These Old Shades by Georgette Heyer
Published: 1926 | Series: Alastair-Audley 1
Justin Alastair, the Duke of Avon, is a reprehensible rake with an axe to grind. Can Leonie win the Duke's affection, or will his need for revenge overcome them both?
About Georgette Heyer
Georgette Heyer (1902–1974) is best known today for her bestselling historical fiction, especially the 26 novels she wrote set during the Regency period. However, she also wrote a dozen detective novels, beginning in 1932, and a number of crime short stories. Her recurring detective characters are Superintendent Hannasyde and Sergeant (later Chief Inspector) Hemingway.
These Old Shades is mentioned in the Shedunnit bonus episode, Bonus: Reading Intentions 2026. Join the book club today to listen now. Georgette Heyer's detective fiction and her sleuths Hannasyde and Hemingway are discussed extensively in the episode titled The Case of Georgette Heyer.
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