“All the children seem to be coming out quite intelligent, thank goodness. It would have been such a bore to be the mother of morons, and it’s an absolute toss-up, isn’t it? If one could only invent them, like characters in books, it would be much more satisfactory to a well-regulated mind.”
In this suspenseful novel, a series of mysterious deaths occur in the tranquil village of Baskerville. The protagonist, a local vicar, becomes entangled in the investigation as he uncovers a web of deceit and intrigue. more
Dorothy L. Sayers was an English writer renowned for her detective novels. Her works are celebrated for their unique literary style and profound insights into criminal psychology. Sayers' detective novels typically feature the character of Valery West, a female detective, whose stories offer not only suspenseful plots but also delve into moral and philosophical issues. more
“We are the people that we have been waiting for and no one else is coming.”
“Here lies a Proof that Wit can never be Defence enough against Mortality”
“You can't stop time. You can't capture light. You can only turn your face up and let it rain down.”
“They can't tell so much about you if you got your eyes closed.”
“Those who are without compassion cannot see what is seen with the eyes of compassion.”