The Fire Within

The Fire Within by Patricia Wentworth

A romantic treasure from the beloved author of the Miss Silver Mystery series Great lady of British crime, Patricia Wentworth is best known as the creator of Miss Maud Silver, the teacher citing Tennyson whose second career as a private investigator is just as unlikely as it is exciting. With a primitive and modest demeanor that belies her fierce intelligence, Miss Silver is never more fearsome than when she saves true love from wanton wickedness. Love is an essential ingredient in Miss Silver Mysteries, and the thread that connects Wentworth's early romances to her world-famous crime series. In this tale of the heart, a passionate young woman and her married sister fight over the affections of a handsome doctor. With a hint of mysticism and a hint of murder, The Fire Within is a compelling love story in its own right and a revealing glimpse into the genesis of the indomitable Miss Silver.