Library Journal
Catherine Gifford is intrigued by Douglas Cable, a native Brit recently returned from life in Australia to take over Havershaw House, the family home. But his cousin's wife and daughter are fearful that they may be displaced from Havershaw, which they now think of as their home. When Catherine finds a body in Cable's pool, she is drawn into the investigation--and the complexity of developing relationships. Ferrars's British village mystery (first published in 1975) presents a cast of characters with secrets and motives and is a good, though not extraordinary, sample of the genre. Frances Jeater's reading is well modulated, with effective vocal presentations of the villagers. Her males are understated and effective, and she is able to subtly differentiate between older and younger women. Suitable for larger collections.--Melody A. Moxley, Rowan P.L., Salisbury, NC Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.

Genre: Mystery