The Confounding Case Of The Carisbrook Emeralds
- Authors: Stephanie Laurens
- Series: Book 6 in the Casebook of Barnaby Adair series
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- Release Date: April 29, 2020
- Print length: 228 pages (Paperback)
About the book
A tale unfolds involving a young woman accused of theft and a man who takes it upon himself to defend her. They seek assistance from Stokes, Barnaby, Penelope, and their friends in seeking justice, only to find themselves entangled in a complex web of family tensions and secrets.
When Miss Cara Di Abaccio is charged with stealing the Carisbrook emeralds by Lady Carisbrook, Hugo Adair, cousin to Barnaby Adair, steps up to defend her honor. Inspector Stokes is on the case, and with the help of Barnaby and Penelope, they begin to unravel the mystery.
As they delve deeper into the Carisbrook household, they discover unsettling truths about the family members. With the investigation at a standstill, they must navigate through lies and deceit to uncover the truth behind the stolen emeralds.
Meanwhile, Hugo becomes entranced by Cara, adding a layer of complexity to the situation. Penelope must balance her duty to the investigation with the Adair family's expectations, all while seeking guidance from her mentors.
With the assistance of their allies, Penelope, Barnaby, and Stokes work tirelessly to uncover the secrets surrounding the Carisbrooks and the missing emeralds. However, their efforts only lead to more questions and the sudden appearance of a potential murderer.
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