STRONG POISON

Strong Poison is a brilliant Golden Age detective novel featuring the legendary sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey. When mystery writer Harriet Vane is accused of murdering her lover with arsenic, the evidence against her seems overwhelming. With only days left before execution, Wimsey undertakes a race against time to uncover the truth behind a meticulously constructed case of circumstantial guilt.

Set in 1930s England, this classic British mystery blends sharp intellect, courtroom drama, and refined wit. Dorothy L. Sayers combines logical deduction with social insight, creating a story that is as emotionally engaging as it is intellectually satisfying. Strong Poison introduces Harriet Vane, one of the most memorable female characters in classic crime fiction, and marks the beginning of one of the genre’s most celebrated literary partnerships.

A must-read for fans of classic detective fiction, British whodunits, and Golden Age mysteries, Strong Poison remains a timeless example of elegant, intelligent crime writing.