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Death by Matchmaker: A 1920s Nosy Neighbor Murder Mystery

Author : Brittany E. Brinegar

Publisher : Britt Lizz Publishing

Page : 316 pages

File Size : 26,85 MB

Release : 2024-05-24

Category : Fiction

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Enjoy this historical murder mystery from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of humorous whodunits... Playing Cupid can be deadly. Dallas, 1924 The last person anyone expects to meet their demise is Clarissa Braxton, the esteemed matchmaker with a knack for pairing Dallas' rich and famous. But when Clarissa is found stabbed in her opulent home, the city's social scene is thrown into chaos. Against her boss’ orders, fashion-forward detective Penelope van Kessler dives into a world where society's whispers and matchmaking schemes intertwine. As she investigates the secretive lives of Clarissa's closest circle, she discovers a web of romantic entanglements, family discord, and disgruntled clients with hearts scorned. But when Penelope’s top suspects all offer ironclad alibis, she finds herself channeling the deductive prowess of Sherlock Holmes to piece together a puzzle that shatters the police department’s open and shut case. Will the shadowy figure be unmasked before someone else takes a dagger to the heart? Or will trusting her instincts prove to be Penelope’s antidote to heartbreak? ----------------------------------------------- Death by Matchmaker is the third installment in the Heist Society Investigates 1920s cozy mystery series. If you enjoy the glittering world of flappers, secret speakeasies, and glamourous deceit this jazz-age whodunit is for you! Heist Society Investigates Series Order Book 1: Death by Flapper Book 2: Death by Fortune Book 3: Death by Matchmaker Book 4: Death by Railway Book 5: Death by Midnight Book 6: Death by Mistletoe ----------------------------------------------- Fans of Sara Rosett, Lee Strauss, and Benedict Brown will love this American spin on a roaring twenties mystery!



Death by Flapper: A 1920s Locked Door Murder Mystery

Author : Brittany E. Brinegar

Publisher : Britt Lizz Publishing

Page : 272 pages

File Size : 29,52 MB

Release : 2024-02-02

Category : Fiction

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Enjoy this historical murder mystery from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of humorous whodunits... In a sea of bachelors, Penelope's dance card is a clue to murder. Dallas 1924 In the wake of her husband's untimely demise, Penelope Van Keesler is coerced into attending a lavish ball by her meddling mother. With their family's fortune teetering on the edge of extinction, Mother is determined to secure a wealthy match for her daughter. Whether she wants it or not. Dallas high society is crawling with eligible bachelors to save a family fortune. But when Penelope’s dance partner, a national hero pilot, drops dead outside of the speakeasy, she ignores societal norms and sets out to discover whodunit. The pilot’s suspicious death sends shockwaves through Dallas and leaves the police department scratching their heads. Armed with her charm, infectious laughter, and a razor-sharp mind, Penelope ruffles feathers and attempts to solve the puzzling mystery from the shadows. Will Penelope convince the skeptical authorities to accept her aid before the killer vanishes? Or will her stubborn pursuit of justice jeopardize her loved ones and their precarious fortune? ----------------------------------------------- Death by Flapper is the first installment in the Heist Society Investigates 1920s cozy mystery series. If you enjoy the glittering world of flappers, secret speakeasies, and glamourous deceit this jazz-age whodunit is for you! Heist Society Investigates Series Order Book 1: Death by Flapper Book 2: Death by Fortune Book 3: Death by Matchmaker Book 4: Death by Railway Book 5: Death by Midnight Book 6: Death by Mistletoe ----------------------------------------------- Fans of Sara Rosett, Lee Strauss, and Benedict Brown will love this American spin on a roaring twenties mystery!



