murder by matchlight e c r lorac

This atmospheric mystery set against the backdrop of 1945 blackout London sees Lorac's CID man MacDonald pit his considerable wits against a host of characterful suspects. Also includes the Lorac short story, 'Permanent Policeman'.

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After all, under its gaiety and brilliance Vienna has always been a centre of intrigue. The distinguished industrialist, the fair girl and the aggressive young man – although Superintendent McDonald tried to avoid studying his fellow-passengers, he simply couldn’t help it. For him, it was difficult to adjust to being on holiday.He turned away deliberately. These people weren’t his problem, he was on holiday – or so he thought. Set against the enchanting background of post war Vienna, with its beautiful palaces and gardens, its disenchanted residents and scars of war, E.C.R. Lorac constructs a characteristic detective story, sure to puzzle and excite.This exceedingly rare mystery, first published in 1956, makes its triumphant return to print for the first time since its original appearance.

Objev podobné jako Murder in Vienna - E.C.R. Lorac

One suspicious death. Two amateur sleuths. And an utterly impossible crime…The NUMBER ONE ebook bestseller!''Amuses and intrigues in equal measure… a splendid start to what promises to be a long-running series’ Daily Mail''The perfect village mystery. A golden-age world with an energy that is totally contemporary’ J.M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder‘All the ingredients of a classic mystery… enormous fun.’ Orlando Murrin, author of Knife Skills for Beginners''Brilliant characters that leap off the page.'' The SunThe Cotswolds, 1924. At the Old Forge in the quiet village of Maybury-in-the-Marsh a cry of anguish rings out: lady of the house Amy Phelps has been discovered dead. But with all the windows and doors to her room locked from inside, how – and by whom – was she killed?Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift finds himself in the unlikely position of detective. The celebrated author of The Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-Hunting is staying at the Old Forge to investigate a suspected spectre, but now the more pressing matter of Amy’s murder falls to him too.With old friend Val, he soon uncovers a sorry tale of altered wills, secret love affairs and tragic losses – and plenty of motives for murder. When events take another ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the internationally bestselling creator of Claude and Mr Penguin comes a brand-new tongue-in-cheek murder mystery series, stylishly illustrated in black and white, and perfect for fans of Robin Stevens, Enola Holmes and Knives Out. When the tyrannical family patriarch Sir Ignatious Gristle is murdered on his 90th birthday at his country estate, every one of his gathered family members is a suspect. Trapped by a snowstorm with no way to contact the police, it's up to his mettlesome granddaughter, Edna, and her trusted tortoise, Charles Darwin, to determine whodunnit! Full of head-scratching clues, page-turning twists and a lot people acting suspiciously this is the first in a funny, spoofy middle-grade murder mystery series from bestselling author Alex T. Smith.

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***Shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize 2021***THE ACCLAIMED MURDER MYSTERY FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, PERFECT FOR FANS OF RICHARD OSMAN''Funny, clever, charming, imaginative and nostalgic'' The Times''Terrific'' Mail on Sunday''A giddy spell of sheer delight'' Daily MailThe August bank holiday is approaching and after two extremely high-profile murder cases, Constable Twitten is eagerly anticipating a quiet spell at work. But then they find the bodies – and the milk bottles.Three seemingly unconnected victims – a hard-working AA patrolman, a would-be Beauty Queen, a catty BBC radio personality – have all been killed with the same, highly unusual murder weapon. Constable Twitten, Sergeant Brunswick and Inspector Steine are initially baffled, the town is alarmed, and the local newspaper is delighted: after all, what sells papers better than a killer on the loose? Can our redoubtable trio solve the case and catch this most curious of killers before they strike again?''The glorious return of Constable Twitten is a cause for celebration... the fun is in Truss''s keen ear for dialogue, original comic characters and affectionate(ish) recreation of a seaside resort in its slightly sleazy heyday'' Sunday Times Crime Club

Objev podobné jako Murder by Milk Bottle - Lynne Trussová

A BRAND NEW COSY MYSTERY SERIES SET IN THE PICTURESQUE CITY OF YORK. FOR FANS OF FAITH MARTIN, BETTY ROWLANDS AND LJ ROSS.Meet Kitt Hartley: librarian, trilby-wearer, Lady Grey tea-drinker, taker of no nonsense... detective?It''s a perfectly normal day for Kitt Hartley at her job at the University of the Vale of York library, until Detective Inspector Halloran arrives at her desk to tell her that her best friend, Evie Bowes, is under suspicion of murder. Evie''s ex-boyfriend Owen has been found dead - with a fountain pen stabbed through his heart - and all the evidence points to her.Kitt knows there is no way Evie could murder anyone - let alone Owen, who she adored. Horrified that the police could have got it so wrong, Kitt decides there''s only one thing to do: she''s going to investigate Owen''s murder herself. She''s read hundreds of mystery novels - how hard can it be?With the help of her assistant Grace, and the occasional hindrance of the library''s eccentric regulars, Kitt summons up all her investigative powers (absorbed over years of reading everything from Agatha Christie to Ian Rankin) and gets to work. She soon discovers that down the quaint streets and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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As the nights draw in and the old year slips away, the haunting season begins. Twigs scrape at windowpanes in the darkness, mysterious footprints are found in the snow, and all sorts of mysteries, monsters and nastiness are in the offing. Bringing together ten classic tales of mystery, murder and mayhem from the greatest writers in the genre, Murder by Candlelight will puzzle your mind and chill your blood in equal measure.Whether spine-chillingly supernatural or all-too-human, the ghastly protagonists of these stories are always one step ahead. Featuring work from classic authors of the genre such as Dorothy L Sayers, Carter Dickson, Cyril Hare, Ethel Lina White, Simon Brett, Freeman Wills Croft, Sapper, JS Fletcher, Catherine Aird, and Fergus Hume.

