Gladys Mitchell
6 SeriesGladys Mitchell (1901-1983) was an English author renowned for her Mrs. Bradley mystery series and also wrote historical fiction under the pseudonym Stephen Hockaby. She began writing novels in the mid-1920s while teaching at various schools until 1961. Mitchell received the CWA Silver Dagger Award in 1976 for her contributions to mystery literature.
In "Death at The Opera," also published in the U.S. as "Death in the Wet," Gladys Mitchell introduces readers to a chilling mystery set in the world of opera. The story follows the investigation of a suspicious death that disrupts a performance. In "Groaning Spinney," alternatively titled "Murder in the Snow," Mitchell crafts another gripping tale where a murder amidst a snowstorm challenges the detective's skills. Both novels showcase Mitchell's knack for weaving intricate plots with atmospheric settings, keeping readers engaged with their compelling narratives.
