Golden Tresses of the Dead: The gripping tenth novel in the cosy Flavia De Luce series

Flavia de Luce is a young chemist and amateur detective who founded a detective agency with her father's valet, Dogger. During her sister Ophelia's wedding reception, they cut into their first case when they found a severed human finger in the wedding cake. Flavia uses her chemical knowledge to identify the victim and point a finger at the killer.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2019
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Flavia de Luce, a twelve-year-old chemist and amateur detective, is eager to turn professional. Alongside her father's valet, Dogger, they have founded a detective agency, Arthur Dogger & Associates. During the revelry at her sister Ophelia's wedding reception, they unexpectedly cut into their first case.

After an eventful ceremony with a missing best man and a spontaneous ventriloquist act, spirits are high as Feely and her new husband, Feely, head for the towering and beautifully iced wedding cake. However, as Feely slices into the first piece, a scream rings out—the bridal cake contains a severed human finger.

Delighted, Flavia wraps the finger in a napkin and whisks it away to her chemical laboratory. By studying the embalmed skin, the indentation of a ring, and the slope of the fingernail, she hopes to determine the identity of the victim and point a finger at the killer.

With her keen analytical skills and determination, Flavia delves into the investigation, using her chemistry knowledge to analyze the evidence. She examines the wedding guests, questioning their alibis and scrutinizing their behavior.

As she unravels the mystery, Flavia encounters various challenges and obstacles. She must navigate through a complex web of lies, secrets, and betrayals, all while dealing with her own personal struggles and insecurities.

Through her tireless efforts, Flavia gradually pieces together the clues and identifies the culprit. With her father's support and Dogger's loyalty, she confronts the killer and brings them to justice.

In the end, Flavia emerges as a hero, proving that even a young girl with a passion for chemistry can solve crimes and make a difference in the world. Her remarkable adventure inspires others to follow their dreams and embrace their unique talents, just as she has done.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409172925