The Clock Strikes Twelve by Patricia Wentworth
Set in the atmospheric backdrop of a grand English manor, this classic mystery unfolds on New Year's Eve when the patriarch of the Paradine family, James Paradine, is found dead at the stroke of midnight. As the family gathers to celebrate, tensions simmer beneath the surface, and secrets threaten to unravel. The astute Miss Silver, a former governess turned private detective, is called upon to untangle the web of deceit and betrayal. With her keen observation and gentle demeanor, she navigates through the intricate relationships and hidden motives of the Paradine family, ultimately revealing the truth behind the murder.
- Published
- 1944
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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