A single scream shatters the tranquillity of an English country house, and in its echo, the veneer of civility begins to crack. The interwar period, with its gilded surfaces and shadowed corners, becomes the perfect backdrop for a crime investigation story where every guest harbours secrets and every whispered conversation hints at guilt. Within these walls, the golden age detective fiction tradition flourishes, inviting readers to test their wits against a labyrinthine whodunit murder mystery. The book's intricate plotting and sharply drawn characters evoke the very essence of classic British mystery novels, transporting readers to 1920s England-a world of polished silver, creaking floorboards, and the ever-present tension between appearance and reality. Rediscovered after decades lost to time, this work is more than a mere reprint; it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Alpha Editions has restored it for today's and future generations, ensuring that the sophisticated puzzles and atmospheric suspense that once captivated mystery lovers can once again be savoured. Fans of Agatha Christie and the golden age detective fiction canon will find themselves at home amid the red herrings and subtle clues, yet even those new to classic literature enthusiasts' favourites will be swept up in the elegant prose and mounting intrigue. The story's enduring appeal lies in its ability to illuminate both the darkness of the human heart and the fragile bonds of trust that tie us together, making it as relevant now as in its original era. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions, offering a rare opportunity for adult fiction readers and those seeking the perfect mystery lovers' gift. Its return enriches any collection and stands as a testament to the enduring power of the detective fiction book, inviting a new generation to lose themselves in the shadows and revelations of a masterfully crafted English country house mystery.