The Mystery of Mrs. Blencarrow is not a traditional mystery, but more about hidden secrets and the oppressive nature of Victorian society. It shows a middle-aged Victorian woman acting in strong and unexpected ways, with results both surprising and inevitable. A fine short novel, written against established Victorian conventions of the day

The Mystery of Mrs. Blencarrow is not a traditional mystery, but more about hidden secrets and the oppressive nature of Victorian society. It shows a middle-aged Victorian woman acting in strong and unexpected ways, with results both surprising and inevitable. A fine short novel, written against established Victorian conventions of the day