Guilty by Definition by Suzie Dent
Guilty By Definition is a captivating debut novel by Susie Dent, known for her expertise in linguistics and her role on the British game show Countdown. The book is a beautifully written mystery that intertwines the world of linguistics with a compelling narrative. Dent's love for language and Oxford shines through in her writing, making the story both unique and engaging.
The novel follows Martha Thornhill, a senior editor at the Clarendon English Dictionary, who returns to Oxford after a decade abroad. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she receives an anonymous letter containing a series of linguistics puzzles. These puzzles are linked to the disappearance of her older sister, Charlie, ten years earlier. As Martha and her team decipher the clues, they uncover secrets and lies that have been buried for years…
