
Clouds of Witness - DOROTHY L. SAYERS
Clouds OF Witness
CHAPTER I "Of His Malice Aforethought"
CHAPTER II The Green-Eyed Cat
CHAPTER III Mudstains and Bloodstains
CHAPTER IV —And His Daughter Much-Afraid
CHAPTER V The Rue St. Honoré and the Rue de la Paix
CHAPTER VI Mary Quite Contrary
CHAPTER VII The Club and the Bullet
CHAPTER VIII Mr. Parker Takes Notes
Lord Peter Wimsey, the dashing aristocratic sleuth, returns from a restless sojourn in Corsica only to be pulled back into the world of murder and intrigue. Relished for his sharp wit and genteel manners, he now finds himself lounging in a Parisian hotel, the comforts of a luxurious bath and a crisp morning coffee contrasted with the urgent clatter of a newspaper headline. The summons to Riddlesdale promises a fresh puzzle, one that will test his deductive flair and the steadfast loyalty of his trusty man‑servant, Bunter.
The impending case centers on the high‑profile arrest of the Duke of Denver, accused of a shocking homicide that has sent ripples through the House of Lords. As Wimsey boards the hastily arranged Victoria flight, the story promises a blend of elegant period detail, clever banter, and a labyrinthine investigation that will draw listeners into a world where noble lineage meets dark secrets. The first act sets the stage for a classic whodunit, inviting you to follow every clue alongside the ever‑observant detective.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (469K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
ImPress, 1927, copyright 2006.
Credits
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2023-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1893–1957
Best known for creating the brilliant detective Lord Peter Wimsey, this English writer brought wit, intelligence, and emotional depth to the classic mystery. Her work also ranged far beyond crime fiction, into plays, essays, religious writing, and a celebrated translation of Dante.
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