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Summary
Four festive stories from P. D. James, the ‘Queen of Crime’
From a Christmas murder at a country house to an illicit affair and a questionable inheritance, P. D. James’s trademark sparkling prose illuminates the secrets that lurk beneath the surface at enforced family gatherings. These puzzle-box mysteries are perfect cosy reading for the darkest days of the year!
Including two early cases for Adam Dalgleish – star of the major TV series, Dalgleish
What readers are saying:
‘A sheer delight.’ 5* reader review
‘Four of the best of P D James short stories. All set around Christmas and all expertly planned, written and executed!’ 5* reader review
‘Perfect for a dark wintry evening.’ 5* reader review
‘Very entertaining, and I loved it.’ 5* reader review
P. D.James
P. D. James (1920-2014) was a bestselling and internationally acclaimed crime writer best known for her books starring poet-detective Adam Dalgliesh. She wrote nineteen novels as well as several short story collections and works of non-fiction. Her work has been translated into thirty-six languages, and has sold millions of copies worldwide. Among many international prizes, awards and honours, she received the…
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