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Who Killed Father Christmas? : And Other Seasonal Mysteries
101,00 kr
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Description
In Who Killed Father Christmas? And Other Seasonal Mysteries, this new anthology invites readers into a festive world filled with intrigue and suspense. This compelling collection of short stories artfully weaves together the spirit of the season with the thrill of mystery, highlighting the darker side of holiday cheer.
The Plot
Each tale unravels a unique mystery, from the enigmatic death of Father Christmas to other chilling enigmas that unfold during the winter months. The stories blend traditional elements of the whodunit genre with seasonal motifs. Each puzzle is set to muddle, befuddle, surprise and delight the classic crime fiction fan.
Themes
At its core, this collection sets the joy of the season against the darker motives that drive classic crime fiction.
Writing Style
The stories are both
“Edwards’ fifth collection of 20th-century Christmas mysteries inevitably includes fewer familiar names and more discoveries.” – Kirkus Reviews
In Who Killed Father Christmas?, this British Library Crime Classics anthology proves that the season of goodwill can hide secrets that are as dark as a winter's night.
Book details
- Author
- Martin Edwards
- Publisher
- British Library Publishing
- Publication date
- Format
- Paperback / softback
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN-13
- 9780712354783
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Cosy Crime
- Dimensions
- 130 × 191 × 24 mm
- Weight
- 240 g
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