A Mediterranean Mystery

Fred E. Wynne

Sinossi

This classic tale follows the unexpected adventures of a mild-mannered English vicar who finds himself embroiled in international intrigue.
 
When the vicar's roguish brother Edmund returns home with a mysterious cargo and dubious associates, the quiet clergyman is drawn into a web of smuggling and deceit. Forced to navigate unfamiliar waters both literal and figurative, the vicar must confront moral dilemmas as he tries to help his brother while upholding his principles.
 
From the English countryside to Mediterranean ports, the story blends elements of mystery, adventure, and moral conflict. As secrets come to light and dangers mount, the vicar discovers hidden strengths as he fights to save his brother and clear his own conscience.

Disponibile da: 11/09/2024.

Lunghezza di stampa: 200 pagine.

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