Dorothy Preece Simpson crafts her crime novels with a profound understanding of human psychology and relationships. Her extensive experience as a marriage guidance counselor provided unique insights into the motivations and interactions crucial for unraveling mysteries. Simpson's style is marked by penetrating character analysis and suspenseful plotting that draws readers into intricate cases. Her detective series stands out for its depth and psychological complexity.
The investigation into Max Jeopard's murder at his engagement party reveals a web of intrigue among various suspects, including his fiancée, a jealous brother, an ex-girlfriend, and future in-laws. Inspector Luke Thanet delves into the complexities of relationships within the picturesque English village, where secrets and motives intertwine, making for a compelling cozy mystery.
Exploring the journey to emotional freedom, this book delves into the psychological, social, biological, and spiritual aspects of personal healing. Dorothy Simpson shares her own experiences and insights, illustrating how unresolved issues can perpetuate cycles of hurt. By combining knowledge from various fields, she guides readers in identifying limiting beliefs and fosters self-mastery. The narrative encourages breaking free from negative patterns, promoting healthier relationships and self-care practices, ultimately leading to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
The narrative follows the journey of pioneering doctors who traveled to the New World alongside settlers, motivated by the desire for a better life and the opportunity to serve others. As they ventured through challenging landscapes like the Oregon Trail and established themselves in forts and small towns, these physicians aimed to provide healthcare and improve the well-being of both settlers and Native Americans. Their commitment to healing amidst the vast unknown highlights the intersection of medicine and exploration during this transformative period.
Set against the backdrop of an elegant English country home, the story unfolds as serious crime disrupts the seemingly idyllic life of Ralph Mintar, a distinguished barrister on the path to becoming a high-court judge. The narrative explores the clash between privilege and crime, revealing the dark undercurrents lurking beneath the surface of high society. As the plot thickens, the characters must confront their secrets and the implications of their status in a world where appearances can be deceiving.
Leo Martindale returns to Longford Hall after 20 years, and is soon found dead on a snowy February morning. Inspector Thanet suspects murder, but there are many suspects. This is the author's ninth Inspector Thanet novel, her fifth, Last Seen Alive , won the 1985 CWA Silver Dagger Award.
The investigation into a journalist's mysterious death interrupts Inspector Thanet's personal life, as he discovers her broken neck at the bottom of a staircase. Delving into her history, he uncovers a web of motives among various individuals, including her husband, all of whom had potential reasons for wanting her dead. This novel showcases Thanet's meticulous approach to unraveling complex relationships and hidden truths within a tense and intriguing narrative.
A murder story by a winner of the Silver Dagger Award. Innocent young Charity Pritchard is missing, and her family, strict religious fundamentalists, want to leave the matter in God's hands. Inspector Thanet's first thoughts on finding poor Charity's broken body are later proved to be mistaken.
On the face of it, Dr. Pettifer had everything to live for—a thriving country practice, a beautiful (and very pregnant) wife, rude good health in both body and bank balance. Everyone swore there was no reason why he should have taken an overdose.That’s what they all say, murmured Inspector Thanet, knowing how high was the suicide rate among the medical profession. Stress, overwork, worry—all took their toll.But he had to admit there were some curious features about this case, little things that aroused his suspicions. For a start, would-be suicides didn’t normally arrange for their cars to be repaired, or book expensive holidays for themselves, only hours before they reached for the tablets...
While Alicia was a schoolgirl a jilted boyfriend had killed himself, and her parents had moved from Kent. When she turns up after twenty years she is welcomed back although nobody knows why she has returned. Within hours Inspector Thanet has to investigate her murder.
Kriminalroman om inspector Thanets opklaring af et mord, der sker under den årlige havefest på herregården
