The Blood Card
The Blood Card by Elly Griffiths, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2017, is a mystery novel that unfolds against the backdrop of Elizabeth II’s coronation. In this third installment of the Magic Men series, the narrative begins with DI Edgar Stephens investigating the death of a local fortuneteller while his friend, magician Max Mephisto, prepares for his television debut. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a connection to the death of their former commander, Colonel Cartwright, prompting a race against time to uncover the truth.
Readers will find a blend of traditional mystery and historical elements as the story progresses, with Edgar traveling to New York in search of a mesmerist who may hold crucial information. Meanwhile, Max’s rehearsals and the looming threat of mass violence add urgency to their investigation. With a page count of 372, this edition presents a captivating narrative that intertwines personal stakes with broader historical events, making it a noteworthy addition to the genre.
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In the third Magic Men mystery, the first partially set in America, a threat of mass violence looms over Elizabeth II’s coronation: Can DI Edgar Stephens and Max Mephisto crack the case and save the crown?
Elizabeth II’s coronation is looming, but DI Edgar Stephens is busy investigating the death of a local fortuneteller. Meanwhile, his old pal, the magician Max Mephisto, is rehearsing for his television debut, a Coronation Day variety show. But upon hearing that their wartime commander, Colonel Cartwright, has been found dead in his flat, the two men join forces to find out what happened.
While Max is stuck in rehearsals, Edgar finds himself heading to New York, hot on the trail of a mesmerist he’s sure has valuable information for them–and his trusty sergeant, Emma, investigates some important leads at home. As the clock ticks down to Coronation Day, the team must scramble to keep Max’s small-screen debut from ending in a dangerously explosive finale.
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