The Decline and Fall of Whist: An Old Fashioned View of New Fangled Play

Author: Hewby, John Petch

Synopsis:

In 'The Decline and Fall of Whist: An Old Fashioned View of New Fangled Play' by Hewby, John Petch, a group of friends find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of scandal and intrigue when they stumble upon a mysterious card game. As they delve deeper into the world of Whist, they uncover secrets that threaten to unravel their lives and challenge their notions of honor and loyalty. With each hand played, the stakes get higher, and the consequences become increasingly dire. Will they be able to navigate this treacherous game and emerge unscathed, or will they succumb to the seductive allure of Whist?

Genres: Mystery, Historical Fiction, Thriller

Themes: Deception, Betrayal, Morality, Gambling

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