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***Shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize 2021***THE ACCLAIMED MURDER MYSTERY FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, PERFECT FOR FANS OF RICHARD OSMAN''Funny, clever, charming, imaginative and nostalgic'' The Times''Terrific'' Mail on Sunday''A giddy spell of sheer delight'' Daily MailThe August bank holiday is approaching and after two extremely high-profile murder cases, Constable Twitten is eagerly anticipating a quiet spell at work. But then they find the bodies – and the milk bottles.Three seemingly unconnected victims – a hard-working AA patrolman, a would-be Beauty Queen, a catty BBC radio personality – have all been killed with the same, highly unusual murder weapon. Constable Twitten, Sergeant Brunswick and Inspector Steine are initially baffled, the town is alarmed, and the local newspaper is delighted: after all, what sells papers better than a killer on the loose? Can our redoubtable trio solve the case and catch this most curious of killers before they strike again?''The glorious return of Constable Twitten is a cause for celebration... the fun is in Truss''s keen ear for dialogue, original comic characters and affectionate(ish) recreation of a seaside resort in its slightly sleazy heyday'' Sunday Times Crime Club

Objev podobné jako Murder by Milk Bottle - Lynne Trussová

Crime-fiction librarian Ray Ambler gets more than he bargained for when he acquires the archives of a controversial hardboiled crime author in this contemporary twisty mystery set in New York City.Hardboiled crime writer Will Ford might be critically acclaimed, but he''s every bit as debauched and disreputable as the ne''er-do-well private eye in his novels. So when Ford offers Raymond Ambler - crime-fiction curator at New York City''s prestigious 42nd Street Library - a collection of his papers, Ambler wonders if the project will be more trouble than it''s worth. Still, the disgraced author is an important talent, and Ambler''s never been afraid of a fight.Ambler''s ready for the controversy that greets news of the acquisition. He''s not ready, however, for what he finds when he finally receives the papers: a gripping unpublished short story apparently based on a real case, with an explosive author''s note. If it''s true, there''s been a shocking coverup at the heart of the NYPD - and a cop has got away with murder.If it''s true. Ford''s not talking, and Ambler''s good friend Mike Cosgrove, a veteran NYPD homicide detective, is beyond skeptical. But as the pair investigate, they''re drawn into the sordid underbelly of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder by Definition - Con Lehane

Crime-fiction librarian Ray Ambler gets more than he bargained for when he acquires the archives of a controversial hardboiled crime author in this contemporary twisty mystery set in New York City.Hardboiled crime writer Will Ford might be critically acclaimed, but he''s every bit as debauched and disreputable as the ne''er-do-well private eye in his novels. So when Ford offers Raymond Ambler - crime-fiction curator at New York City''s prestigious 42nd Street Library - a collection of his papers, Ambler wonders if the project will be more trouble than it''s worth. Still, the disgraced author is an important talent, and Ambler''s never been afraid of a fight.Ambler''s ready for the controversy that greets news of the acquisition. He''s not ready, however, for what he finds when he finally receives the papers: a gripping unpublished short story apparently based on a real case, with an explosive author''s note. If it''s true, there''s been a shocking coverup at the heart of the NYPD - and a cop has got away with murder.If it''s true. Ford''s not talking, and Ambler''s good friend Mike Cosgrove, a veteran NYPD homicide detective, is beyond skeptical. But as the pair investigate, they''re drawn into the sordid underbelly of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder by Definition - Con Lehane

Crime-fiction librarian Ray Ambler gets more than he bargained for when he acquires the archives of a controversial hardboiled crime author in this contemporary twisty mystery set in New York City.Hardboiled crime writer Will Ford might be critically acclaimed, but he''s every bit as debauched and disreputable as the ne''er-do-well private eye in his novels. So when Ford offers Raymond Ambler - crime-fiction curator at New York City''s prestigious 42nd Street Library - a collection of his papers, Ambler wonders if the project will be more trouble than it''s worth. Still, the disgraced author is an important talent, and Ambler''s never been afraid of a fight.Ambler''s ready for the controversy that greets news of the acquisition. He''s not ready, however, for what he finds when he finally receives the papers: a gripping unpublished short story apparently based on a real case, with an explosive author''s note. If it''s true, there''s been a shocking coverup at the heart of the NYPD - and a cop has got away with murder.If it''s true. Ford''s not talking, and Ambler''s good friend Mike Cosgrove, a veteran NYPD homicide detective, is beyond skeptical. But as the pair investigate, they''re drawn into the sordid underbelly of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder by Definition - Con Lehane

Sheds new light on the psychopathy, motivations and politics of murder by mail.

