all else. It explores the impact of the crime on the community and the suspects' inner lives.

  • Is Death Walks in Eastrepps part of a larger series?

    While it features the first appearance of Inspector Cockrill, Death Walks in Eastrepps functions as a standalone mystery with a complete resolution. Readers do not need to have read any other books by Francis Beeding to understand or enjoy this story.