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Pardonable Lies

Maisie Dobbs Mystery 3
By Jacqueline Winspear
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Pardonable Lies by Jacqueline Winspear is a riveting mystery set in post-World War I England. The story follows the intuitive investigator, Maisie Dobbs, as she navigates through a web of secrets and lies while being tasked with proving a Spaniard's vision about a missing airman. Along the way, she confronts her own wartime memories, adding personal depth to this compelling narrative.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to historical mysteries set in post-World War I England, featuring a strong female protagonist tackling challenging investigations. The story combines rich historical detail with a compelling psychological depth, offering an engaging exploration of the personal and societal impacts of the war.

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Much-loved Maisie Dobbs returns to investigate her third case, a thrilling story of family tensions and mysterious deaths in World War I

Much-loved Maisie Dobbs returns to investigate her third case, a thrilling story of family tensions and mysterious deaths in World War I

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London, 1930. Maisie Dobbs, the renowned psychologist and investigator, receives a most unusual request. She must prove that Sir Cedric Lawton's son Ralph really is dead.

This is a case that will challenge Maisie in unexpected ways, for Ralph Lawton was an aviator shot down by enemy fire in 1917. To get to the bottom of the mystery, Maisie must travel to the former battlefields of northern France, where she served as a nurse in the Great War and where ghosts of her past still linger.

As her investigation moves closer to the truth, Maisie soon uncovers the secrets and lies that some people would prefer remain buried.

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Pardonable Lies by Jacqueline Winspear is highly praised for its clever mysteries and nostalgic period setting. Reviewers commend Maisie Dobbs as a fascinating and engaging protagonist, likened to classic fictional detectives. The novel is noted for its gripping plot, emotional depth, and romantic portrayal of post-World War I London. The book receives accolades for being both enjoyable and thought-provoking, appealing to fans of traditional crime fiction.

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ISBN: 9780719567360

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 August 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Jacqueline Winspear was born and grew up in Kent. The Maisie Dobbs mysteries have won acclaim from readers and reviewers alike, and have been nominated for many awards. The first two novels in the series, Maisie Dobbs and Birds of a Feather are available now in paperback, published by John Murray.

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