Thus Was Adonis Murdered
Thus Was Adonis Murdered by Sarah Caudwell is a mystery novel published by Random House Publishing Group on June 1, 1994. This edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English. The story follows young barrister Julia Larwood, who, while on holiday in Venice, becomes embroiled in a murder investigation when her personal copy of the Finance Act is discovered near a dead body. As she navigates this unexpected crisis, Julia seeks assistance from her colleagues, including Oxford professor Hilary Tamar, to unravel the complexities surrounding her situation.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and humor as the plot unfolds, revealing layers of deception and unexpected connections. The narrative explores themes of amateur sleuthing and international crime, set against the backdrop of a cozy yet perilous vacation. As Julia and her friends delve deeper into the mystery, they confront not only the implications of the murder but also the potential secrets hidden within their own lives. This engaging tale invites readers to join the investigation and discover the truth behind the murder that disrupts what was meant to be a relaxing getaway.
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A young woman accused of murder while on holiday in Venice enlists a friend to come help her—but once they begin unraveling clues, there’s no telling what else will come to light.
“Sarah Caudwell is one of my very favorite mystery writers.”—A. J. Finn, New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window
His was a body to die for . . .
Set to have a vacation away from her home life and the tax man, young barrister Julia Larwood takes a trip to Italy with her art-loving boyfriend. But when her personal copy of the current Finance Act is found a few meters away from a dead body, Julia finds herself caught up in a complex fight against the Inland Revenue.
Fortunately, she’s able to call on her fellow colleagues who enlist the help of their friend Oxford professor Hilary Tamar. However, all is not what it seems. Could Julia’s boyfriend in fact be an employee of the establishment she has been trying to escape from? And how did her romantic luxurious holiday end in murder?
Don’t miss any of Sarah Caudwell’s riveting Hilary Tamar mysteries:
THUS WAS ADONIS MURDERED • THE SHORTEST WAY TO HADES • THE SIRENS SANG OF MURDER • THE SIBYL IN HER GRAVE
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