The business of death has given insurance investigator Miles Bredon a unique outlook on life in this witty Golden Age mystery. Jephthah Mottram has been given some bad news from his doctor. The very rich man has only two years left to live. But he doesn’t even make it that far. While on a fishing holiday in the Midlands of England, he’s found dead of an apparent suicide by gas. Sadly, that would be the best-case scenario for Indescribable Insurance, which wouldn’t have to pay out the benefits. To that end, the company sends out its own private detective to investigate the matter. Arriving at the Load of Mischief Inn, Miles Bredon is met by a policeman with whom he served in the war, who has his own theory about the tragedy—and it is murderous. The two men make a friendly wager over who will prove their case, never expecting just how much greed and vanity can complicate a life—and a death . . .
Miles Bredon Series
Follow a sharp insurance investigator as he delves into intricate murder cases with a Golden Age mystery flair. Each new investigation uncovers dark secrets and human frailties, often with a witty and surprising twist. His unique outlook on life, shaped by his unusual profession, brings a fresh perspective to the genre. These stories are packed with clever puzzles, memorable characters, and elegant crime-solving that will delight any fan of classic whodunits.
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Miles Bredon, the protagonist, navigates a web of intrigue in this classic detective novel. Set against a backdrop of mystery, the story unfolds as Bredon employs his keen observational skills to unravel a puzzling case. The narrative promises twists and turns, engaging readers with its suspenseful plot and clever deductions. As Bredon delves deeper, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, each adding depth to the unfolding mystery.
Als der Privatdetektiv Miles Bredon und seine Frau Angela für ein Wochenende im Landhaus der Hallifords ankommen, finden sie sich in einer ungewöhnlich illustren Gesellschaft wieder. Eines Morgens erfahren sie, dass einer aus ihrer Runde tot am Silo aufgefunden wurde, und Miles hat keine Mangel an Verdächtigen. Die gesamte Gesellschaft hatte die vorherige Nacht mit einem „Fluchtspiel“, das von ihrer Gastgeberin angestoßen wurde, im Umland verbracht, und niemand kann genau sagen, wo er sich aufgehalten hat. Das Eintreffen von Inspektor Leyland von Scotland Yard, der eine Reihe von vermeintlichen Selbstmorden wichtiger Personen untersucht, fügt dem Rätsel eine weitere Dimension hinzu, und Miles fragt sich, ob das Unwahrscheinliche erzählt werden sollte.