Two for Sorrow: 3 (Josephine Tey Mysteries) - Softcover

Upson, Nicola

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0061451584 ISBN 13: 9780061451584

Publisher: Harper Perennial, 2011

Synopsis

Paperback. Pub Date: 2011 08 Pages: 496 in Publisher: Harper Perennial They were the most horrific crimes of a new century: the murders of newborn innocents for which two itish women were hanged at Holloway Prison in1903 of Decades later. mystery writer Josephine Tey has decided to write a novel based on Amelia Sach and Annie Walters. the notorious Finchley baby farmers. unaware that her research will entangle her in the desperate hunt for a modern-day killer.A young seamstress-an ex-convict determined to reform -has been found utally slain in the studio of Tey's friends. the Motley sisters. amid preparations for a star-studded charity gala. Despite initial appearances. Inspector Archie Penrose is not convinced this murder is the result of a long-standing domestic feud- and a horrific accident involving a second young woman soon after supports his convictions. Now he and his...

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Review:

"Upson illustrates the ripple effects of misdeeds here and her smoothly flowing dialogue and deftly handled plot mark this worthy addition to the series."--Booklist

"This excellent entry in this highly recommended series provides all the classic detective components with a contemporary kick. The case is intricate and surprisingly intimate, weaving in and out of two historical periods and featuring that Upstairs Downstairs class element."--Library Journal (starred review)

"Excellent. . . . Upson upsets readers' expectations with a surprise that keeps the suspense high to the satisfying conclusion. Puzzle fans as well as admirers of psychologically rich crime authors such as Ruth Rendell will find a lot to savor."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

From the Back Cover:

They were the most horrific crimes of a new century: the murders of newborn innocents for which two British women were hanged at Holloway Prison in1903. Decades later, mystery writer Josephine Tey has decided to write a novel based on Amelia Sach and Annie Walters, the notorious "Finchley baby farmers," unaware that her research will entangle her in the desperate hunt for a modern-day killer.

A young seamstress--an ex-convict determined to reform--has been found brutally slain in the studio of Tey's friends, the Motley sisters, amid preparations for a star-studded charity gala. Despite initial appearances, Inspector Archie Penrose is not convinced this murder is the result of a long-standing domestic feud--and a horrific accident involving a second young woman soon after supports his convictions. Now he and his friend Josephine must unmask a sadistic killer before more blood flows--as the repercussions of unthinkable crimes of the past reach out to destroy those left behind long after justice has been served.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harper Perennial
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0061451584
• ISBN 13: 9780061451584
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 496