Objev podobné jako Murder by Mail - Mahmut Cengiz, Mitchel P. Roth

Becky Chambers meets Miss Marple in this sci-fi ode to the cozy mystery, helmed by a formidable no-nonsense auntie of a detectiveA mind is a terrible thing to erase...Welcome to the HMS Fairweather, Her Majesty''s most luxurious interstellar passenger liner! Room and board are included, new bodies are graciously provided upon request, and should you desire a rest between lifetimes, your mind shall be most carefully preserved in glass in the Library, shielded from every danger.Near the topmost deck of an interstellar generation ship, Dorothy Gentleman wakes up in a body that isn’t hers—just as someone else is found murdered. As one of the ship’s detectives, Dorothy usually delights in unraveling the schemes on board the Fairweather, but when she finds that someone is not only killing bodies but purposefully deleting minds from the Library, she realizes something even more sinister is afoot.Dorothy suspects her misfortune is partly the fault of her feckless nephew Ruthie who, despite his brilliance as a programmer, leaves chaos in his cheerful wake. Or perhaps the sultry yarn store proprietor—and ex-girlfriend of the body Dorothy is currently inhabiting—knows more than she’s letting on. Whatever it is, Dorothy intends to solve this case. Because someone has ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Raise a glass for St. Paddy’s Day but keep a shamrock handy because some of these minty milkshakes are made with murder! IRISH MILKSHAKE MURDER by CARLENE O’CONNORIn advance of their St. Patrick’s Day wedding, Tara Meehan and Danny O’Donnell are off to the Aran Islands with their bridesmaids and groomsmen for a joint hen and stag party. The weekend kicks off with the ferry trip to Inis Mór, as the passengers enjoy boozy milkshakes on board and entertainment from a pair of famous Irish-dancing twin brothers. But faster than Tara can say “Oh, Danny Boy,” a murder shamrocks the boat as someone’s spiked shake turns out to be their final round. Stuck in a rural island cottage, while a storm rages outside, Tara must find the Celtic killer before her luck runs out . . . MURDER MOST IRISH by PEGGY EHRHARTSt. Patrick’s Day is drawing near in Arborville, New Jersey and the folks at Hyler''s Luncheonette are getting into the holiday spirit with a new, limited-time, Irish-themed menu item--a festive green milkshake appropriately named, “The Leprechaun.” It’s a hit, until a patron is felled by one of the frothy concoctions during a sheep parade through the town. Now, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Irish Milkshake Murder - Carlene O'Connor, Peggy Ehrhart

It''s the height of summer. As the heat shimmers on the streets and ice cream melts onto sticky fingers, tempers begin to rise and old grudges surface. From Cornish beaches to the French Riviera, it''s not just a holiday that''s on people''s minds ... it''s murder.In these ten classic stories from writers such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Cyril Hare and Gladys Mitchell, you''ll find mayhem and mysteries aplenty. So grab the suncream and head down to the beach - if you dare.

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As a deadly cholera pandemic burns its way through Victorian London in the winter of 1866, a trailblazing female physician and a skeptical Scotland Yard detective reluctantly team up to stop a sadistic killer in this dark, atmospheric, historically rich mystery for readers of Andrea Penrose and Deanna Raynourn.“Enthralling debut. . . Mystery, pulse-pounding suspense and a budding romance. More, please!”—Mary Jane Clark, New York Times Bestselling AuthorNovember 1866: The grisly murder site in London’s East End is thronged with onlookers. None of them expect the calmly efficient young woman among them to be a medical doctor, arrived to examine the corpse. Inspector Richard Tennant, overseeing the investigation, at first makes no effort to disguise his skepticism. But Dr. Julia Lewis is accustomed to such condescension . . .To study medicine, Julia had to leave Britain, where universities still bar their doors to women, and travel to America. She returned home to work in her grandfather’s practice—amid London’s devastating cholera epidemic. Yet in four years she’s seen nothing quite like this—a local clergyman’s body sexually mutilated and displayed in a manner that she—and Tennant—both suspect is personal.Days later, another body is found with links to the first, and Tennant calls ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder by Lamplight - Patrice McDonough

A double life with a single purpose getting away with murder.

