The society doyenne Mrs. Vanderstein is known far and wide for her vast collection of breathtaking jewelry. On one trip to the opera, she bedecks herself in a staggering array of finery in order to impress the Queen, who is also rumored to attend -- and she falls prey to a nefarious scheme. Fans of classic detective tales will appreciate this tightly constructed mystery.
The society doyenne Mrs. Vanderstein is known far and wide for her vast collection of breathtaking jewelry. On one trip to the opera, she bedecks herself in a staggering array of finery in order to impress the Queen, who is also rumored to attend -- and she falls prey to a nefarious scheme. Fans of classic detective tales will appreciate this tightly constructed mystery.