Fancy Dress Ball

Mystery Unmasks at Midnight

In the dimly lit ballroom of a country manor, masks glitter and secrets swirl in Fancy Dress Ball, a classic whodunit from the golden age of detective fiction. J. Jefferson Farjeon crafts a suspenseful tale where intrigue waltzes in time with the music, and every guest hides a motive behind their elaborate disguise. When a body is discovered at the height of the evening’s revelry, the celebration quickly transforms into a web of suspicion, as everyone in attendance becomes both suspect and detective in a deadly masquerade.

Twists Beneath the Velvet and Lace

Farjeon’s storytelling is richly atmospheric, immersing readers in a world where a single glance across the ballroom could spell danger, and whispered conversations conceal more than idle gossip. As the investigation unfolds, subtle clues and clever misdirection lead readers on a chase through moonlit corridors, secret passageways, and the complex tangle of upper-crust society. The story’s detective—methodical yet empathetic—unravels the truth with patience and wit, while guests cling tightly to their own masks, both literal and figurative. Each chapter is laced with suspense, ensuring that the next revelation is always just out of reach.

A Night of Revelry and Deception

Fancy Dress Ball is a feast for fans of traditional mysteries, offering richly drawn characters, intricate plotting, and the ever-present tension between appearance and reality. The festive backdrop serves only to heighten the sense of danger, making every dance and whispered aside tinged with potential peril. For lovers of clever puzzles and atmospheric storytelling, this novel invites you to step onto the dance floor—where every step could be your last.

J. Jefferson Farjeon, celebrated for his ingenious plots and ability to conjure suspense from everyday settings, delivers another unforgettable mystery in Fancy Dress Ball. With a keen eye for human nature and a flair for dramatic twists, Farjeon ensures that this evening of masked intrigue will linger in the mind long after the final unmasking.