Whose Body? A Lord Peter Wimsey Novel. Дороти Ли Сэйерс
Whose Body? A Lord Peter Wimsey Novel
Год выпуска: 1923
Автор произведения: Дороти Ли Сэйерс
Издательство: Aegitas
isbn: 978-0-3694091-9-5
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Whose Body? A Lord Peter Wimsey Novel by Dorothy L. Sayers is an excellent example of classic detective fiction. The novel follows Lord Peter Wimsey, a nobleman and amateur detective, as he investigates the mysterious death of an unknown man whose body is found in a London flat. The mystery deepens when Wimsey discovers that the man was wearing a pair of pajamas belonging to a wealthy financier who has recently gone missing. As Wimsey delves deeper into the case, he is forced to confront his own personal demons and reconcile his past. The novel is full of clever puzzles and red herrings that keep the reader guessing until the very end. Sayers' writing style is engaging and witty, and her characters are well-developed and believable. The novel is also full of interesting social commentary, as Wimsey's investigation takes him into the world of high society and exposes the hypocrisy and corruption of the upper classes. Whose Body? is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction. It is a well-crafted mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The novel is a great example of how detective fiction can be used to explore complex social issues and provide thought-provoking commentary.