Fool Errant. Benbow Smith Mysteries. Illustrated, livre ebook

Fool Errant by Patricia Wentworth is the first thrilling installment in the Benbow Smith Mysteries, blending classic espionage with golden-age detective fiction. Known for her beloved Miss Silver series, Wentworth here introduces readers to a new kind of sleuth—Colonel Benbow Smith, a quiet observer with a brilliant mind and connections to the highest levels of British intelligence.
The novel follows Colin Campbell, a young engineer who stumbles into a web of international intrigue after receiving a cryptic warning and becoming involved with a mysterious company. When one of its members is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Colin finds himself the prime suspect—and the target of a dangerous conspiracy.
As the stakes rise and the danger grows, Benbow Smith steps in from the shadows. With the help of his pet parrot Ananias and his subtle methods of investigation, Smith works behind the scenes to uncover the truth and protect national secrets from falling into the wrong hands.
Fast-paced and richly atmospheric, Fool Errant combines espionage, romance, and mystery in a compelling tale of loyalty, deception, and quiet heroism. A must-read for fans of classic British thrillers and smart, understated detectives.