Dover One

Scotland Yard sends Dover to remote Creedshire to investigate the mysterious disappearance of young housemaid Juliet Rugg, whose absence raises questions about possible murder, blackmail, and secrets. Despite her imposing size and the lack of a body, the case prompts curiosity about her whereabouts and Dover’s unexpected involvement. The story is noted for its comic invention and a memorable, comic-horrific ending that adds a unique twist to the crime fiction genre.