Clouds of Witness (Lord Peter Wimsey, #2)
Clouds of Witness (Lord Peter Wimsey, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995288
Novel • Fiction
England • 1920s
1995
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Clouds of Witness by Dorothy L. Sayers features Lord Peter Wimsey investigating his brother's manslaughter charge concerning the death of Captain Denis Cathcart. Set in the 1920s English countryside, this mystery unfolds through intricate clues, alibis, and courtroom drama, highlighting Wimsey's detective skills and the societal norms of the period.
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Dorothy L. Sayers' Clouds of Witness is praised for its intricate plot and engaging prose. Fans appreciate Lord Peter Wimsey's character development and the clever resolution. Criticisms focus on the pacing and occasional convoluted legal jargon. Overall, a captivating classic mystery with both charm and complexity.
Who Should Read Clouds of Witness (Lord Peter Wimsey, #2)?
Fans of classic detective fiction with a taste for sophisticated plots and rich characterization will enjoy Dorothy L. Sayers' Clouds of Witness. Those who appreciate the intricate mysteries of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express or the intellectual sleuthing of Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles will find much to love in this compelling whodunit.
29,084 ratings
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288
Novel • Fiction
England • 1920s
1995
Adult
16-18 years
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