The Riddle of the Third Mile

The Riddle of the Third Mile is the sixth novel in Colin Dexter's detective series set in Oxford, following Inspector Morse as he investigates a mysterious disappearance involving university dons. The story revolves around the sudden absence of Dr. Browne-Smith and the potential for darker motives lurking behind the academic community. As the case unfolds, readers are taken on a suspenseful journey through Oxford's scholarly environment, leading to intriguing questions about trust and deception.