When a society lady dies after eating a box of chocolates meant for someone else, London's press and police are baffled. Only the brilliant - and infuriating - amateur sleuth Roger Sheringham dares to unravel the case's tangled motives and deadly elegance. But this time, he's not working alone. Six sharp minds, each with a theory, tackle the same crime - and every solution seems more convincing than the last... until the final, shocking revelation.
A masterpiece of Golden Age detective fiction, The Poisoned Chocolates Case is Anthony Berkeley at his cleverest - witty, psychological, and delightfully subversive. With multiple detectives, multiple answers, and one unforgettable twist, it's a mystery lover's dream come true.
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Margery Allingham, this classic blends humor, suspense, and intellectual challenge in equal measure.
Series
Language
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
ISBN-13
978-1-5154-6898-1 (9781515468981)
Copyright in bibliographic data and cover images is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or by the publishers or by their respective licensors: all rights reserved.
Schweitzer Classification
Anthony Berkeley (1893-1971) was one of the founding masters of the Golden Age of British detective fiction. Writing under his own name and as Francis Iles, Berkeley helped transform the mystery novel from a simple puzzle into a sophisticated exploration of character, motive, and psychology.A journalist, humorist, and critic as well as a novelist, Berkeley was a founding member of London's legendary Detection Club, where he worked alongside Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and G.K. Chesterton. His creation of Roger Sheringham, an erudite amateur sleuth with a sharp wit and human flaws, redefined the modern detective hero.Berkeley's innovative approach to crime, suspense, and psychological intrigue influenced generations of writers and helped shape the evolution of the classic British mystery. His works-especially The Layton Court Mystery, The Poisoned Chocolates Case, and Malice Aforethought-remain essential reading for anyone who loves intelligent whodunits, vintage crime stories, and the enduring charm of Golden Age mysteries.