Objev podobné jako Murder By Natural Causes - Helen Erichsen

The murder of the gardener at Camden-sur-Mer is a break in routine for Angela Benbow and Caledonia Wingate’s retirement community.

Objev podobné jako Murder by Owl Light - Corinne Holt Sawyer

'Utterly captivating. Perfect for fans of The Marlow Murder Club Mysteries' Michael Wood, bestselling crime fiction author 'A humorous, gripping cosy mystery story that every crime fiction lover will really enjoy' Fiona Leitch, bestselling cosy crime author

Objev podobné jako Murder by the Book - M. R. G. Davies

A morbid assassination – or something even darker? A Quantum Murder by Peter F. Hamilton is the thrilling second book featuring Greg Mandel, the cyberpunk detective with psychic powers Dr Edward Kitchener, respected quantum cosmology researcher, is found brutally murdered. His employers, Event Horizon, want to know what happened – and fast. Is it a gruesome killing or something far more sinister?Greg Mandel, a once high-powered detective with psychic powers, is enticed out of retirement to take on the case. But Mandel''s leads force him to confront the past. But – according to Kitchener''s theories – this past might never have happened . . .Challeging the very boundaries of reality, A Quantum Murder is an edge-of-your-seat space mystery from sci-fi legend Peter F. Hamilton,A Quantum Murder is followed by The Nano Flower to complete the Greg Mandel trilogy.

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Put on your springtime best and grab a basket, because Easter egg hunting is to dye for in this delightful new collection of Easter-themed capers set in coastal Maine and featuring fan-favorite sleuths from the long-running, bestselling cozy mystery series by Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis, and Barbara Ross! EASTER BASKET MURDER by LESLIE MEIERTinker’s Cove businesses are clashing over a new Easter Basket-themed promotion to boost sales, with tensions boiling over the grand prize—a mysterious golden egg crafted by a reclusive Maine artist. When the one-of-a-kind art piece is stolen, it’s up to part-time reporter Lucy Stone to investigate what turns into a deadly case . . .DEATH BY EASTER EGG by LEE HOLLISAs Bar Harbor’s annual egg hunt approaches, Food & Cocktails columnist and restauranteur Hayley Powell is thrilled to introduce her grandson, Eli, to local springtime traditions—which does not include the death of the Easter bunny! With a clear-as-cellophane case of murder on her hands, it’s up to Hayley to crack the clues and scramble deadly plans before it’s too late . . .HOPPED ALONG by BARBARA ROSSJulia Snowden’s Easter Sunday at Windsholme, a sprawling mansion tucked away on a remote Maine island, looks like it’s been borrowed ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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And then there was one . . . can Donald Langham and Maria Dupré stop a killer who''s picking off victims one by one?December, 1956. Donald Langham''s wife Maria Dupré receives a chilling invitation to attend a death at the home of Maxwell Falwell Fenton in Essex. The once-prominent artist has a number of enemies, and has faded into obscurity since the war ended. Is the invitation to his own death or someone else''s?Arriving at Winterfield on a cold winter evening, Donald and Maria meet five strangers who have also received numbered invitations. They all had a reason to hate or fear Maxwell - including Maria, who reveals a secret from her own past. But is she telling the whole truth?The soiree produces a gruesome and dramatic twist, but it''s about to get much worse when someone starts picking off the six, one by one. Can Donald untangle lies, betrayal, and incredible revelations to identify the killer before Maria becomes the next victim?

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Mr Holly is dead, and everyone in the village could be a suspect. Can you solve the advent calendar of puzzles to figure out whodunnit before Christmas Day?Welcome to the quiet English village of Candlestow, where the festive season is in full swing. The residents are busy preparing for Christmas when local resident Mr Holly is found dead at a rehersal for the annual Christmas play. Team up with the local detective, DCI Twelvetrees, as you try to crack the curious case.The plot twist? On 1 December, a clue arrives at the police station and reveals a dark secret from one of the village’s inhabitants. Someone is taking revenge on the village, and everyone is a potential target. And so it goes: every day a new clue arrives, and a new dark secret is revealed.Can you solve the case of the mysterious advent-calendar conundrums by cracking 25 puzzles? And can you uncover the biggest puzzle of all: who killed Mr Holly?

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Maple Bishop has a thriving dollhouse business and a new career as a crime scene consultant for the local sheriff''s office. On the surface, she seems to be doing well, but deep down Maple is still reeling from the death of her husband. When the body of an aspiring firefighter - who was close childhood friends with Kenny, the sheriff''s deputy and Maple''s confidant - is discovered in the charred remains of a burned cabin, Maple is called in to help determine whether the fire was an accident or a case of murder by arson. Realizing there''s more to the crime than meets the eye, she sets out to unearth the discrepancies from the scene by re-creating the cabin in miniature. The investigation leads them to Maple''s old Boston neighbourhood, forcing her to confront the past she''s desperately trying to forget. As Maple and Kenny sift through clues, they uncover dark secrets that hit close to home, unravelling in unexpected ways - and putting their lives in danger.

