The Cruellest Month

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Set against the backdrop of the Bodleian Library, widow Sheila Malory's research on wartime women writers turns into a murder investigation when a librarian is killed by collapsing bookshelves. With her godson Tony urging her to help, Sheila navigates a web of suspects linked to the unpleasant victim. As she delves into Gwen's WWII diary, unsettling truths emerge, compelling Sheila to confront her own past. This gripping mystery blends literary intrigue with personal reflection, marking the second installment in the Mrs. Malory series.