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Synopsis

In The Meaning of the Act, Margery Allingham crafts a clever and suspenseful short mystery featuring the ever-charming and sharp-witted detective Albert Campion. What starts as an ordinary social engagement soon turns into a puzzling case of crime, deception, and hidden motives.When a seemingly harmless act during a gathering takes on a sinister significance, Campion is called upon to decipher the true meaning behind it. As he digs deeper, he uncovers secrets that threaten to expose long-buried truths. With his signature intelligence and keen observational skills, Campion must unravel the mystery before it's too late.Filled with Allingham's signature intrigue, subtle humor, and a touch of the unexpected, The Meaning of the Act is a brilliant example of Golden Age detective fiction. Fans of classic mysteries and Albert Campion's adventures won't be disappointed by this intriguing and masterfully plotted tale.

Durée: 35 minutes (00:34:31)
Date de publication: 18/02/2025; Unabridged; Copyright Year: 2025. Copyright Statment: —

• Fiction contemporaine
• Policier et Polar