About “Missing Joseph”
Deborah and Simon St. James travel to Lancashire for a winter holiday, hoping to mend their strained marriage. Upon arrival, they learn that the vicar of Wimslough, the man they had come to see, has died from accidental poisoning. Simon is suspicious of the inquest's conclusion and the close relationship between the investigating constable and the woman who prepared the meal. He calls in his friend Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley to investigate further. As they dig into the village's secrets, they uncover deep and complicated relationships that reveal passion, grief, and the possibility of murder. Through careful investigation, they uncover the painful past of a fugitive spirit. Missing Joseph is a novel by Elizabeth George.
Praise for “Missing Joseph”
“A totally satisfying mystery experience.”
“[George] proves that the classiest crime writers are true novelists.”
“Layered, intricate . . . deftly plotted, highly atmospheric.”
Book details
- First published
- 1992
- Latest edition
- 2008 · ISBN 9780553385489
- Pages
- 567
View more editions (8)
| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Missing Joseph | 2008 | 9780553385489 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Missing Joseph | 2008 | 9780553905298 | Buy on Amazon |
| Missing Joseph | 2008 | 9780553385489 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Missing Joseph | 1994 | 0553402382 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Missing Joseph | 1993 | 0553092537 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Missing Joseph | 1993 | 1568950381 | Buy on Amazon |
| Missing Joseph | 1993 | 0593021193 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Missing Joseph | — | 0553566040 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Missing Joseph?
Missing Joseph by Elizabeth George has 567 pages.
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