Mrs. Bradley
Series byDive into the captivating world of Gladys Mitchell's Mrs. Bradley series, where the unorthodox psychiatrist and sleuth, Beatrice LeStrange Bradley, uses her keen intellect and psychological insights to unravel intricate mysteries that perplex even the most seasoned detectives across 1920s Britain.
Dive into the intriguing world of Mrs. Bradley, where elegance meets enigma, and the charm of bygone eras conceals deadly secrets. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Britain, this captivating series invites readers into an age of impeccable manners, glamorous opera houses, and snow-blanketed country retreats, transformed into stages for chilling murder mysteries. At the heart of the series is the indomitable Mrs. Bradley, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth with a keen eye for detail and an insatiable curiosity that rivals even the most determined detectives. Armed with her keen intellect and a deep understanding of human nature, she navigates social circles to uncover the truth that lies hidden beneath the surface. Whether investigating a tragic death during a prestigious opera or unearthing secrets buried in a remote estate, Mrs. Bradley's motivations drive her to seek justice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As she encounters a cast of colorful characters—each with their own motives and alibis—Mrs. Bradley must unravel a web of deception that tests her skills and instincts. With every twist and turn, she comes face-to-face with tangled loyalties and unexpected betrayals, revealing that even in the most refined settings, darkness lurks just beneath the facade of civility. Richly atmospheric and laced with biting wit, the Mrs. Bradley series explores themes of morality, the complexities of human relationships, and the intricacies of societal expectations, all while keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Will Mrs. Bradley solve the mysteries that haunt the grandest venues and the quietest houses? Immerse yourself in this spellbinding series and uncover the secrets lurking in the shadows—where every page turn pivots toward a new revelation.
Books in this Series
Mrs. Bradley
A Speedy Death
Published in 1929
The Mystery of a Butcher's Shop
Published in 1929
The Longer Bodies
Published in 1930
The Saltmarsh Murders
Published in 1932
Death at the Opera / Death in the Wet
Published in 1934
The Devil at Saxon Wall
Published in 1935
Dead Men's Morris / Death Comes at Christmas
Published in 1936
Come Away, Death
Published in 1937
St Peter's Finger
Published in 1938
Printer's Error
Published in 1939
Brazen Tongue
Published in 1940
Hangman's Curfew
Published in 1941
When Last I Died
Published in 1941
Laurels Are Poison
Published in 1942
The Worsted Viper
Published in 1943
Sunset Over Soho
Published in 1943
My Father Sleeps
Published in 1944
The Rising of the Moon
Published in 1945
Here Comes a Chopper
Published in 1946
Death and the Maiden
Published in 1947
The Dancing Druids
Published in 1948
Tom Brown's Body
Published in 1949
Groaning Spinney / Murder in the Snow
Published in 1950
The Devil's Elbow
Published in 1951
The Echoing Strangers
Published in 1952
Merlin's Furlong
Published in 1953
Faintley Speaking
Published in 1954
Watson's Choice
Published in 1955
Twelve Horses and the Hangman's Noose
Published in 1956
The Twenty-Third Man
Published in 1957
Spotted Hemlock
Published in 1958
The Man Who Grew Tomatoes
Published in 1959
Say It with Flowers
Published in 1960
Nodding Canaries
Published in 1961
My Bones Will Keep
Published in 1962
Adders on the Heath
Published in 1963
Death of a Delft Blue
Published in 1964
Pageant of Murder
Published in 1965
The Croaking Raven
Published in 1966
Skeleton Island
Published in 1967
Three Quick and Five Dead
Published in 1968
Dance to Your Daddy
Published in 1969
Gory Dew
Published in 1970
Lament for Leto
Published in 1971
A Hearse on May-Day
Published in 1972
The Murder of Busy Lizzie
Published in 1973
A Javelin for Jonah
Published in 1974
Winking at the Brim
Published in 1974
Convent on Styx
Published in 1975
Late, Late in the Evening
Published in 1976
Noonday and Night
Published in 1977
Fault in the Structure
Published in 1977
Wraiths and Changelings
Published in 1978
Mingled with Venom
Published in 1978
Nest of Vipers
Published in 1979
The Mudflats of the Dead
Published in 1979
Uncoffin'd Clay
Published in 1980
The Whispering Knights
Published in 1980
The Death Cap Dancers
Published in 1981
Lovers, Make Moan
Published in 1981
Here Lies Gloria Mundy
Published in 1982
Death of a Burrowing Mole
Published in 1982
The Greenstone Griffins
Published in 1983
Cold, Lone, and Still
Published in 1983
No Winding-Sheet
Published in 1984
The Crozier Pharaohs
Published in 1984
