A June of Ordinary Murders

A June of Ordinary Murders

Author: Conor Brady

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2015-04-21

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 1250057566

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"First published in Great Britain by New Island Books"--Title page verso.


Little Black Book of Murder

Little Black Book of Murder

Author: Nancy Martin

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-08-06

Total Pages: 413

ISBN-13: 1101614056

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Society columnist Nora Blackbird is thrust into the world of celebrity tabloid gossip when a billionaire buys the farm…. Nora’s assigned to write a profile on billionaire fashion designer Swain Starr, who recently retired to build a high-tech organic farm with his new wife, Zephyr, a former supermodel. But before Nora can get the story, the mogul is murdered. And now her boss wants her to snap up an exclusive on who killed Starr before the cops do. But solving this murder won’t be easy with a family as colorful as Nora’s. Mick, her sort-of husband, is associating with unsavory characters from his past. Her sister Libby is transforming into a stage mom for her diabolical twins. And Emma, the youngest Blackbird, is mysteriously kicked out of the house by Mick. Nora’s home life may be hogging the spotlight, but there’s also a matter of Starr’s missing pig, which just might be the key to solving this mystery and the way Nora can bring home the bacon….


A Little Local Murder

A Little Local Murder

Author: Robert Barnard

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2013-01-15

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1476716242

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Radio Broadwich decides to do a documentary on the small village of Twytching for international broadcast, and the townspeople divide between those who seek the patronage of Mrs. Deborah Withins, arbiter of taste and morals, and those determined to displace her in the cutthroat contest for media recognition. When a rash of poison-pen letters and a murder coincide, quiet inspector George Parrish begins to uncover secrets the leading citizens of Twytching had thought, and fervently hoped, were buried.


A Little Neighborhood Murder

A Little Neighborhood Murder

Author: A. J. Orde

Publisher: Doubleday Books

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9780385260374

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Jason Lynx discovers a bomb in his neighbor's house and finds them shot dead the next day--a strange series of events leading him to investigate murders that may explain his wife's disappearance


MURDER MYSTERY Boxed Set: 25 Thriller Novels & Crime Stories

MURDER MYSTERY Boxed Set: 25 Thriller Novels & Crime Stories

Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-12-15

Total Pages: 2770

ISBN-13:

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This meticulously edited Rinehart-Mysteries collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Miss Cornelia Van Gorder Series: The Circular Staircase The Bat Tish Carberry Series: The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry Three Pirates of Penzance That Awful Night Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions Mind over Motor Like a Wolf on the Fold The Simple Lifers Tish's Spy My Country Tish of Thee— More Tish The Cave on Thundercloud Tish Does Her Bit Salvage Novels: The Man in Lower Ten The Window at the White Cat The Case of Jennie Brice The After House K. Long Live the King! The Amazing Interlude The Breaking Point Short Stories: Locked Doors Sight Unseen The Confession The Valley of Oblivion Kings, Queens, and Pawns – Autobiography


A Portrait of Murder

A Portrait of Murder

Author: D.E. Gilmore

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2011-05-16

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 1462859364

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A murder mystery began during the 1870’s in old west Nevada. From the gold rush of Virginia City to the railroad town of Elko, a legend has developed involving lost treasure and cold blooded murder. The descendents of the gold rush tycoon involved in the legend go to modern Elko to solve the mystery of the murder and the lost treasure. One by one, the descendents are themselves murdered, mystifying and frustrating police investigators. Is a serial killer loose in Elko? Is someone targeting the family or simply trying to prevent others from finding the treasure?


The Mysterious Romance of Murder

The Mysterious Romance of Murder

Author: David Lehman

Publisher: Cornell University Press

Published: 2022-05-15

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 1501763644

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From Sherlock Holmes to Sam Spade; Nick and Nora Charles to Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin; Harry Lime to Gilda, Madeleine Elster, and other femmes fatales—crime and crime solving in fiction and film captivate us. Why do we keep returning to Agatha Christie's ingenious puzzles and Raymond Chandler's hard-boiled murder mysteries? What do spy thrillers teach us, and what accounts for the renewed popularity of morally ambiguous noirs? In The Mysterious Romance of Murder, the poet and critic David Lehman explores a wide variety of outstanding books and movies—some famous (The Maltese Falcon, Double Indemnity), some known mainly to aficionados—with style, wit, and passion. Lehman revisits the smoke-filled jazz clubs from the classic noir films of the 1940s, the iconic set pieces that defined Hitchcock's America, the interwar intrigue of Eric Ambler's best fictions, and the intensity of attraction between Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, Robert Mitchum and Jane Greer, Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. He also considers the evocative elements of noir—cigarettes, cocktails, wisecracks, and jazz standards—and offers five original noir poems (including a pantoum inspired by the 1944 film Laura) and ironic astrological profiles of Barbara Stanwyck, Marlene Dietrich, and Graham Greene. Written by a connoisseur with an uncanny feel for the language and mood of mystery, espionage, and noir, The Mysterious Romance of Murder will delight fans of the genre and newcomers alike.


MARY ROBERTS RINEHART Ultimate Collection: Murder Mysteries, Thriller Novels, Travel Books, Essays & Autobiography

MARY ROBERTS RINEHART Ultimate Collection: Murder Mysteries, Thriller Novels, Travel Books, Essays & Autobiography

Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-17

Total Pages: 4452

ISBN-13:

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Mary Roberts Rinehart's 'MARY ROBERTS RINEHART Ultimate Collection' is a comprehensive compilation of her diverse literary works, showcasing her talent for writing gripping murder mysteries, thrilling novels, insightful travel books, thought-provoking essays, and personal reflections in her autobiography. Rinehart's writing style is characterized by its intricate plots, well-developed characters, and suspenseful storytelling which have made her a prominent figure in the mystery genre, often compared to Agatha Christie. This collection provides readers with a deep dive into Rinehart's versatile writing abilities and offers a glimpse into the social and cultural contexts of the time in which she wrote. Through her works, Rinehart delves into the complexities of human nature, moral dilemmas, and the darker aspects of society, keeping readers engaged from start to finish. Mary Roberts Rinehart, a trailblazing female author of the early 20th century, drew inspiration for her stories from her own experiences as a nurse and war correspondent during World War I. Her keen observations of human behavior and her ability to craft compelling narratives have solidified her reputation as a master of the mystery genre. Rinehart's unique perspective and storytelling prowess continue to captivate audiences worldwide, making her a timeless literary figure. I recommend 'MARY ROBERTS RINEHART Ultimate Collection' to readers who appreciate classic mystery novels, engaging thrillers, and thought-provoking essays. This comprehensive anthology not only showcases Rinehart's impressive body of work but also offers a glimpse into the mind of a pioneering female author whose influence on the mystery genre is undeniable.


Media and the Murderer

Media and the Murderer

Author: Rebecca Frost

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2020-08-18

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1476641439

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Some criminals become household names, while others--even those who seek recognition through their crimes--are forgotten. The criminal's actions are only a part of every famous true crime story. Other factors, such as the setting and circumstances of the crimes and the ways in which others take control of the narrative, ultimately drive their notoriety. Through a comparison of the tellings and retellings of two famous cases more than a century apart--the Jack the Ripper killings in 1888, and the murder trials of Steven Avery as documented in Making a Murderer--this book examines the complicated dynamics of criminal celebrity.