Political Death

The story revolves around journalist Jemima Shore, who is drawn into a web of love affairs, intrigue, and betrayal when she visits the eccentric Lady Imogen Swain. Lady Imogen's diaries reveal a passionate affair with a now-prominent politician, and she hints at exposing secrets tied to the unresolved disappearance of a young journalist. This encounter sets off a series of sinister events, showcasing Antonia Fraser's mastery of British murder mysteries.