The Classic Collection of Margot Bennett. Illustrated

This beautifully illustrated volume brings together three of the most acclaimed novels by Margot Bennett, a remarkable and often overlooked voice in mid-century British crime fiction. With her crisp prose, psychological depth, and inventive plotting, Bennet carved a unique space in the mystery genre—combining traditional suspense with sharp insight into human behavior.In The Widow of Bath, an ex-convict becomes entangled in murder and deception at a quiet English seaside hotel, where secrets fester beneath genteel surfaces. The Man Who Didn’t Fly presents a brilliant and unconventional mystery involving a plane crash, three dead passengers—and one missing man who never boarded the flight. Meanwhile, Someone from the Past offers a gripping, introspective puzzle as a woman confronts buried emotions and deadly consequences when a former lover is murdered.Each novel reveals Bennet’s gift for creating tension through character and atmosphere rather than cliché. Her stories are thoughtful, intelligent, and refreshingly modern in tone.Enhanced with evocative illustrations that echo the mood and settings of her novels, this collection is the perfect introduction—or tribute—to a writer whose works deserve renewed recognition. For fans of literary suspense, psychological drama, and stylish British noir, The Classic Collection of Margot Bennet is an essential addition to the bookshelf.Contents:- The Widow of Bath- The Man Who Didn't Fly- Someone from the Past