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At the Villa Rose
A. E. W. Mason
A captivating mystery set at a luxurious villa on the French Riviera, where a valuable emerald disappears and murder follows. When the owner of the Villa Rose is found dead in mysterious circumstances, a renowned detective must unravel the truth behind the crime, following a trail of deception and intrigue through elegant salons and shadowy gardens.
At the Villa Rose is a gripping mystery novel featuring the ingenious detective Hanaud, who arrives at the grand Villa Rose on the Côte d'Azur just as a precious emerald vanishes and the villa's owner is found murdered. What begins as an investigation into theft becomes a complex puzzle of motive and opportunity, with each suspect harboring dangerous secrets. As Hanaud methodically examines the clues—an unopened letter, a strange motorcar, and the curious behavior of those who were present—the mystery deepens. The detective must separate truth from elaborate deception while the culprit hides among the villa's distinguished guests. Mason weaves a tale of suspense and clever plotting that remains engaging from the first gathering of suspects to the revelation of truth.
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