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Mystery of the Crooked Man
Mystery of the Crooked Man | Tom Spencer
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Fraudulent cozy mystery expert Agatha Dorn is cancelled -- and severely ticked off! -- in this quirky homage to Golden Age detectives, lost manuscripts, and famous authors "Oh how I enjoyed this thoroughly delightful and nasty mystery" - Alice Bell, author of Grave Expectations Meet Agatha Dorn, cantankerous archivist, grammar pedant, gin afficionado and murder mystery addict. When she discovers a lost manuscript by Gladden Green, the Empress of Golden Age detective fiction, Agatha's life takes an unexpected twist. She becomes an overnight sensation, basking in the limelight of literary stardom. But Agatha's newfound fame takes a nosedive when the 'rediscovered' novel is exposed as a hoax. And when her ex-lover turns up dead, with a scrap of the manuscript by her side, Agatha suspects foul play. Cancelled, ostracised and severely ticked off, Agatha turns detective to uncover the sinister truth that connects the murder and the fraudulent manuscript. But can she stay sober long enough to catch the murderer, or will Agatha become a whodunit herself? Don't miss this distinctive, delightfully quirky, English cozy murder mystery featuring an unforgettably spiky protagonist - perfect for fans of The Twyford Code, Magpie Murders, and Yellowface.
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This book is an homage to Agatha Christie and is best suited for fans of her work. The mystery is set in present day, but there are numerous references to Christie's work and life. Once I realized I was never going to like Agatha (the main character), I was able to find respect for her and her determination to find out who murdered her ex. So, while this convoluted tale is not for everyone, I did enjoy it. Thanks to Edelweiss+ for the ARC. 3.25/5