Description
Discover the enigmatic world of 'Duck Season Death,' a captivating murder mystery that blends wit and intrigue. Written by the talented June Wright in the mid-1950s, this captivating novel was initially shelved but has since been resurrected as a classic in the genre. Merging humor with suspense, 'Duck Season Death' takes you to a remote hunting inn where the seemingly idyllic setting turns sinister as publisher Athol Sefton is murdered during a duck hunt. This trade paperback edition, published by Verse Chorus Press in 2015, invites readers to delve into a cast of quirky characters, each harboring motives that make them suspect in Sefton's untimely demise. As Sefton's nephew, Charles, embarks on a quest to unravel the mystery, he soon realizes that the real killer isn't playing by the rules of the detective fiction he's so well-versed in. This novel is a must-read for fans of classic country-house murder mysteries and those who appreciate a clever whodunit with a humorous twist. The new paperback condition ensures that you're not just purchasing a story but experiencing a piece of literary history. Experience the thrill of the chase in a delightful romp that transcends time. Perfect for cozy reading sessions, 'Duck Season Death' is available now for mystery lovers of all ages. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781891241352.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781891241352
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2015
Publisher: Verse Chorus Press
Description:
June Wright wrote this lost gem in the mid-1950s, but consigned it to her bottom drawer after her publisher foolishly rejected it. Perhaps it was a little ahead of its time? Because while it's a tour de force of the classic country-house murder mystery, it's also a delightful romp, poking fun at the conventions of the genre. When someone takes advantage of a duck hunt to murder publisher Athol Sefton at a remote hunting inn, it soon turns out that virtually everyone, guests and staff alike, had a good reason for shooting him. Sefton's nephew Charles thinks he can solve the crime by applying the "rules of the game" he's absorbed from his years as a reviewer of detective fiction — only the killer evidently isn't playing by those rules.Duck Season Deathis a both a fiendishly clever whodunit and a marvellous entertainment.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781891241352
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2015
Publisher: Verse Chorus Press
Description:
June Wright wrote this lost gem in the mid-1950s, but consigned it to her bottom drawer after her publisher foolishly rejected it. Perhaps it was a little ahead of its time? Because while it's a tour de force of the classic country-house murder mystery, it's also a delightful romp, poking fun at the conventions of the genre. When someone takes advantage of a duck hunt to murder publisher Athol Sefton at a remote hunting inn, it soon turns out that virtually everyone, guests and staff alike, had a good reason for shooting him. Sefton's nephew Charles thinks he can solve the crime by applying the "rules of the game" he's absorbed from his years as a reviewer of detective fiction — only the killer evidently isn't playing by those rules.Duck Season Deathis a both a fiendishly clever whodunit and a marvellous entertainment.