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A Duty to the Dead: A Bess Crawford Mystery Wydawca: William Morrow & Company Opis produktu A Duty to the Dead by Charles Todd throws you into the fog of 1916 with a mystery that refuses to let go. Set against the grim backdrop of World War I, this historical mystery novel introduces Bess Crawford , an independent-minded English nurse whose sense of honor and duty leads her into a dangerous detective story. When secrets surface and a death looks anything but accidental, Bess must use compassion, courage, and keen observation to unravel the truth without betraying the fragile lives around her. Charles Todd’s crisp prose and immersive period detail make this English book a standout in historical detective fiction. Expect vivid battlefield atmosphere, authentic WWI nursing life, and a tightly plotted mystery rich with suspense and moral complexity — all hallmarks of a top-tier mystery & thriller. Who should read it: fans of historical mysteries, readers of Jacqueline Winspear and classic detective stories, and anyone searching for the best World War I mystery novels or a gripping mystery novel set in wartime England. If you enjoy layered plots, atmospheric settings, and a determined heroine, this is the first essential installment in the Bess Crawford series. Why buy: compelling period atmosphere, a memorable protagonist, and a mystery that balances emotional depth with page-turning tension. Add A Duty to the Dead by Charles Todd to your collection if you want a richly historical, character-driven detective story that keeps you guessing to the last page. Specyfikacja SKU: HR006237675 EAN: 9780061791772 Waga: 272 g Author: Todd, Charles Binding: Paperback Pages: 352 Publication Year: 2010 BISAC Category 1: FIC022060 BISAC Category 2: FIC022040 BISAC Category 3: FIC030000