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A Presumption Of Death (Mystery Masters Series)
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From Audiofilethe Legions Of Readers Who Regularly Reread Sayers'S 1930S Mysteries Can Take Heart. Jill Paton Walsh Has Produced A New Lord Peter Wimsey And Harriet Vane Book Based On Notes Left By Sayers. Don'T Let Loyalty To Sayers Make You Resist. This, The Second Sayers Novel Written By Paton Walsh, Is Tremendously Good. It'S Witty, Subtle, And Full Of Wwii Period Detail. In Fact, It'S Wellnigh Perfect. Edward Petherbridge'S Bbc Television Role As Lord Peter Wimsey Is Widely Regarded As The Best Of The Best. He Captured The Character'S Nervy Brilliance And His Mix Of Fragility And Strength. A Narrator, Of Course, Is Called Upon To Make Every Character Come Alive. Petherbridge Succeeds Admirably, A Particularly Impressive Feat With A Story In Which Lord Peter, Who Is Off To War, Hardly Appears. This Audiobook Delights. May Jill Paton Walsh Write Many More. A.C.S. Audiofile 2004, Portland, Maine Copyright Audiofile, Portland, Maineproduct Descriptionin 1998, Jill Paton Walsh Completed Dorothy L. Sayers Last, Unfinished Lord Peter Wimsey Novel, Thrones, Dominations To Widespread Praise. Here, Using The Wimsey Papersin Which Sayers Described Life In Britain During World War Iiwalsh Devises An Irresistible Story Set In 1940 At The Start Of The Blitz. While Lord Peter Is Abroad On A Secret Mission, Harriet Vane, Now Lady Peter Wimsey, Takes Their Children To Safety In The Country. But Theres No Escape From War: Rumors Of Spies Abound, Glamorous Raf Pilots And Flirtatious Landgirls Scandalize The Villagers, And The Blackout Makes Rural Lanes As Sinister As Londons Alleys. And When A Practice Airraid Ends With A Young Womans Death, Its Almost A Shock To Hear That The Cause Is Not Enemy Action, But Murder. Or Is It? With Peter Away, Harriet Sets Out To Find Out Whodunit And The Chilling Reason Why.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of 'A Presumption of Death'? A: 'A Presumption of Death' follows Harriet Vane, now Lady Peter Wimsey, as she navigates life during World War II while her husband, Lord Peter Wimsey, is on a secret mission. Set in 1940, the story involves murder, espionage rumors, and the challenges of wartime life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Jill Paton Walsh, based on notes left by the original author, Dorothy L. Sayers.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the Mystery Masters Series and continues the story of Lord Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vane.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'A Presumption of Death' is available in audio CD format, providing an engaging listening experience.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The product is classified as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition and ready to be enjoyed.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'A Presumption of Death'? A: The book explores themes of love, loyalty, and the impact of war on civilian life, along with the mystery of a murder amid wartime turmoil.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book is not specified to have a certain number of pages, as it is an audio format.
- Q: What is the publication date of this audiobook? A: The audiobook was published on April 15, 2003.
- Q: Is 'A Presumption of Death' an unabridged edition? A: Yes, this is an unabridged edition, meaning it includes the complete text without any omissions.
- Q: Who narrates the audiobook? A: The audiobook is narrated by Edward Petherbridge, who is known for his portrayal of Lord Peter Wimsey in BBC adaptations.