Death by Midnight: A 1920s Amateur Sleuth Cozy Mystery

Author : Brittany E. Brinegar

Publisher : Britt Lizz Publishing

Page : 302 pages

File Size : 29,25 MB

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When the clock strikes murder, it’s a night to die for. Dallas, 1924 Fashionable detective Penelope van Kessler is working her final case with the Heist Society. They just don’t know it yet. When a friend of her late husband offers her a job as St. Louis’ first female detective, she can't resist the new opportunity. But before Penelope can break the news to the team, Yardley Taft, the owner of her favorite diner, is found murdered at the stroke of midnight, pulling her back in for one last hurrah. With more suspects than tears, his wake is practically a community celebration. Yardley's talent for making enemies leaves Penelope with a murky pool of suspects. As she untangles the web of deceit, she faces a midnight dilemma of her own: take the tempting job offer in St. Louis and leave her family and the Heist Society behind, or stay and finish what she started. Can Penelope beat the ticking clock and unmask a killer? Or will her new job drive a wedge between her and those she cares about most? ----------------------------------------------- Death by Midnight is the fifth installment in the Heist Society Investigates 1920s cozy mystery series. If you enjoy the glittering world of flappers, an adorable poodle sidekick, and glamourous deceit, this jazz-age whodunit is for you! Heist Society Investigates Series Order Book 1: Death by Flapper Book 2: Death by Fortune Book 3: Death by Matchmaker Book 4: Death by Railway Book 5: Death by Midnight Book 6: Death by Mistletoe



Death by Railway: A 1920s Luxury Train Mystery

Author : Brittany E. Brinegar

Publisher : Britt Lizz Publishing

Page : 327 pages

File Size : 18,27 MB

Release : 2024-07-26

Category : Fiction

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Murder on the Royal Rocky Express Autumn, 1924 All aboard the most luxurious train route in the country. No expense is spared to pamper travelers on an enchanting ride through the snow-capped mountains. Penelope van Kessler, a stylish young sleuth, embarks on the trip with a secret agenda - find a thief who has been stealing from passengers. But when a wealthy woman is found murdered in her lush, private compartment, Penelope’s investigation is derailed and rerouted. A U.S. Marshal takes charge and steamrolls the case with his one-track-mind approach. With all the passengers trapped in the one-horse town of River Springs, Colorado, a cunning killer lurks among them. As tensions rise and suspicions swirl, Penelope must rely on her razor-sharp wit and keen insights to unmask the murderer before he strikes again. Will she uncover the truth before the final whistle blows, or will trusting a new ally spell the end of the line for the Heist Society team? ----------------------------------------------- Death by Railway is the fourth installment in the Heist Society Investigates 1920s cozy mystery series. If you enjoy the glittering world of flappers, cross-country trains, an adorable poodle sidekick, and glamourous deceit this jazz-age whodunit is for you! Heist Society Investigates Series Order Book 1: Death by Flapper Book 2: Death by Fortune Book 3: Death by Matchmaker Book 4: Death by Railway Book 5: Death by Midnight Book 6: Death by Mistletoe



A Homicide at Halloween

Author : Emily Queen

Publisher : Willow Hill Books

Page : 173 pages

File Size : 44,57 MB

Release : 2023-09-30

Category : Fiction

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Break a leg is supposed to be just an expression. It’s Halloween, and Rosemary and her friend are headed to a castle in the country to watch someone be murdered! It’s all in good fun, of course; Vera’s theatre troupe is putting on a murder mystery weekend complete with clues, red herrings, and a slew of dramatic performances. For once, Rosemary and Max will have to work together to solve the case—but will their budding relationship survive a homicide at Halloween? Book eleven in The Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates series. Are you ready to escape to the roaring twenties? For fans of Beth Byers, Leighann Dobbs, Lee Strauss, and cozy historical murder mysteries. A light, cozy mystery with no swearing, graphic scenes, or cliffhangers.



The Whole Story

Author : John E. Simkin

Publisher : K. G. Saur

Page : 1228 pages

File Size : 25,44 MB

Release : 1996

Category : Language Arts & Disciplines

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This work is the only comprehensive guide to sequels in English, with over 84,000 works by 12,500 authors in 17,000 sequences.



The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery

Author : B. Murphy

Publisher : Springer

Page : 553 pages

File Size : 17,86 MB

Release : 1999-12-09

Category : Literary Criticism

ISBN : 0230107354

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Bruce Murphy's Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery is a comprehensive guide to the genre of the murder mystery that catalogues thousands of items in a broad range of categories: authors, titles, plots, characters, weapons, methods of killing, movie and theatrical adaptations. What distinguishes this encyclopedia from the others in the field is its critical stance.



New York Magazine

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Page : 92 pages

File Size : 16,69 MB

Release : 1992-09-07

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New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.