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Poison in the Pen

In Poison in the Pen, readers are drawn into a tale of suspense and betrayal set within the competitive and cutthroat realm of the literary world. The story follows a renowned author who discovers a mysterious note hinting at a dangerous conspiracy. As the author investigates, they must navigate a web of lies and secrets, all while facing the possibility that the threat may be closer than they think. more

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Patricia Wentworth
Patricia Wentworth

Patricia Wentworth (November 10, 1878 – January 28, 1961) was a British fiction writer, best known for creating the Miss Maud Silver mystery series. Born in India, she later moved to England and wrote over 70 novels, mostly detective and suspense stories. Her works are celebrated for their intricate plots, vivid characterizations, and quintessentially English settings. The Miss Silver series, featuring a retired governess turned amateur detective, is often compared to Agatha Christie's Miss Marple series. Wentworth's novels remain popular and are considered classics of the Golden Age of detective fiction. She died in Surrey, England, at the age of 82. more

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