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Death in Daylesford

By Kerry Greenwood
Series: PHRYNE FISHER
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Death in Daylesford by Kerry Greenwood is a captivating addition to the Phryne Fisher series. Set in the picturesque spa town of Daylesford, Phryne and her maid Dot navigate a series of mysterious disappearances and bizarre deaths, blending glamour with grit. As Phryne unravels the town’s secrets, her investigative charm shines, providing readers with intrigue and adventure in the crime and thriller genre.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of elegant and cleverly plotted mysteries sprinkled with a touch of historical charm. Set in the 1920s, it features the indomitable detective with her flair for fashion and fearless pursuit of justice, offering a captivating journey through murder and intrigue in a picturesque setting.

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Death in Daylesford

Surrounded by secrets, great and small, the formidable Miss Phryne Fisher returns to vanquish injustice.

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. . . there is no doubt Phryne is back at her best. The Book Muse

When a mysterious invitation arrives for Miss Phryne Fisher from an unknown Captain Herbert Spencer in Victoria's spa country, Phryne's curiosity is excited.

Phryne accepts Spencer's invitation but from their arrival, she and her loyal maid Dot are thrown into the midst of disturbing Highland gatherings, cases of disappearing women, murder and the mystery of the Temperance Hotel.

Meanwhile, Cec, Bert and Tinker find a young woman floating face down in the harbour. Tinker, with Jane and Ruth, Phryne's resilient adopted daughters, together decide to solve what appears to be a heinous crime.

Disappearances, murder, bombs, booby-traps and strange goings-on land Miss Phryne Fisher right in the middle of her most exciting adventure.

Fans of the sassy Miss Fisher will delight in her latest adventure . . . new readers who like a mix of crime and history will also be hooked. The Courier-Mail

Arch, witty, enchanting. The Weekend Australian

This new book in the beloved series will be a welcome addition to your library. Glam Adelaide

A rich mixture of historical detail, local colour, careful plotting and throwaway wit, as well as Phryne's excellent taste in clothes, alcohol, food and men. Sydney Morning Herald

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Death in Daylesford by Kerry Greenwood is praised for its rich setting and the charm of its 1920s backdrop. The novel delivers an engaging mystery that combines wit and elegance with the beloved character Phryne Fisher taking centre stage. Readers commend the book for its captivating plot, vivid descriptions, and the intriguing mix of glamour and sleuthing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761066375

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 294g

Pages: 336

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Kerry Greenwood Series: PHRYNE FISHER

About the Author

Kerry Greenwood is the author of more than fifty novels, a book of short stories, six non-fiction works, and the editor of two collections of crime writing. Her beloved Phryne Fisher series has become a successful ABC TV series, 'Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries', which sold around the world. She is also the author of the contemporary crime series featuring Corinna Chapman, baker and reluctant investigator. The most recent Corinna Chapman novel was The Spotted Dog. In addition, Kerry is the author of several books for young adults and the Delphic Women series. When not writing, Kerry has been an advocate in magistrates' courts for the Legal Aid Commission and, in the 2020 Australia Day Honours, was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to literature. She is not married, has no children, is the co-warden of a Found Cats' Home and lives with an accredited wizard. In her spare time, she stares blankly out the window.

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