Another helping of the intrepid trio of ladies from The Marlow Murder Club? Yes, please! Death Comes to Marlow (#1,158) by Robert Thorogood serves up a nifty locked room murder.
Sir Peter Bailey is murdered at his own pre-wedding party with all the local nobs and worthies in attendance. He's crushed to death by a massive bookcase in his locked study. Since all the main suspects were in plain view by those attending the lawn party, how could it actually be murder? Leave it to Judith, Suzie and Becks to prove that it was, indeed, murder most foul. But their ally on the police force, Tanika, has been bumped from the case when her superior returns from his sick leave to grab all the glory in this domestic accident.
It's all quite cleverly done, with a cast of flawed characters, witty dialog and plenty of red herrings. If you loved the first installment, you'll feel right at home with Death Comes To Marlow. Set aside an uninterrupted block of time to enjoy this one all in one bite!
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