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A Lesson in Malice

A gripping, atmospheric murder mystery that will keep you turning the pages

Catherine Kirwan author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Hachette Books Ireland

Published:11th Jan '24

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A lawyer attempts to solve a murder and prove her own innocence in this pacy, atmospheric page-turner

SHE SAID YES TO A DINNER INVITATION. NOW SHE'S A MURDER SUSPECT . . .

'A gripping page-turner' CATHERINE RYAN HOWARD

'Agatha Christie meets John Grisham' SAM BLAKE

'I couldn't put it down' ANDREA MARA

A visit to her old university takes an unexpected turn for solicitor Finn Fitzpatrick when she receives an exclusive invitation. She is far from high profile on the legal scene, so why is she on the guestlist for a select gathering in the College president's private dining room?

Three days later, a body is discovered on College grounds. And, as the police launch their hunt for the killer, everyone who was at dinner that night falls under suspicion. Including Finn.

Soon, she's investigating the murder, unearthing the bitter rivalries and hidden agendas lurking beneath the success of her fellow dinner guests. As the mysteries and revelations pile up, Finn finds herself keeping secrets from those around her - but at what cost?

'A perfect "locked-room-whodunnit' murder mystery that will keep you guessing' Sunday Independent

'A great read' PATRICIA GIBNEY

'A pacy whodunnit' Irish Examiner

ISBN: 9781529381443

Dimensions: 196mm x 126mm x 40mm

Weight: 320g

464 pages