Objev podobné jako Murder in Miniature - Katie Tietjen

Maple Bishop has a thriving dollhouse business and a new career as a crime scene consultant for the local sheriff''s office. On the surface, she seems to be doing well, but deep down Maple is still reeling from the death of her husband. When the body of an aspiring firefighter - who was close childhood friends with Kenny, the sheriff''s deputy and Maple''s confidante - is discovered in the charred remains of a burned cabin, Maple is called in to help determine whether the fire was an accident or a case of murder by arson. Realizing there''s more to the crime than meets the eye, she sets out to unearth the discrepancies from the scene by re-creating the cabin in miniature. The investigation leads them to Maple''s old Boston neighbourhood, forcing her to confront the past she''s desperately trying to forget. As Maple and Kenny sift through clues, they uncover dark secrets that hit close to home, unravelling in unexpected ways - and putting their lives in danger.

Objev podobné jako Murder in Miniature - Katie Tietjen

The Viaduct Murder by Ronald Arbuthnott Knox is a witty mystery that explores themes of amateur investigation, the complexities of human nature, and the unexpected twists in seemingly simple situations. The story follows a group of unlikely investigators – a retired clergyman, a former don, a military intelligence officer, and a vacationing friend – who, after discovering a dead body while playing golf, decide to take the investigation into their own hands. Unwilling to trust the police, they embark on their own sleuthing adventure, relying on their individual skills, intelligence, and wit to unravel the mystery. Through its light-hearted yet engaging narrative, the book delves into themes of curiosity, trust, and the human tendency to question authority, particularly when faced with an unusual situation. The characters' diverse backgrounds bring humor and unique perspectives to the investigation, which often takes unexpected and entertaining turns. At its core, the story is about the importance of human connections, the value of teamwork, and the often humorous complexities that arise when ordinary people are thrust into extraordinary circumstances. This charming mystery offers a delightful blend of intrigue, character dynamics, and sharp humor.

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Dětský svačinový box Step by Step s motivem jednorožce má objem 0,9 litru a je vyroben z plastu. Vnitřní přihrádky umožňují oddělení různých potravin. Výrobek je vhodný pro mytí v myčce na nádobí.

• Vnitřní přihrádky pro oddělení jídla
• Snadná údržba - vhodný do myčky
• Atraktivní dětský motiv jednorožce
• Kompaktní rozměry 12,9×17,7×6 cm

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Detektor kouře DOF Pro10 je certifikovaný optický hlásič s 10letou životností baterie. K instalaci slouží magnetická podložka připevnitelná lepicími podložkami 3M bez nutnosti vrtání. Zařízení splňuje bezpečnostní normy a poskytuje varovný signál o síle 85 dB.

• 10letá životnost baterie bez nutnosti výměny
• Magnetická podložka pro snadnou instalaci bez vrtání
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Kniha Co by udělala Wednesday? nabízí pohled na svět očima Wednesday Addamsové. Je rozdělena do 8 částí, které lze číst postupně nebo najednou. Příběh pomáhá čtenářům objevit vlastní sílu a autenticitu.

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First published in 1944 Fell Murder sees E.C.R. Lorac at the height of her considerable powers as a purveyor of well-made, traditional and emphatic detective fiction. The book presents a 'return of the prodigal' mystery set in the later stages of the Second World War amidst the close-knit farmerfolk community of Lancashire’s Lune valley.

Objev podobné jako Fell Murder - E.C.R. Lorac

The newly formed Ministry of Fine Arts has a staffing problem - one minister dead within six months of its inception, his successor snuffed out shortly before the General Election. When a third victim, Permanent Secretary Edwin Pompfret is fatally crushed by the fall of a giant bust, Inspector Julian Rivers is drawn into a case of murder of artistic devilment.

Objev podobné jako Murder as a Fine Art - Carol Carnac, E.C.R. Lorac

On a foggy night in London, a party has gathered in an artist's studio during the wartime blackout. When the brutal murder of the miser next door is discovered by his infantryman nephew, it's not long before Inspector Macdonald of Scotland Yard is at the scene, untangling alibis from the studio party and with the fate of the soldier in his hands.

Objev podobné jako Checkmate to Murder - E.C.R. Lorac

E C R Lorac spins a twisting tale full of wry humour and red herrings, poking some fun at her contemporary reviewers who long suspected the Lorac pseudonym to belong to a man (since a woman could apparently not have written mysteries the way that she did).

Objev podobné jako Death of an Author - E.C.R. Lorac

Written in the last years of the author’s life, this previously unpublished novel is a tribute to Lorac’s enduring skill for constructing an ingenious puzzle, replete with memorable characters and gripping detective work. This edition also includes an introduction by the CWA Diamond Dagger Award-winning author Martin Edwards.

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First published in 1946 and set in the fell country of Lunesdale over the course of a rainy September, The Theft of the Iron Dogs is the very picture of a cosy crime mystery and showcases Lorac's masterful attention to detail and deep affection for both Lunesdale and its residents.

