Poplar Falls: The Death of Charlie Baker

In the small city of Poplar Falls, a body is found in a bachelor apartment, tied to a four-post bed with a pillow on its face. Detectives Franklin Dodge and Roxanne Tilley investigate the death of Charlie Baker, a client of the Magnolia Wellness and Rehabilitation Centre. New evidence arises in an unsolved case, the Panty Bandit, and the Naughty Knitters spread gossip. The biggest challenge is the race against the gossip and determining which of Charlie Baker's lovers is guilty of murder.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 212 pages
\n Publication date: 19 March 2019
\n Publisher: Artemesia Publishing
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The small city of Poplar Falls is in a state of shock after discovering a gruesome murder scene in a bachelor apartment. The victim, a promiscuous new guy in town named Charlie Baker, was found tied to a four-post bed with a pillow still on his face, clearly the victim of a bizarre and chilling act of violence. As Detectives Franklin Dodge and Roxanne Tilley delve into the investigation, they uncover a series of strange circumstances surrounding Charlie's death.

Meanwhile, a client of the Magnolia Wellness and Rehabilitation Centre, a facility known for its holistic approach to healing, comes forward with new information related to an unsolved case. The locals refer to the perpetrator of this crime as the Panty Bandit, a notorious thief who specialized in stealing women's undergarments.

As the detectives work to piece together the clues in both cases, they face a daunting challenge: the constant gossip being spread through town by a group of women known as the Naughty Knitters. These ladies, who claim to have insider knowledge of the investigation, are actively spreading rumors and speculation, making it difficult for the detectives to gather accurate information.

With a long list of suspects in the murder case and new developments in the Panty Bandit case, the detectives must work quickly to unravel the truth before the gossip spreads further and jeopardizes their investigation. They rely on the help of the Naughty Knitters, who, despite their questionable motives, provide valuable information and insights into the case.

As the story unfolds, the detectives discover that Charlie's death was not just a random act of violence but was connected to the Panty Bandit case in more ways than they could have imagined. They begin to suspect that one of Charlie's lovers may be the one responsible for his murder, and the Naughty Knitters play a crucial role in helping the detectives narrow down their list of suspects.

In the end, the detectives are able to piece together the evidence and identify the true culprit behind both crimes. The Naughty Knitters, despite their involvement in the gossip, are ultimately proven to be helpful in bringing justice to the victims and restoring peace to the small city of Poplar Falls.

This gripping murder mystery showcases the power of teamwork, perseverance, and the ability of ordinary people to make a difference in the face of adversity. It serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for justice to be served, and that truth can ultimately triumph over gossip and speculation.

\n Weight: 238g\n
Dimension: 213 x 147 x 11 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781932926682\n \n