Synopsis: In spite of being ejected from Miss Bodycote’s Female
Academy in Canada, twelve-year-old Flavia de Luce is excited to be sailing home
to England. But instead of a joyous homecoming, she is greeted on the docks
with unfortunate news: Her father has fallen ill, and a hospital visit will
have to wait while he rests. But with Flavia’s blasted sisters and insufferable
cousin underfoot, Buckshaw now seems both too empty—and not empty enough. Only
too eager to run an errand for the vicar’s wife, Flavia hops on her trusty
bicycle, Gladys, to deliver a message to a reclusive wood-carver. Finding the
front door ajar, Flavia enters and stumbles upon the poor man’s body hanging
upside down on the back of his bedroom door. The only living creature in the
house is a feline that shows little interest in the disturbing scene. Curiosity
may not kill this cat, but Flavia is energized at the prospect of a new
investigation. It’s amazing what the discovery of a corpse can do for one’s
spirits. But what awaits Flavia will shake her to the very core.
(from the back of the book)
Review: ALAN, WHY MUST YOU TEAR OUT OUR HEARTS!?! It's a good book, but only read it if you like having all the feels.
Note: My review is based on the audio book, as read by Jayne Entwistle.
ISBN: 978-0-449-80765-1
Year Published: 2016
Date Finished: 10-24-2016
Pages: N/A
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