A Christmas Vanishing

By: Anne Perry

Narrated by: Susan Lyons

Charlotte Pitt's clever grandmother investigates the sudden disappearance of her dear friend in this chilling holiday whodunit by New York Times bestselling author Anne Perry

Mariah Ellison, Charlotte Pitt's grandmother, accepts her longtime friend Winnie's gracious invitation to spend Christmas with her and her husband, Barton, in their picturesque village. But upon arrival, Mariah discovers that Winnie has vanished without a trace, and Barton rudely rescinds the invitation. Once Mariah finds another acquaintance to stay with during the holiday season, she begins investigating Winnie's disappearance.

Mariah's uncanny knack for solving mysteries serves her well during her search, which is driven by gossip as icy as the December weather. Did Winnie run off with another man? Was she kidnapped? Has someone harmed her? The speculation leads Mariah all around the village, revealing hidden relationships, old debts of honor, and memories of past loves. Frustratingly, though, she learns more about the townspeople spreading the rumors than she does about Winnie's whereabouts.

It is up to Mariah to drown out the noise and get to the bottom of what occurred . . . all before Christmas day. With the holiday rapidly approaching, will she succeed in bringing Winnie home in time to celebrate together—or is that too much to hope for?

©2023 Anne Perry (P)2023 Recorded Books

Not Perry’s Usual High Caliber

I find it interesting that the theme was that we all make mistakes. We should be ready to admit them and take our punishment. Afterwards the person should be allowed to start life anew, without continuing gossip and innuendo, as Perry herself had done following her teenage crime committed with a friend. She was a terrific author. I’m sorry she died recently. I enjoyed listening to her books.

Another excellent Christmas Story from Perry

Pacing, tight, nothing unnecessary in this story - if this is your first Perry story no worries you can dip into this one without needing to read in sequence - it will read better if done so but not necessary