Bibliograph

The crumpled letter, a novel, Alice Quinn ; translated by Alexandra Maldwyn-Davies

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The crumpled letter, a novel, Alice Quinn ; translated by Alexandra Maldwyn-Davies

Language

eng

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not applicable

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Literary text for sound recordings

fiction

Main title

The crumpled letter

Responsibility statement

Alice Quinn ; translated by Alexandra Maldwyn-Davies

Series statement

Belle Epoque mystery, 1

Sub title

a novel

Summary

One spring evening in 1884, beautiful young courtesan Lola Deslys discovers the lifeless body of a chambermaid hidden in the gardens of the Hotel Beau Rivage in Cannes. Even more distressing is that Lola knows the girl well. When the inquiry into her murder fails to reveal a single substantial clue, Lola is persuaded by novelist Guy de Maupassant to delve into the case on her own. Eager to exert her independence and defy conventions, Lola agrees. But she needs help in her investigation, and there's no better partner in her pursuit - however unlikely - than Miss Gabriella Fletcher, a highborn, well-educated, and currently disgraced English governess. To solve this dreadful crime, Lola and Miss Fletcher must navigate the depths of respectable society. But will their determination suffice in a city where fortune, secrets, men, and appearances reign supreme?

Target audience

adult

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