Judith L. (jlautner) reviewed on 9/19/2020 + 106 more book reviews

Margaret Parsons seems like the perfect wife. Until she is found dead and questions arise.

Inspector Wexford digs deep, which means exploring her attic, among other things, and finding references to "Doon" in love letters there. Who is this Doon and what was their relationship? Did it continue?

There is no lack of suspects, all seemingly unlikely, however.

In this first Wexford novel, the inspector is not married. He lives a solitary life, coming home to his comfortable home alone, whenever he needs to take a break. For Wexford, the investigation is the thing, although he does have interests beyond the police. He finds it hard to rest while the puzzles float around in his mind.

It's a good introduction to the trusty detective and his inner life.

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