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1. 1. The Old Fox Deceiv'd

   A Richard Jury Mystery

   

   In this intriguing mystery set in a quaint English village, the unexpected murder of a mysterious woman during the Twelfth Night festivities sends Scotland Yard's Inspector Richard Jury on a complex investigation. As Jury delves into the lives of the eccentric villagers, he uncovers a web of secrets, deceit, and hidden identities. With the help of his witty and resourceful friend, Melrose Plant, Jury navigates through a series of red herrings and puzzling clues to unravel the truth behind the woman's enigmatic past and the motives of those around her.

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2. 2. Vertigo 42

   A Richard Jury Mystery

   

   In this gripping mystery, Scotland Yard's Superintendent Richard Jury is drawn into a complex web of intrigue and deception when he is approached by a wealthy businessman who believes his wife's death was not an accident. As Jury delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a series of seemingly unrelated deaths linked by a shared connection to a luxurious bar named Vertigo 42. With the help of his eccentric friend Melrose Plant, Jury navigates a world of secrets and lies, where the past and present collide, leading to a shocking revelation that challenges his perceptions of justice and truth.

3. 3. The Man With A Load Of Mischief

   A Richard Jury Mystery

   

   In a quaint English village, the peace is shattered when two bodies are discovered in a local inn, setting the stage for a gripping murder mystery. The enigmatic and astute Inspector Richard Jury, along with his witty and aristocratic friend Melrose Plant, delve into the lives of the villagers, uncovering secrets and motives hidden beneath the surface. As they navigate through a web of intrigue and deception, the duo must piece together the clues to reveal the true identity of the killer, all while maintaining their charm and wit in the face of danger.

4. 4. The Dirty Duck

   

   During the Shakespeare Festival in Stratford-upon-Avon, Detective Richard Jury and his friend Melrose Plant probe a string of murders targeting American visitors, each shadowed by cryptic, literary-tinged clues. As tensions simmer among theatergoers and locals, they navigate jealousies, hidden pasts, and transatlantic secrets to unmask a clever killer, culminating in a confrontation tied to a notorious riverside pub.

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