The Circular Staircase

A solitary, middle‑aged woman escapes the predictable rhythm of city life for a quiet summer at a country house called Sunnyside. Expecting only fresh air, garden walks, and a chance to tend her own affairs, she instead finds herself drawn into a baffling mystery that rattles the tranquil estate. The house’s cheerful façade hides secrets, and the sudden disappearance of the housekeeper sets off a chain of eerie events that attract the attention of a sharp‑witted detective.

As she navigates unfamiliar terrain—both the winding staircase and the tangled web of clues—her ordinary summer transforms into a tense, puzzle‑like investigation. The narrative balances domestic details with a creeping sense of danger, inviting listeners to piece together motives and alibis alongside the protagonist. It’s a classic whodunit that blends humor, keen observation, and the uneasy feeling that even the most peaceful retreats can conceal dark truths.