Objev podobné jako The Theft of the Iron Dogs - E.C.R. Lorac

A rare 1950s classic from E. C. R. Lorac's beloved Inspector Robert Macdonald series, following on from Theft of the Iron Dogs and Fell Murder. Featuring the author's authentic depiction of her lake district home in Lunesdale, Lancashire. An atmospheric mystery full of memorable characters and period charm.

Objev podobné jako Still Waters - E.C.R. Lorac

The first in a new book-themed cosy crime series that’s perfect for fans of Death and Croissants and Janice Hallett!This riveting small town murder mystery proves that not every murder is by the book...***As Sugar Springs gears up for its all-class high school reunion, Mississippi bookstore owner Arlo Stanley prepares to launch her largest event: a book signing with the town''s legendary alum and bestselling author, Wally Harrison. That''s when Wally is discovered dead outside of Arlo''s front door, and her best friend is questioned for the crime.When the elderly ladies of Arlo''s Friday Night Book Club start to investigate, Arlo has no choice but to follow behind to keep them out of trouble. Yet with Wally''s reputation, the suspect list only grows longer – his betrayed wife, his disgruntled assistant, even the local man who holds a grudge from a long-ago accident.Between running interference with the book club and otherwise keeping it all together, Arlo’s work is cut out for her. And amidst it all, her one-time boyfriend-turned-private-eye returns to town, just another distraction while she digs to uncover the truth of Wally''s death…and the Sugar Springs secret that could have led to his murder. Perfect for fans of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Can't Judge a Book By Its Murder - Amy Lillard

ABSOLUTION BY MURDER is the brilliant and evocative first novel in Peter Tremayne''s Sister Fidelma series, bringing 7th-century Ireland vividly to life.PRAISE FOR ABSOLUTION BY MURDER: ''In the simultaneously sharp-tongued and full womanly figure of Sister Fidelma, Tremayne has created a heroine whom many readers will willingly follow. Even Brother Cadfael might have tolerated her'' Kirkus Reviews As the leading churchmen and women gather at the Synod of Whitby in 664AD to debate the rival merits of the Celtic and Roman Churches, tempers begin to fray. Conspirators plot an assassination, while mysterious, violent death stalks the shadowy cloisters of the Abbey of St Hilda. When the Abbess Etain, a leading speaker for the Celtic Church, is found murdered suspicion inevitably rests on the Roman faction.Attending the Synod is Fidelma, of the community of St Brigid of Kildare. As an advocate of the Brehon Court, she is called on to investigate the murder with Brother Eadulf, of the Roman faction. However, the two are so unlike that their partnership is described as that of a wolf and a fox - but which is which?More gruesome deaths follow and the friction among the clerics could end in civil war. Can the solution ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Absolution by Murder (Sister Fidelma Mysteries Book 1) - Peter Tremayne

The Second World War is drawing to a close. Nicholas Vaughan, released from the army after an accident, takes refuge in Little Thatch - a thatched cottage in the Devon countryside. When Little Thatch is destroyed in a blaze, all Vaughan's work goes up in smoke - and Inspector Macdonald is drafted in to uncover a motive for murder.

Objev podobné jako Fire in the Thatch - E.C.R. Lorac

Despite some suspicions from the family, the verdict at the inquest is suicide - but when Ruth's brother Richard receives a letter from the deceased which was delayed in the post, he enlists the help of CID Robert Macdonald to investigate what could only be an ingeniously planned murder.

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The second instalment in the Main Street Book Club Mysteries is another cosy crime perfect for fans of Ellery Adams and Lorna Barrett.***This riveting small town murder mystery will have to be solved by the book…It was only a few months ago that the ladies of Arlo''s Friday Night Book Club – Fern, Camille, and Helen – solved the murder of the renowned author, Wally Harrison. So when they select Wally''s bestseller, Missing Girl, for their next discussion, Arlo is hopeful it will be the end of their mystery hunt.But since their recent success as sleuths, the crew officially see themselves as a women''s mystery club, and they''re convinced Missing Girl was inspired by a 50-year-old cold case. It''s a case from their own Sugar Springs, Mississippi: the disappearance of Mary Kennedy. Arlo can do little to stop the book club ladies from investigating.But what starts as a fun hunch quickly turns into a very real cold case murder mystery when a young girl is murdered in the exact place the women believe Mary went missing all those years ago. It''s clear the two cases are connected – and the mystery book club is determined to find answers. With Arlo''s ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Murder Between the Pages - Amy Lillard

