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Synopsis
In Banquo's Chair, retired British detective Sir William Brent finds himself drawn back into the shadows of his past as he confronts the infamous Bedford murder case, the only unsolved case of his illustrious career. The story unfolds on a stormy night at the foreboding Turret House, the very site where the crime took place. Sir William, now a figure of both respect and curiosity, is joined by a small group of acquaintances, including a journalist named Arthur Grange and a mystery writer, Roberta Stone. The atmosphere is thick with tension as the group gathers, each person aware that the evening holds more than just casual conversation; it promises revelations that could change everything.
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