Description
Murder at the Darwin Mansion
Book Summary
On a stormy night, a gunshot shatters the silence of the majestic Darwin mansion. Philip Darwin, the family patriarch, is found dead in his study. What appears to be a tragic accident soon reveals itself to be a murder. With the house isolated by the storm and a group of suspects among the family members and staff, the reader is drawn into a classic whodunit where nothing is as it seems. Marion Harvey constructs a locked-room mystery filled with tension, family secrets, and unexpected twists that will keep the reader on edge until the very last page.
What is it about?
On a stormy night, the tranquility of the Darwin mansion is broken by the echo of a gunshot. Philip Darwin, the head of the family, is found lifeless in his study. The doors and windows are locked from the inside, and there are no signs of a struggle. The police, unable to arrive due to the storm, are out of the picture. Everyone present in the house is a suspect: the widow, the children, the butler, the governess. Each one harbors a secret, and each one had a motive to wish for Philip's death. As informal interrogations take place, alibis crumble and lies come to light. The reader becomes a detective, following clues, discarding false appearances, and trying to discover who, within the walls of the mansion, is capable of murder.
Main Themes
- Locked-room mystery and classic puzzle novel.
- Family secrets and toxic relationships within a dynasty.
- The fragility of appearances and the double lives of the characters.
- Justice versus the law, and morality in a closed, oppressive environment.
Who is it recommended for?
For lovers of classic detective fiction and Agatha Christie-style whodunits. Readers who enjoy locked-room mysteries, gothic settings, and plots where everyone is a suspect. Ideal for those looking for a psychological suspense read with a measured but absorbing pace, where every detail counts.
What this book offers
- An intelligent riddle that challenges the reader to solve the crime before the characters do.
- An oppressive and immersive atmosphere that turns the mansion into a character in its own right.
- Complex and ambiguous characters hiding deep and surprising motivations.
- A well-constructed plot with plot twists that maintain tension until the resolution.
Technical Specifications
- Author: HARVEY, MARION
- Publisher: DEPOCA
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, CLASSIC FICTION
- Collection: DEPOCA NOIR
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2019
- Number of pages: 328
- Weight: 530 g
Editorial Review
Murder at the Darwin Mansion is a solid entry in the classic mystery genre. Marion Harvey demonstrates a mastery of narrative rhythm and suspense construction, offering a literary puzzle that satisfies both veteran readers and those new to the genre. Its oppressive setting and the psychological portrait of the characters elevate the novel beyond simple entertainment, making it a recommended read for those seeking a well-crafted mystery with a touch of literary sophistication.