
Murder on a Midsummer Night
by:
Kerry Greenwood
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1741149991
ISBN 13: 9781741149999
Publication date:
November 3rd, 2008
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 300
In the sweltering heat of 1929 Melbourne, the city is alive with the vibrant energy of summer nights. However, an unsettling darkness hangs over the festivities when a murder disrupts the seasonal revelry. Amidst the backdrop of glamorous parties and social gatherings, the elegant and resourceful detective finds herself drawn into a tangled web of secrets and deceit. As the sun sets and the city's pulse quickens, her keen instincts and unyielding determination are put to the test.
With a cast of intriguing characters, each cloaked in their own mysteries, the narrative unfolds through a witty and incisive lens. Our detective navigates a world of high society, unveiling hidden motives that lie beneath the surface of lavish lifestyles. The heat adds to the tension, and every encounter is laced with the potential for danger and betrayal.
As the case layers itself deeper with each passing day, she must decipher clues while battling the oppressive climate and the relentless march of time. The investigation takes unexpected turns, leading her from opulent mansions to shadowy alleyways, proving that even a midsummer night can hold the most chilling of surprises.
With its rich historical context and captivating detective work, the story immerses readers in a period teetering between elegance and peril. The intricate plot shines a spotlight on the resilience of a woman undeterred by societal constraints, revealing that even in the face of adversity, truth and justice remain within reach.
With a cast of intriguing characters, each cloaked in their own mysteries, the narrative unfolds through a witty and incisive lens. Our detective navigates a world of high society, unveiling hidden motives that lie beneath the surface of lavish lifestyles. The heat adds to the tension, and every encounter is laced with the potential for danger and betrayal.
As the case layers itself deeper with each passing day, she must decipher clues while battling the oppressive climate and the relentless march of time. The investigation takes unexpected turns, leading her from opulent mansions to shadowy alleyways, proving that even a midsummer night can hold the most chilling of surprises.
With its rich historical context and captivating detective work, the story immerses readers in a period teetering between elegance and peril. The intricate plot shines a spotlight on the resilience of a woman undeterred by societal constraints, revealing that even in the face of adversity, truth and justice remain within reach.