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Magpie Murders
by Anthony Horowitz
In the spirit of traditional mysteries, this standout novel is uniquely structured and a true pleasure to read. Horowitz, prolific author and BBC series writer, in Magpie Murders presents a delightful mystery within a mystery complete with intricate puzzles to solve.
The first whodunit story is set in 1950s England. The country village is charming and comes complete with a vicar, a country doctor, tavern, an historic manor house, and a quirky detective. The second whodunit story is set in modern times when an editor must determine whether her star author committed suicide or was murdered. Suspicious deaths abound in both tales.
Horowitz steadily and brilliantly interweaves the two stories. Every character has a motive for murder. The satisfying conclusion ensures that readers will relish these clever double mysteries.
The first whodunit story is set in 1950s England. The country village is charming and comes complete with a vicar, a country doctor, tavern, an historic manor house, and a quirky detective. The second whodunit story is set in modern times when an editor must determine whether her star author committed suicide or was murdered. Suspicious deaths abound in both tales.
Horowitz steadily and brilliantly interweaves the two stories. Every character has a motive for murder. The satisfying conclusion ensures that readers will relish these clever double mysteries.