What Time the Sexton's Spade Doth Rust

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Flavia de Luce navigates the challenges of mentoring her troublesome cousin Undine, who has moved in after her mother's death. Undine's antics aggravate Flavia but also hint at her potential for mischief. The plot thickens when Major Greyleigh is found dead from poisonous mushrooms, leading to suspicion of the family's cook, Mrs. Mullet. Flavia, with her expertise in poisons, finds herself intrigued by the case, eager to apply her skills in a real-life mystery, despite the tragic circumstances surrounding it.