Uneasy Terms - Peter Cheyney

In the rolling hills of Sussex, private detective Slim Callaghan finds himself embroiled in a web of deceit, blackmail, and murder. When the wealthy Alardyse family's patriarch is found dead, Callaghan must navigate through a maze of family secrets, illicit affairs, and hidden identities.'P' As he unravels the truth behind the death of Colonel Stenhurst, he becomes entangled with the alluring Alardyse sisters-the elegant Viola, the enigmatic Corinne, and the precocious Patricia. With each revelation, the stakes grow higher, and Callaghan must use all his wits to stay one step ahead of both the killer and the law.'P'In this gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, Callaghan discovers that in the world of the rich and powerful, nothing is as it seems, and everyone has something to hide.