The Ultimate Locked-Room Mystery Where YOU Are the Detective!THE MOST ORIGINAL, META MURDER MYSTERY OF 2025, PERFECT FOR FANS OF STUART TURTON, ANTHONY HOROWITZ AND AGATHA CHRISTIE'A high-energy mystery, both exclamation point and question mark...a striking, playful novel' A.J. Finn'The ultimate locked room mystery for all Agatha Christie lovers out there' 5* reader review'Witty and remarkable and entirely unpredictable' Alex Pavesi--THIRTEEN GUESTS. THIRTEEN SUSPECTS. AN IMPOSSIBLE MURDER. A MYSTERY YOU MUST SOLVE - OR FACE THE CONSEQUENCES...What if a Great Detective reinvestigated the most famous unsolved murder case of the century?What if that Great Detective was you?You have been invited to a very special murder mystery party. Thirteen guests have been gathered - rather, thirteen suspects.But only one of them is a murderer. And only you can find them.Your task is simple. Listen to the witnesses, examine the evidence, and solve the case.Be careful. Trust no one. In this story, all may not be as it seems.The ultimate murder mystery is yours to solve.A word of warning, though - catch the killer, or face the consequences...--Why readers are loving THE GAME IS MURDER!'A truly unique mystery novel that's unlike anything else I've ever read' 5***** reader review'Offers a fresh and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Game Is Murder - Hazell Ward

Murder in the Maze" is a classic mystery novel that immerses readers in a labyrinthine tale of intrigue, murder, and meticulous investigation. set against the backdrop of a complex and puzzling crime, the narrative unfolds with suspenseful twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the truth is revealed. Central to the storyline is the murder itself, a heinous act that sets the stage for the unfolding drama. The novel opens with the discovery of a body, sparking a chain of events that thrusts the characters into a web of suspicion, secrets, and hidden motives. The murder serves as the catalyst for the plot, driving the protagonist—a detective or amateur sleuth—to embark on a relentless quest for justice and truth. The investigation itself is a meticulous journey of discovery, as the protagonist navigates through the maze of clues and red herrings. From forensic evidence to witness testimonies, each piece of information contributes to the unfolding narrative, leading closer to uncovering the identity of the perpetrator and the motive behind the crime. The process of investigation is portrayed with realism and attention to detail, capturing the challenges and breakthroughs that characterize solving a complex murder case. In ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder in the maze (Edition2024) - J J Connington

*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*''VERY funny'' Jennie Godfrey''Smart, twisty, and original'' Heat''Terrific'' J. M. Hall''Superb'' Glamour ''Wildly original'' Elly Griffiths''Delightfully refreshing'' Daily MailFRANCES ALWAYS SAID SHE''D BE MURDERED. SHE WAS RIGHT. In 1965, Frances Adams was told by a fortune teller that one day she''d be murdered. Frances spent the next sixty years trying to prevent the crime that would be her eventual demise. Of course, no one took her seriously - until she was dead. For Frances, being the village busybody was a form of insurance. She''d spent a lifetime compiling dirt on every person she met, just in case they might turn out to be her killer. In the heart of her sprawling country estate lies an eccentric library of detective work, where the right person could step in and use her findings to solve her murder. When her great-niece Annie arrives from London and discovers that Frances'' worst fear has come true, Annie is thrust into her great-aunt''s last act of revenge against her sceptical friends and family. Frances'' will stipulates that the person who solves her murder will inherit her millions. Can Annie unravel the mystery and find justice for Frances, or will digging up the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako How To Solve Your Own Murder - Kristen Perrin

*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*''VERY funny'' Jennie Godfrey''Smart, twisty, and original'' Heat''Terrific'' J. M. Hall''Superb'' Glamour ''Wildly original'' Elly Griffiths''Delightfully refreshing'' Daily MailFRANCES ALWAYS SAID SHE''D BE MURDERED. SHE WAS RIGHT. In 1965, Frances Adams was told by a fortune teller that one day she''d be murdered. Frances spent the next sixty years trying to prevent the crime that would be her eventual demise. Of course, no one took her seriously - until she was dead. For Frances, being the village busybody was a form of insurance. She''d spent a lifetime compiling dirt on every person she met, just in case they might turn out to be her killer. In the heart of her sprawling country estate lies an eccentric library of detective work, where the right person could step in and use her findings to solve her murder. When her great-niece Annie arrives from London and discovers that Frances'' worst fear has come true, Annie is thrust into her great-aunt''s last act of revenge against her sceptical friends and family. Frances'' will stipulates that the person who solves her murder will inherit her millions. Can Annie unravel the mystery and find justice for Frances, or will digging up the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako How To Solve Your Own Murder - Kristen Perrin

One crime to solve. Over 70 killer conundrums to piece together the clues. A classic murder mystery game in a puzzle book. The first book in the brand-new Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book series.Welcome to the Puzzle Murder Mystery Club: a puzzle book like no other. Dust off your deerstalker and get your pens at the ready as you join the team of amateur sleuths to solve over 70 cryptic puzzles and catch the culprit.Put your logic and reasoning to the test and master the art of deduction as you examine the clues, eliminate the suspects and piece together the evidence to catch the killer in their tracks.Do you have what it takes to make an accusation, and pin down WHO, WHY and HOW? Perfect for fans of Murdle and The Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman.Also available:The Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book: The Perfect PlotThe Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book: A Front Page Crime

