--- product_id: 42487075 title: "Clouds of Witness: The Classic Lord Peter Wimsey Whodunnit – A Golden Age Mystery of Family and Murder" price: "VT6088" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/42487075-clouds-of-witness-the-classic-lord-peter-wimsey-whodunnit-golden store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Clouds of Witness: The Classic Lord Peter Wimsey Whodunnit – A Golden Age Mystery of Family and Murder **Price:** VT6088 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Clouds of Witness: The Classic Lord Peter Wimsey Whodunnit – A Golden Age Mystery of Family and Murder - **How much does it cost?** VT6088 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/42487075-clouds-of-witness-the-classic-lord-peter-wimsey-whodunnit-golden) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: Clouds of Witness: The Classic Lord Peter Wimsey Whodunnit – A Golden Age Mystery of Family and Murder: 9780062315540: Sayers, Dorothy L.: Books Review: A most enjoyable mystery with delightful characters! - "Clouds of Witness" was a very delightful book! In both the mystery and the characters, I thought Sayers came through brilliantly! Lord Peter Wimsey (the main character and detective) is truly a humorous, clever, thoughtful, and lovable character! He breezes through life, always seeing the amusement and humor in situations, but doesn't lack the ability to understand people and events for the gravity they may hold. Wimsey himself was a delightful enough character to hold my interest through the book, but add to this his good friend (and partner in crime-solving) Mr. Parker (adorable friends!) and Mr. Bunter (another more "proper" counterpart to Wimsey) and you have an entire book set to amuse! Oddly enough, Sayers doesn't use a lot of description. In a way it reminds a bit of Jane Austin (though the feel of the books is not similar!), in her ability to convey the characters in their uniqueness and completeness through dialogue. The mystery also is most interesting. And while I could have felt "cheated" by the ending, I didn't because of the various sub-mysteries that were occurring throughout the book. It is, in a way, three or four mysteries all revolving around one. Additionally, the mystery centers around Wimsey's own family, which adds another element to Wimsey's character, and the mystery itself. A note: the book does contain a few slightly graphic descriptions of the murder, but I stress the word slightly. I have read some Agatha Christie, and think that it's probably on par with those. I am quite the queasy reader, and I had few qualms. The only thing I regretted - if it could be called a regret - was the prevalent use of French. I can't blame or criticize Sayers on this front, only myself for not having a better grasp of the language. That said, while a times I was dismayed because I did not understand every detail or clue, for the most part everything was eventually (and in a timely manner) translated or explained. I really enjoyed this read! And am very much looking forward to picking up another Lord Peter Wimsey mystery!! Review: Lord Peter Wimsey to the rescue - Having been castigated by his brother, the Duke of Denver, for engaging in murder investigations, Lord Peter Wimsey risks his life to prove the Duke didn't murder his sister's fiancé. There were some cumbersome scenes, introducing characters' whereabouts during the fiancé's death and attorney's monologues that drag. Sayers continues to deliver well developed character insights. The plot and setting drive the reader along and leave a thread which connects this to the third in this series. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,579,926 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #427 in Traditional Detective Mysteries (Books) #1,134 in Classic Literature & Fiction #11,272 in Amateur Sleuths | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 5,844 Reviews | ## Images ![Clouds of Witness: The Classic Lord Peter Wimsey Whodunnit – A Golden Age Mystery of Family and Murder - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-+SLKAVPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A most enjoyable mystery with delightful characters! *by R***N on August 1, 2008* "Clouds of Witness" was a very delightful book! In both the mystery and the characters, I thought Sayers came through brilliantly! Lord Peter Wimsey (the main character and detective) is truly a humorous, clever, thoughtful, and lovable character! He breezes through life, always seeing the amusement and humor in situations, but doesn't lack the ability to understand people and events for the gravity they may hold. Wimsey himself was a delightful enough character to hold my interest through the book, but add to this his good friend (and partner in crime-solving) Mr. Parker (adorable friends!) and Mr. Bunter (another more "proper" counterpart to Wimsey) and you have an entire book set to amuse! Oddly enough, Sayers doesn't use a lot of description. In a way it reminds a bit of Jane Austin (though the feel of the books is not similar!), in her ability to convey the characters in their uniqueness and completeness through dialogue. The mystery also is most interesting. And while I could have felt "cheated" by the ending, I didn't because of the various sub-mysteries that were occurring throughout the book. It is, in a way, three or four mysteries all revolving around one. Additionally, the mystery centers around Wimsey's own family, which adds another element to Wimsey's character, and the mystery itself. A note: the book does contain a few slightly graphic descriptions of the murder, but I stress the word slightly. I have read some Agatha Christie, and think that it's probably on par with those. I am quite the queasy reader, and I had few qualms. The only thing I regretted - if it could be called a regret - was the prevalent use of French. I can't blame or criticize Sayers on this front, only myself for not having a better grasp of the language. That said, while a times I was dismayed because I did not understand every detail or clue, for the most part everything was eventually (and in a timely manner) translated or explained. I really enjoyed this read! And am very much looking forward to picking up another Lord Peter Wimsey mystery!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lord Peter Wimsey to the rescue *by N***L on May 22, 2025* Having been castigated by his brother, the Duke of Denver, for engaging in murder investigations, Lord Peter Wimsey risks his life to prove the Duke didn't murder his sister's fiancé. There were some cumbersome scenes, introducing characters' whereabouts during the fiancé's death and attorney's monologues that drag. Sayers continues to deliver well developed character insights. The plot and setting drive the reader along and leave a thread which connects this to the third in this series. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mystery and a great series to check out *by A***R on September 5, 2017* Becoming a fan of the Golden age detective fiction, I decided to read Agatha Christie, and the woman who wrote this entertaining series ( Dorothy L Sayers), this being the second book in her well-known Lord Peter Wimsey Mystery series. It is a very entertaining read just like the first, and has a very puzzling whodunit to satisfy my curiosity. The second book begins with a court case narrative, as Lord Peter's brother Gerald (a.k.a. the Duke of Denver) stands trial for the murder of his sister's lover, a war hero named Dennis Catright. Lord Peter side his manservant/sidekick Bunter, and his police officer friend Detective Inspector Charles Parker determine to find the real culprit. The story has a very good puzzle and mysteries, no clues are hidden and all are discovered by the reader at the same time or Peter or his detective friend Inspector Parker find. There are a few twists to revealing who the murderer is, but it is very satisfying. If you like it good mystery, I would encourage check these books out. I have read the first one in the series and now this will be my second book. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/42487075-clouds-of-witness-the-classic-lord-peter-wimsey-whodunnit-golden](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/42487075-clouds-of-witness-the-classic-lord-peter-wimsey-whodunnit-golden) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*