Thirteen Guests is a captivating mystery novel by J. Jefferson Farjeon, set in the world of high society at an English country house. When John Foss, an injured stranger, is invited to stay at the home of Lord Aveling, he soon finds himself among an intriguing mix of twelve other guests. What begins as a seemingly pleasant weekend gathering quickly takes a darker turn as secrets emerge and one of the guests is found murdered. As tensions rise, more sinister incidents unfold—paintings are defaced, a dog is brutally killed, and mysterious happenings begin to unsettle the guests. With everyone under suspicion, it becomes clear that no one is truly who they appear to be. Farjeon expertly weaves together clues, red herrings, and gripping twists in this atmospheric country-house mystery. Thirteen Guests is a classic whodunit filled with suspense, vivid characters, and masterful plotting, making it an essential read for fans of Golden Age detective fiction.