Objev podobné jako The Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book: Murder in the Village - Dr Gareth Moore, Laura Jayne Ayres

One crime to solve. Over 70 killer conundrums to piece together the clues. A classic murder mystery game in a puzzle book. The second book in the Murder Mystery Puzzle Club series.The Murder Mystery Puzzle Club is back – and there's another killer on the loose in Wobberley Edge. The timing couldn’t be worse as the village prepares for the arrival of famed crime novelist Verity Winchester. But while the residents are in the thrall of detective fiction, our five amateur sleuths must search for a very real killer – and this time there’s more than one victim. Can you help them piece together the clues in time to stop the murderer in their midst?Put your logic and reasoning to the test and master the art of deduction as you examine hidden clues, eliminate the suspects and piece together the evidence to stop the killer in their tracks. Get ready to join this team of amateur sleuths to solve over 70 puzzles and catch the culprit – or culprits. Do you have what it takes to make an accusation, and pin down WHO, WHY and HOW?Also available:The Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book: Murder in the Village (9781789296839)The Murder Mystery Club ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Murder Mystery Club Puzzle Book: The Perfect Plot - Dr Gareth Moore, Laura Jayne Ayres

THE CRIMES. THE STORIES. THE LAW‘Fascinating’ – Sunday Times‘Masterful’ – Judith Flanders‘A page-turning read'' – Prof. David WilsonTotally gripping and brilliantly told, Murder: The Biography is a gruesome and utterly captivating portrait of the legal history of murder.The stories and the people involved in the history of murder are stranger, darker and more compulsive than any crime fiction. There’s Richard Parker, the cannibalized cabin boy whose death at the hands of his hungry crewmates led the Victorian courts to decisively outlaw a defence of necessity to murder. Dr Percy Bateman, the incompetent GP whose violent disregard for his patient changed the law on manslaughter. Ruth Ellis, the last woman hanged in England in the 1950s, played a crucial role in changes to the law around provocation in murder cases. And Archibald Kinloch, the deranged Scottish aristocrat whose fratricidal frenzy paved the way for the defence of diminished responsibility. These, and many more, are the people – victims, killers, lawyers and judges, who unwittingly shaped the history of that most grisly and storied of laws.Join lawyer and writer Kate Morgan on a dark and macabre journey as she explores the strange stories and mysterious cases that have contributed to UK murder ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder: The Biography - Kate Morgan

LIPSTICK, LIES, AND LETHAL SECRETS - A DAZZLING CRIME THRILLER FOR FANS OF JANICE HALLETT AND TOM HINDLEMeet Misty Divine - your new favourite amateur sleuth!Drag isn't just dramatic. It's deadly... By day, shy hotel accountant Joe hides behind their desk and plays by the rules. By night, Joe takes to the stage as Misty Divine, an upcoming star of the London drag scene. But when Misty’s mentor, Lady Lady, is found dead in her dressing room, Misty finds herself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Because Lady Lady was murdered – and as the only ones with access to her room, Misty and her fellow performers quickly become prime suspects. Heartbroken by the loss, and frustrated by the inaction of the police, Joe is determined to uncover the killer in their midst. But what can they, a mere hotel accountant, possibly do?This is a case for Misty Divine…--CRITICS ARE GAGGED BY MURDER IN THE DRESSING ROOM:'A gloriously fun murder mystery...with red herrings and twists that will keep you guessing until the end. Misty Divine is the star of the show!' C.L. MILLER'Smart and sassy, a sequin-studded murder mystery with blood on the runway...detective fiction has never been ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder in the Dressing Room - Holly Stars

In this delightfully funny and heartfelt new novel from the author of the “bittersweet page-turner” (The New York Times) The Last Book Party, an American woman travels to the English countryside when she discovers tickets her late mother had purchased for a murder mystery simulation in a small British town.When thirty-four-year-old Cath loses her mostly absentee mother, she is ambivalent. With days of quiet, unassuming routine in Buffalo, New York, Cath consciously avoids the impulsive, thrill-seeking lifestyle that her mother once led. But when she’s forced to go through her mother’s things one afternoon, Cath is perplexed to find tickets for an upcoming “murder week” in England’s Peak District: a whole town has come together to stage a fake murder mystery to attract tourism to their quaint hamlet. Baffled but helplessly intrigued by her mother’s secret purchase, Cath decides to go on the trip herself—and begins a journey she never could have anticipated. Teaming up with her two cottage-mates, both ardent mystery lovers—Wyatt Green, forty, who works unhappily in his husband’s birding store, and Amity Clark, fifty, a divorced romance writer struggling with her novels—Cath sets about solving the “crime” and begins to unravel shocking truths about her mother along ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Welcome to Murder Week - Karen Dukess