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The Christmas Jigsaw Murders

The new deliciously dark Christmas cracker from the bestselling author of Murder on the Christmas Express

Alexandra Benedict author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Simon & Schuster Ltd

Published:9th Nov '23

Should be back in stock very soon

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A mysterious puzzle leads Edie O'Sullivan into a deadly game. In The Christmas Jigsaw Murders, she must solve clues to prevent a Christmas tragedy.

In The Christmas Jigsaw Murders, readers are drawn into a gripping contemporary murder mystery that blends the cleverness of classic whodunits with a modern twist. Set against the backdrop of the festive season, the story begins on December 19th when Edie O’Sullivan, a reclusive puzzle setter, receives a mysterious jigsaw puzzle. As she pieces together the fragments, she uncovers a chilling message threatening that multiple lives will be lost by Christmas Eve unless she can decipher the clues. The stakes are raised as the ominous signature, 'Rest In Pieces,' hints at a sinister game unfolding.

As Edie teams up with her nephew, Detective Inspector Sean Brand-O’Sullivan, the tension escalates with each new revelation. Their investigation takes a perilous turn when a man is discovered near death, clutching a jigsaw piece, leading Sean to worry for Edie's safety and attempt to exclude her from the case. However, with the body count increasing, Edie realizes that she possesses the unique skills to solve the killer's puzzle, compelling her to take matters into her own hands.

The narrative expertly weaves together suspense and intrigue, culminating in a thrilling race against time. Only by fitting the pieces together can Edie hope to thwart the killer’s deadly plan and confront her own haunting past. The Christmas Jigsaw Murders is a captivating tale that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

‘It's Agatha Christie on acid, deliciously nasty and fun’ Daily Mail

‘Has all the ingredients of a barnstorming festive hit . . . fun and diverting’ Observer

‘An intricate mystery for puzzle – and crime – fans’ Best

‘Gripping’ My Weekly

ISBN: 9781398525375

Dimensions: 234mm x 153mm x 25mm

Weight: unknown

352 pages