A Judgement In Stone by Ruth Rendell
"A Judgement In Stone" is a gripping psychological thriller that unravels the tragic events surrounding the murder of the wealthy Coverdale family. As the investigation unfolds, the true motives and dark secrets of the family's housekeeper, Eunice, are gradually revealed, leading to a shocking climax. With its intricate plot and complex characters, the book explores themes of class divide, social isolation, and the destructive power of secrets.
The 934th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1977
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 63,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 39th on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)
- 51st on Tozai Mystery Best 100 (2012 Revision) (Shūkan Bunshun (Japanese Newspaper))
- 88th on The Top 100 Mystery Novels of All Time (Mystery Writers of America)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)