The Classic Collection of Ngaio Marsh. Inspector Roderick Alleyn (6 Books). Illustrated: A Man Lay Dead, Enter a Murderer, Death in Ecstasy, Vintage Murder and others

by Ngaio Marsh

Overview

This classic collection brings together six of Ngaio Marsh's finest mysteries featuring the sophisticated and sharp-witted Inspector Roderick Alleyn. Known for her intricate plotting and immersive storytelling, Marsh introduces readers to a series of cases that delve into the complexities of human motives and the subtle tensions within British society. The collection includes some of Marsh’s most celebrated works, such as A Man Lay Dead, Enter a Murderer, Death in Ecstasy, and Vintage Murder, each offering a unique setting and memorable cast of characters. Across these mysteries, Inspector Alleyn faces a variety of challenging cases: from a country house murder and the cutthroat world of the theater, to the dark intrigues of a secretive cult and the picturesque yet menacing vineyards of New Zealand. With his blend of intelligence, charm, and persistence, Alleyn methodically uncovers each crime’s twisted motives and hidden truths. Contents: • A Man Lay Dead • Enter a Murderer • The Nursing Home Murder • Death in Ecstasy • Vintage Murder • Overture to Death

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9786178492205
Publisher:	Andrii Ponomarenko
Publication date:	12/17/2024
Sold by:	De Marque
Format:	eBook
Pages:	1983
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

New Zealander Dame Edith Ngaio Marsh (1895-1982) is recognized as being one of the four "Queens of Crime," alongside Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Margery Allingham. Over the span of 48 years, she published 32 mystery novels, all of them starring British Inspector Roderick Alleyn. Her most popular books include Vintage Murder, A Man Lay Dead, and A Grave Mistake. She was named a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1966.