First published in 1934, this exquisitely crafted novel blends the tenets of a traditional mystery with an exploration of the psychological impact of death, accusation, guilt and justice in the aftermath of murder.
The beautiful and ambitious Ivy got exactly what she wanted when she married Jervis Lexton for his money.At least, she thought she had.In fact, she got a whole lot less than she... Læs mere
Features a story about a London family who suspects that their upstairs lodger is a mysterious killer known as 'The Avenger'.