<p>In "The Franchise Affair," Josephine Tey masterfully blends elements of the detective novel with a profound psychological exploration of societal perceptions and human behavior. Set in post-World War II England, the story revolves around the mysterious accusation against two women, touted as criminals, by a young girl. Tey's narrative style is marked by sharp dialogue and subtle character development, encapsulating the moral dilemmas faced by ...