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Skull Beneath the Skin

Skull Beneath the Skin

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Cordelia Gray is hired to protect a beautiful but neurotic actress, Clarissa Lisle, in a production of The Duchess of Malfi. When poison-pen letters appear, Cordelia is trapped in a Gothic castle with a treacherous past and everyone seems to have a motive for sending Clarissa down to hell. The Skull beneath the Skin is a complex mystery that lives up to its predecessor.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2020
Publisher: Faber & Faber


A captivating tale of intrigue and danger unfolds as Cordelia Gray takes on the challenging task of protecting a beautiful but neurotic actress named Clarissa Lisle. As Cordelia delves deeper into the case, she realizes that it poses a threat to her own life, shrouded in mystery and suspense. Clarissa dreams of making a spectacular comeback in a production of "The Duchess of Malfi," to be played in the sinister castle of Ambrose Gorringe on Courcy Island. Cordelia is there to ensure her safety, following the appearance of mysterious poison-pen letters. However, it soon becomes evident that everyone on the island is in danger. Trapped within the Gothic confines of the castle, the treacherous past of the island resurfaces, casting a shadow over every soul. As the plot thickens, motives emerge, and it becomes clear that no one is safe from the clutches of evil. "The Skull beneath the Skin" is a testament to the enduring brilliance of Cordelia Gray, as it unfolds as a complex mystery that surpasses its predecessor, "An Unsuitable Job for a Woman." With its intricate plot, captivating characters, and suspenseful atmosphere, this novel is a must-read for fans of mystery and thriller genres. Prepare to be transported to a world of danger and intrigue as Cordelia Gray unravels the secrets that lie beneath the surface of Courcy Island.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571355754
Edition number: Main

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