The Missing Aunt

"THE MISSING AUNT" by G.D.H. and M. Cole in a facsimile dust jacket. 1937 1st edition; Published for "The Crime Club" by Collins; London. The book is a classic British Golden-Age mystery novel featuring Cole's famous detective, Superintendent Henry Wilson of Scotland Yard, and his recurring associate, Dr. Michael Prendergast. The mystery begins with the sudden disappearance of an aunt, which quickly escalates into a complex investigation involving two deaths. The case hinges on intricate wills that carry major financial stakes. A group of five great-nieces and nephews all find themselves implicated in the unfolding events, each having potential motives tied to the inheritance. Superintendent Wilson uses meticulous deduction to unravel the family's secrets and track down how the inheritance, the disappearances, and the murders tie together. Condition: Small, light stain at the bottom edge of the front cover; tiny stain spot at the top-left corner of the back cover. The orange cloth has faded on the spine, and along the top edge of the front and back covers. Sharp cover corners. Tight binding with no cracks and no loose pages. Nice interior - the text pages are clean and appear unread with no notable issues found. Light tanning to the end papers. Overall the book is in Very Good- condition. The facsimile dust jacket is in Fine condition with no notable issues. (The dust jacket comes with a clear, protective sleeve - not shown.).…