The Widening Stain

In The Widening Stain, a university library becomes the scene of mysterious deaths, a vanished manuscript, and lurking dangers, all investigated by chief cataloger Gilda Gorham. Blending humor with literary intrigue, this Golden Age mystery offers a satirical view of academic life while keeping readers guessing about the true cause of the chaos. Rich in bibliographic detail and playful limericks, it is celebrated as a classic in the bibliomystery genre.