Death at the Helm Death at the Helm

Death at the Helm

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Publisher Description

Death at the Helm (1941) is a Golden Age detective novel featuring recurring amateur sleuth, Dr. Lancelot Priestley, where Inspector Waghorn investigates the poisoning of two people on a grounded motor cruiser, a complex "howdunnit" rich in botanical details about poisons, set against a backdrop of wartime England.

The book is praised for its well-clued puzzle, detailed detection, engaging characters, and poignant ending, balancing the technical mystery with emotional depth.

GENRE
Mysteries & Thrillers
RELEASED
2026
February 9
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
349
Pages
PUBLISHER
Rare Treasure Editions
SELLER
De Marque, Inc.
SIZE
1.3
MB
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