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Lois Austen-Leigh

    Lois Austen-Leigh penned four mystery novels in the 1930s, weaving intricate plots with astute observations of human nature. Her work, influenced by her lineage as the great-great niece of Jane Austen, often featured a subtle irony and keen social commentary. Readers can expect engaging puzzles and a nuanced exploration of character within her compelling narratives.

    The Incredible Crime
    A Memoir of Jane Austen
    • 2017

      Prince's College, Cambridge, is a peaceful and scholarly community, enlivened by Prudence Pinsent, the Master's daughter. Spirited, beautiful, and thoroughly unconventional, Prudence is a remarkable young woman.One fine morning she sets out for Suffolk to join her cousin Lord Wellende for a few days' hunting. On the way Prudence encounters Captain Studde of the coastguard - who is pursuing a quarry of his own.Studde is on the trail of a drug smuggling ring that connects Wellende Hall with the cloistered world of Cambridge. It falls to Prudence to unravel the identity of the smugglers - who may be forced to kill, to protect their secret.This witty and entertaining crime novel has not been republished since the 1930s. This new edition includes an introduction by Kirsten T. Saxton, professor of English at Mills College, California.

      The Incredible Crime
    • 2010

      This unique edition brings together for the first time Austen-Leigh's memoir of his aunt Jane Austen, together with shorter recollections by James Edward's two sisters. It also includes Jane's brother Henry's two biographical accounts.

      A Memoir of Jane Austen