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Product Description In a shocking scandal, the likes of which has not been seen in the English aristocracy since the eighteenth century, the Duke of Denver stands accused of the foul murder or his sisters fiancé, shot through the heart on a cold, lonely night at Riddlesdale Hall in Yorkshire. The dukes brother, Lord Peter Wimsey, attempts to prove Denvers innocence, but why is the duke refusing to cooperate? And what does his sister, Lady Mary, know about the affair? Trying to reveal the truth, Wimsey uncovers a web of lies and deceit within the family and finds himself faced with the unhappy alternative of sending either his brother or his sister to the gallowsuntil he himself becomes a target. Review "Not only an admirable mystery story, but a novel of unique color and feeling, beautifully written." -- Christopher Morley"One of the best mysteries obtainable in the world today." About the Author Dorothy L. Sayers (1923-1957) was an English-born author of novels, short stories, poetry, essays, reviews, and translations. She is best known for her detective fiction, considered among the classics of the genre, and for her amateur detective character, Lord Peter Wimsey.Ian Carmichael (1920-2010) appeared in a vast number of television productions, including The Importance of Being Earnest and the outstandingly successful The World of Wooster series for BBC TV. He portrayed Lord Peter Wimsey in several series for television and starred in two seasons of Strathblair. His film appearances included Lucky Jim, The Lady Vanishes, and Heaven's Above.
