Murder by Candlelight
Ten Classic Crime Stories for Winter
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Profile Books Ltd
Published:7th Nov '24
Should be back in stock very soon
This collection features ten classic crime stories, including Murder by Candlelight, blending festive cheer with dark motives and chilling twists.
In Murder by Candlelight, readers are invited into a world where the festive season takes a dark turn. This collection features ten classic stories that intertwine mystery and malice, each crafted by some of the most esteemed writers in the crime genre. From the chilling premise of poisoned mince pies to an eerie ghost story that unfolds on Christmas Eve, the narratives are designed to captivate and unsettle. The atmosphere is thick with tension as the characters navigate locked-room puzzles and sinister secrets, all while the winter night envelops them.
As the old year fades away, the stories within Murder by Candlelight explore the juxtaposition of holiday cheer and the lurking shadows of danger. The festive mood is cleverly contrasted with motives of murder, creating an intricate tapestry of suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Each tale is a reminder that just beyond the warmth of the firelight, darker forces are always at play.
The collection promises to baffle the mind and chill the blood, making it an ideal read for those who enjoy a touch of the macabre during the holiday season. With its rich storytelling and masterful twists, Murder by Candlelight is sure to become a staple for fans of classic crime fiction, providing an unforgettable experience as the nights grow longer and the mysteries deepen.
With Cecily Gayford in charge, we are on safe ground * Daily Mail *
Each of these ten killer tales combines a wintry atmosphere with a plot guaranteed to produce shocks or shivers * The Times *
Praise for the Vintage Murder series:- Looking forward to Christmas? [The Vintage Murder series] is a fine way to start it. It's a cracker -- Amy Myers
An excellent collection of short stories by ten top-class writers -- Marcel Berlins * The Times Books of the Year *
Perfect for a quick fix of golden-age crime ... this collection of short winter chills is well worth reading by candlelight before turning in on Christmas Eve -- Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal and The Twyford Code * The Sunday Times *
Short, clever and puzzling murder tales test the brains of the most avid crime reader ... delectable -- Sarah Morgan * On Magazine *
ISBN: 9781805222552
Dimensions: 208mm x 134mm x 24mm
Weight: 181g
224 pages
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