Praise for Simon Brett: "Brett is a master at subtle characterization, superb setting, and plotting in which his characters solve themselves in the process of solving murders."—Booklist When ex-Princess Etheline, daughter of the exiled king of Mitteleuropia, is kidnapped while visiting the seat of the Dukes of Tawcester, the duchess sends her son "Blotto" to rescue her. But Blotto isn't as bright as his sister "Twinks." Simon Brett is the author of over thirty mystery novels and seven plays. He is married with three children and lives near Arundel in West Sussex, England.