The Listerdale Mystery (Fontana Books)

When the emptiest room in his crumbling mansion catches the eye of the adventurous Mrs. Stainton, she discovers a hidden door leading to a glittering treasure trove—beginning an exhilarating series of unimagined possibilities. In “The Listerdale Mystery,” a motley cast of characters—from a penniless governess to a cash‑strapped aristocrat—stumble upon secrets, schemes, and long‑buried fortunes. Each of the ten tales unfurls with Christie’s signature wit, placing ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances that challenge their courage and cunning. As disguises are donned and deceptions unravel, every solution hinges on a twist of fate and the sharp eye of revelation. This collection delights in proving that sometimes, life’s greatest adventures are hidden just beyond the door you least expect.