Just Murdered
Just Murdered by Katherine Kovacic is a mystery novel published by Poisoned Pen Press in 2023, featuring 288 pages in English. Set in 1960, the story follows Peregrine Fisher, the long-lost niece of the renowned Phryne Fisher, who learns of her aunt’s mysterious disappearance in Papua New Guinea. With only a pearl-handled gun and a note as clues, Peregrine travels to Melbourne to claim her inheritance, which includes a seat in the Adventuresses’ Club that she must earn through her own efforts.
Readers will find a narrative filled with amusing characters and a lively pace as Peregrine navigates her new life. The plot thickens when two bodies are discovered at the Astor bridal show, providing her with an opportunity to step into the role of an amateur sleuth. In true Fisher fashion, she challenges societal norms with her distinctive style while outsmarting the police. This edition captures the essence of mystery and historical intrigue, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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“A sprightly pace, amusing characters, and vividly rendered Melbourne…Fans of Kerry Greenwood’s Phryne Fisher will want to check out this one.” –Publishers Weekly
It’s 1960 and Peregrine Fisher, Phyrne’s long-lost niece, is about to get the news of her life.
Phryne’s gone missing in the jungles of Papua New Guinea. Only her pearl handled gun and a note arrive back home. She’s left instruction that say, that should not turn up in six months’ time, a letter must be sent to next of kin.
Peregrine, summons in hand, arrives in Melbourne to Greenwood mansion where she will inherit her aunt’s wealth. Phryne’s seat in the Adventuresses’ Club, on the other hand, must be earned. When two dead bodies turn up at the Astor bridal show, Peregrine gets her chance.
In pure Fisher fashion, she’ll defy social expectation with outlandish style, discover a penchant for investigating, all while running circles around the police.
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