The Complete Roger Sheringham Mysteries – 8-Volume Illustrated Set by Anthony Berkeley : The Layton Court Mystery, Top Storey Murder, Murder in the Basement, Jumping Jenny, Panic Party and Others, livre ebook

The Complete Roger Sheringham Mysteries – 10-Volume Illustrated Set brings together the full collection of Anthony Berkeley’s iconic detective novels featuring the brilliant, arrogant, and delightfully unorthodox amateur sleuth Roger Sheringham. A cornerstone of Golden Age detective fiction, this series is renowned for its psychological insight, narrative experimentation, and sly wit.
From the elegant drawing rooms of The Layton Court Mystery to the claustrophobic drama of Top Storey Murder and the chilling domestic secrets of Murder in the Basement, Sheringham tackles crime with a mix of intellectual arrogance and genuine moral curiosity. Each case challenges both the reader and the detective with its intricate plotting and shifting perspectives.
In Jumping Jenny, Berkeley plays with the idea of the “planned murder” gone wrong, while Panic Party (Mr. Pidgeon’s Island) isolates its cast on a remote island, testing each character’s instincts for survival — and deception. Other novels in the set, including The Silk Stocking Murders, The Poisoned Chocolates Case, and The Second Shot, showcase the author’s flair for blending puzzle mysteries with psychological depth.
Enhanced with period illustrations that capture the atmosphere of 1920s and 30s Britain, this box set is both a collector’s item and a deep dive into the evolution of detective fiction.
Whether you’re a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the genre, this definitive collection offers a rare opportunity to experience the full scope of Berkeley’s wit, innovation, and storytelling brilliance through his most enduring creation.
Contents:
-The Layton Court Mystery
-The Wychford Poisoning Case
-Roger Sheringham and the Vane Mystery
-The Silk Stocking Murders
-The Poisoned Chocolates Case
-The Second Shot
-Murder in the Basement
-Jumping Jenny