Postscript Murders: a gripping new mystery from the bestselling author of The Stranger Diaries

The Postscript Murders is a gripping murder mystery by the bestselling author of the Dr Ruth Galloway Mysteries. When a ninety-year-old woman with a heart condition is found dead, DS Harbinder Kaur suspects there's more to the story than meets the eye. The carer, Natalka, reveals that Peggy lied about her condition and was a murder consultant who plotted deaths for authors. As DS Harbinder investigates, she is held at gunpoint by a masked figure, and she realizes that there may be no such thing as an unsuspicious death. The novel is a literary mystery for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Agatha Christie, and anyone who has wondered how authors think up such realistic crimes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2021
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

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DS Harbinder Kaur, a diligent detective, encounters a peculiar case when a ninety-year-old woman with a heart condition suddenly passes away. Carer Natalka's account of the death seems straightforward, but Harbinder senses something unsettling. Natalka reveals that Peggy Smith, the deceased, lied about her heart condition and believed she was being followed. Furthermore, Peggy was a murder consultant who plotted deaths for authors and possessed an in-depth knowledge of murder. As Harbinder investigates Peggy's flat, she is held at gunpoint by a masked figure, deepening the mystery.

As the investigation unfolds, Harbinder discovers that Peggy's death is linked to a series of murders that have been occurring in the literary world. The victims were all authors who had written books that portrayed murder in a realistic and compelling manner. Harbinder realizes that Peggy had been using her expertise to assist these authors in creating their fictional crimes, and now it seems that someone is taking the real-life inspiration too far.

Determined to solve the case, Harbinder delves deeper into the world of authors and their intricate relationships. She uncovers a network of secrets and lies that spans across the literary community. As she closes in on the truth, Harbinder faces dangerous challenges and encounters unexpected allies.

The Postscript Murders is a gripping murder mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its witty dialogue, charming characters, and intricate plot, this book is a must-read for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Agatha Christie, and anyone who has ever wondered how authors create such realistic crimes. From the sleepy seaside town of Shoreham to the granite streets of Aberdeen, this novel takes readers on a thrilling journey through the world of literature and murder.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787477650