The Corner Shop

Lucille Abbey’s efficient London secretarial agency sends her to Hampshire to interview the eccentric Professor Hallam, leading to an unexpected connection and a change of plans. As she helps organize the Professor and becomes involved in a mysterious art-related disappearance, her visit becomes more lively and unpredictable. Upon returning to Paris, her life is further upended by new characters and ongoing intrigue. This charming story blends humor, mystery, and lively characters in a timeless adventure.