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Murder in a Heatwave

Classic Crime Mysteries for the Holidays
By Various
Series: Vintage Murders
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The book 'Murder in a Heatwave' is a gripping crime anthology featuring diverse stories penned by various authors. Set against a backdrop of sweltering summer heat, each tale explores baffling mysteries and sinister deeds that unfold during a scorching heatwave. With a mix of suspense, intrigue, and clever twists, this collection keeps readers engaged through its skillful blend of chilling atmospheres and captivating plots.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping tales of suspense crafted by multiple talented authors. Set against the intense backdrop of a sweltering summer, it interweaves mystery and intrigue in a way that keeps you guessing until the end. Perfect for fans of crime and thriller stories looking for a diverse range of narratives.

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Murder in a Heatwave

Murder never takes a break

Murder never takes a break

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As the days get longer, escape your troubles and take a trip to the desperately hot towns where nightfall lingers and a sun-drenched picnic can end in panic. No matter how murderously high the temperatures rise, these stories will chill you to the bone. So grab a cool drink and step into the shade ... if you dare.

Murder in a Heatwave features terrifying tales of summertime murder and mayhem from Dorothy L. Sayers, Arthur Conan Doyle, Carter Dickson, Michael Innes, Baroness Orczy, Margery Allingham, Ian Rankin, Julian Symons, Ethel Lina White and Rex Stout.

Series: Vintage Murders

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Murder in a Heatwave is well-regarded as a safe choice under the guidance of Cecily Gayford. Critics commend it for being the perfect beach read, offering chilling tales to enjoy under the sun. The collection features excellent short stories by ten distinguished writers, providing a satisfying dose of classic crime narratives.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800817746

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Books Ltd

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Edited by Cecily Gayford

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 206g

Pages: 256

Collections

Cosy Crime Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Series: Vintage Murders Various

About the Author

Cecily Gayford studied English at the University of Oxford, where she wrote her thesis on the 'Golden Age' detective stories of the 1930s and 1940s. Now a Publishing Director, she has worked at Profile Books for ten years.

Murder in a Heatwave includes classic stories from well loved authors such as Dorothy L. Sayers, Arthur Conan Doyle, Margery Allingham, Ian Rankin and many more.

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