About This Book
Edmund Crispin's Frequent Hearses is a captivating Golden Age detective novel featuring the inimitable Gervase Fen, an eccentric Oxford professor and amateur sleuth with a razor-sharp intellect and a penchant for mischief. Set against the glamorous yet treacherous backdrop of the British film industry, this mystery is filled with wit, literary allusions, and a cleverly woven plot.
The story begins at a prestigious London film studio, where the production of a new motion picture is abruptly disrupted by tragedy. A young and promising actress, Gloria Scott, is found dead in an apparent suicide. But when details of her past and the suspicious circumstances surrounding her demise come to light, Fen suspects foul play. As he delves into the secretive and scandalous world of cinema, he encounters an array of eccentric personalities—actors, directors, and studio executives—each harboring their own secrets and ambitions.
With his signature blend of humor, intellect, and unorthodox investigative methods, Fen unravels a complex web of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected twists. As the body count rises, the case becomes a race against time to prevent another murder.
A delightful mix of comedy, suspense, and classic detective storytelling, Frequent Hearses showcases Crispin's literary brilliance and ability to craft a mystery that is as entertaining as it is intellectually engaging. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and classic British whodunits, this novel is a must-read for lovers of witty and sophisticated crime fiction.
