Miss Silver Comes to Stay
Secrets Unveiled in Post-War England: A Classic Whodunit with a Cunning Female SleuthBy Dora Amy Elles
Length8h 50m
About this audiobook
In "Miss Silver Comes to Stay," Dora Amy Elles masterfully blends mystery and domestic intrigue within a narrative steeped in the traditions of early 20th-century detective fiction. The novel introduces readers to the astute Miss Silver, a former governess turned amateur detective, who brings both charm and intelligence to her investigations. Through elegant prose and sharp dialogue, Elles crafts a plot that entwines the comforts of home with the unsettling undercurrents of crime, placing her characters in a meticulously detailed English countryside setting where trust is perpetually questioned. Dora Amy Elles, a contemporary of Agatha Christie, drew from her extensive background in literature and experience in social observation to breathe life into her characters. Her keen interest in human psychology and societal norms of the period inform the narrative'Äôs richness, allowing readers to explore themes of class, gender, and moral complexity within the context of mid-century England. Elles'Äôs work often reflects a nuanced understanding of womanhood and independence, making her writing both relevant and enlightening. Readers seeking a captivating blend of wit and suspense will find "Miss Silver Comes to Stay" an irresistible addition to their libraries. With its intricate plotting and engaging protagonist, this novel not only entertains but also provokes thought about the nature of justice and the masks we wear in society. It is a must-read for fans of classic mystery who appreciate both character depth and a richly constructed setting.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (2.6K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length8 hrs 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ONE
23TWENTY-THREE
2TWO
24TWENTY-FOUR
3THREE
25TWENTY-FIVE
4FOUR
26TWENTY-SIX
5FIVE
27TWENTY-SEVEN
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6SIX
28TWENTY-EIGHT
7SEVEN
29TWENTY-NINE
8EIGHT
30THIRTY
9NINE
31THIRTY-ONE
10TEN
32THIRTY-TWO
11ELEVEN
33THIRTY-THREE
12TWELVE
34THIRTY-FOUR
13THIRTEEN
35THIRTY-FIVE
14FOURTEEN
36THIRTY-SIX
15FIFTEEN
37THIRTY-SEVEN
16SIXTEEN
38THIRTY-EIGHT
17SEVENTEEN
39THIRTY-NINE
18EIGHTEEN
40FORTY
19NINETEEN
41FORTY-ONE
20TWENTY
42FORTY-TWO
21TWENTY-ONE
43FORTY-THREE
22TWENTY-TWO
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