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The Castlemaine Murders

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The Castlemaine Murders is a gripping tale set in 1920s Australia featuring the iconic detective Phryne Fisher. As she investigates a series of mysterious deaths tied to historical artefacts and gold rush-era secrets, Phryne uncovers hidden connections that challenge her ingenuity and courage. This thrilling crime novel blends historical intrigue with sharp wit, ensuring an engaging read for fans of mystery and adventure.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for historical mysteries woven with humour and strong female protagonists. Set in a rich 1920s Australian backdrop, the narrative invites you into a world of intriguing murder cases and charismatic characters, making it a thrilling read for fans of the crime and thriller genre.

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The Castlemaine Murders

In this thirteenth Phryne Fisher mystery, Phryne returns with a flourish to solve the most horrifying crime yet which takes her from a funfair ghost train to an abandoned mine in the old gold fields.

The thirteenth Phryne Fisher murder mystery

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Phryne Fisher is back β€” as smart and sassy as ever.

Phryne Fisher, her sister Beth, and her faithful maid, Dot, decide that Luna Park is the place for an afternoon of fun and excitement with Phryne's two daughters, Ruth and Jane. But in the dusty dark Ghost Train, amidst the squeals of horror and delight, a mummified bullet-studded corpse falls to the ground in front of them. Phryne Fisher's pleasure trip has definitely become business.

Digging to the bottom of this longstanding mystery takes her to the country town of Castlemaine, where it soon becomes obvious that someone is trying to muzzle her investigations. With unknown threatening assailants on her path, Phryne seems headed for more trouble than usual.

Meanwhile, Phryne's lover Lin Chung has his own mystery to solve. Feuding families and lost gold fill his mind until he learns that Phryne herself has become missing treasure.

Greenwood's prose has a dagger in its garter; her hero is raunchy and promiscuous in the best sense. THE WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN

Series: Phryne Fisher Murder Mysteries

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Kerry Greenwood's novel receives praise for its well-developed characters and the charming, intelligent protagonist, Phryne Fisher. The narrative is marked by elegant flair and a delightful sense of adventure, making it a satisfying read for crime and thriller enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781741140743

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2003

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 262g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Kerry Greenwood is the author of more than forty novels, six non-fiction works and the editor of two collections.

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