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'The Wintringham Mystery (Cicely Disappears)'by Anthony Berkeley is a captivating mystery novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. In this illustrated edition, readers are transported to the quiet English village of Wintringham, where the disappearance of a young woman named Cicely sparks a series of perplexing events. As the villagers grapple with Cicely's vanishing act, suspicion falls on various residents, each with their own secrets and motives. Amateur sleuth Roger Sheringham takes center stage as he unravels the tangled web of lies and deceit, determined to uncover the truth behind Cicely's disappearance. Berkeley's masterful storytelling and intricate plot twists ensure that readers are kept guessing until the very end. The addition of illustrations enhances the reader's experience, bringing to life the quaint village setting and the enigmatic characters populating its streets.'The Wintringham Mystery (Cicely Disappears)'is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction, offering a compelling blend of suspense, intrigue, and clever deduction. With its engaging narrative and captivating illustrations, this edition is sure to delight mystery enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

1952. Flavia de Luce - grandissima esperta di veleni nonché «Giovane Detective più famosa al mondo» - ormai ha 12 anni e dall'Inghilterra viene spedita a Toronto, dove proseguirà gli studi presso la stessa Accademia femminile frequentata a suo tempo dalla madre Harriet. Nonostante il trasferimento in Canada non sia particolarmente gradito a Flavia, la nuova scuola le promette la concreta possibilità di penetrare nel mistero che circonda la figura della madre. Come se non bastasse, appena sistemata nella sua camera di collegiale, dal camino piomba giù, avvolto nella bandiera dell'Union Jack, un cadavere mummificato. La piccola investigatrice si mette all'opera.

Arthur Henry Sarsfield Ward, better known as Sax Rohmer, was a prolific English novelist. He is best remembered for his series of novels featuring the master criminal Dr. Fu Manchu. This is one of his novels.