About the book
In a sensational breach-of-promise suit, two wealthy social climbers are suing on behalf of their beautiful daughter, Zillah. The defendant is Zillah’s alleged fiancé, brilliant young architect Killian Melville, who adamantly declares that he will not, cannot, marry her. Utterly baffled by his client’s refusal, Melville’s counsel, Sir Oliver Rathbone, turns to his old comrades in crime—William Monk and nurse Hester Latterly. But even as they scout London for clues, the case suddenly and tragically ends, in an outcome that no one—except a ruthless murderer—could have foreseen.
Editions of A Breach of Promise
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780449908495
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780804118552
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345523747
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307875457
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780375402753
Read an Excerpt
In a sensational breach-of-promise suit, two wealthy social climbers are suing on behalf of their beautiful daughter, Zillah. The defendant is Zillah’s alleged fiancé, brilliant young architect Killian Melville, who adamantly declares that he will not, cannot, marry her. Utterly baffled by his client’s refusal, Melville’s counsel, Sir Oliver Rathbone, turns to his old comrades in crime—William Monk and nurse Hester Latterly. But even as they scout London for clues, the case suddenly and tragically ends, in an outcome that no one—except a ruthless murderer—could have foreseen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Breach of Promise about?
In a sensational breach-of-promise suit, two wealthy social climbers are suing on behalf of their beautiful daughter, Zillah. The defendant is Zillah’s alleged fiancé, brilliant young architect Killian Melville, who adamantly declares that he will not, cannot, marry her. Utterly baffled by his client’s refusal, Melville’s counsel, Sir Oliver Rathbone, turns to his old comrades in crime—William Monk and nurse Hester Latterly. But even as they scout London for clues, the case suddenly and tragically ends, in an outcome that no one—except a ruthless murderer—could have foreseen.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Breach of Promise?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Historical crime and mysteries
Where can I read a sample of A Breach of Promise?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780449908495
Is A Breach of Promise part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series William Monk
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Breach of Promise?
Anne Perry
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Breach of Promise is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780449908495) and paperback(ISBN 9780804118552) and paperback(ISBN 9780345523747) and ebook(ISBN 9780307875457) and audiobook(ISBN 9780375402753)
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