The second book inDorothy L Sayers Lord Peter Wimsey series -a must-listen for fans of Agatha Christie's Poirot and Margery Allingham's Campion Mysteries.
The Duke of Denver, accused of murder, stands trial for his life in the House of Lords.
Naturally, his brother Lord Peter Wimsey is investigating the crime - this is a family affair. The murder took place at the duke's shooting lodge and Lord Peter's sister was engaged to marry the dead man.
But why does the duke refuse to co-operate with the investigation? Can he really be guilty, or is he covering up for someone?