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Green for danger
First published 1978 · 351 pages
A classic, tense whodunit set against the shadowy backdrop of the English Blitz.
What it feels like
Set against the tense, shadowy backdrop of the English Blitz, this traditional mystery wraps the reader in a claustrophobic atmosphere of wartime anxiety and hidden danger. The narrative unfolds at a steady, methodical pace as a classic whodunit plays out within the confined walls of a makeshift hospital. With a killer striking repeatedly, the mood remains suspenseful and urgent, driven by the procedural focus of a seasoned inspector. The prose is straightforward and classic, keeping the focus squarely on the puzzle at hand. It is a perfect read for fans of vintage British detective fiction who appreciate a carefully constructed investigation that culminates in a clever, satisfying twist.
- Mood
- tense
- claustrophobic
- shadowy
- Tone
- traditional
- suspenseful
- methodical
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- wartime anxiety · hidden motives · the pursuit of justice · deception
- The writing
- Classic and straightforward, focusing on the methodical unraveling of a traditional mystery.
- The arc
- Begins with the grim tension of wartime survival and deepens into a suspenseful puzzle that culminates in a satisfying surprise.
- Who it's for
- Fans of classic British whodunits who enjoy a clever twist and a tense, atmospheric wartime setting.
Content notes
- murder
- wartime violence
- medical setting
About the book
A murder takes place in a make-shift hospital during the second world war. Inspector Cockrill is asked to investigate even as the murderer strikes again. A nice twist in the end makes this worth a read.
Description from Open Library.
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