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The seventh mourner

The seventh mourner

CrimeMystery
Pages
189
Published
1958
Language
English

Synopsis

In a quiet California town, a seemingly peaceful funeral is disrupted by a shocking murder. The victim is a prominent citizen, and the investigation quickly uncovers a web of secrets and long-held grudges among the mourners. As the local sheriff delves deeper, he must navigate the intricate relationships and hidden motives to unmask the killer before they strike again.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

Tense
Locked Room

Genres

Crime Mystery

About the author

D
Dorothy Gardiner

Dorothy Gardiner was an American mystery writer and a key figure in the Mystery Writers of America. She wrote suspenseful novels including After the Fine Weather, Lion in Wait, and The Big H. Her stories often feature clever plots set against both international and western backgrounds.