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For Miriam Gardner, attending a party at the London home of her fiancé, Lucius Stourbridge, to celebrate their forthcoming marriage, it should have been one of the happiest days of her life. But, after making a sudden exit from the party, Miriam disappears without a trace. Reluctant to cause a scandal, Lucius seeks out William Monk, a detective with a reputation for excellence.
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“A novel whose supsense remains high until the final pages…Anne Perry is [a] master of crime fiction, who rarely fails to deliver a strong story and a colorful cast of characters.”
— Baltimore Sun
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“No one is better known for portraying Victorian life and social mores.”
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“A twisted root indeed.”
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“When a law flies in the face of moral justice, can a person be condemned for defying it—even to the point of murder? Anne Perry argues the issue with uncommon eloquence.”
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“Sure to intrigue.”
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“Memorable…As always, Perry manages to entertain.”
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“[The Twisted Root has] a climactic thunderbolt that will leave even her most loyal fans gasping.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Aita Speier, 2/15/2024
About Anne Perry
Anne Perry (1938-2023) was an English author of historical detective fiction, mysteries, young-adult fantasy, and young-adult fiction, and holiday novels, with several making the New York Times bestsellers list. Her novels were set in Victorian England, the Ottoman empire, and in Europe during WWI and WWI.
About Terrence Hardiman
Terrence Hardiman has worked extensively in theater. He began at the Old Vic, went on to repertory at Bristol, and then spent five years as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. He played the title role in BBC TV’s The Demon Headmaster, while his other television appearances include major parts in Secret Army, Miss Marple, Hannay, and Inspector Morse. Among his film credits are Mask of Murder, Loophole, and Gandhi.