To Love and Be Wise. Illustrated

To Love and Be Wise by Josephine Tey is the fourth book in the Inspector Alan Grant series, offering readers a captivating blend of mystery, romance, and psychological intrigue. The novel begins with the mysterious disappearance of Leslie Searle, a charismatic American photographer, who vanishes without a trace while visiting the picturesque English village of Salcott St. Mary.

Inspector Alan Grant of Scotland Yard is called in to unravel the enigmatic case. As Grant delves into the lives of the villagers and their interactions with Searle, he uncovers a complex web of relationships and hidden secrets. The investigation leads Grant through a series of twists and turns, as he navigates the subtle undercurrents of human emotions and motives.

Tey's narrative is marked by her characteristic wit, keen observations, and richly drawn characters.