A Murder at Balmoral
A Murder at Balmoral by Chris McGeorge is a mystery novel published by Penguin on October 25, 2022. This 384-page book is written in English and presents a locked-room mystery set against the backdrop of a royal family gathering at Balmoral Castle during Christmas. The story unfolds when King Eric drops dead after announcing his successor, leading to the revelation that he has been poisoned. With the killer among the family members, the head chef, Jonathan, takes on the role of detective to uncover the truth behind the murder.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and familial tension as Jonathan navigates the complexities of royal dynamics while trying to solve the crime. The narrative explores themes of motive and opportunity within the context of a cozy holiday setting, all while maintaining an air of suspense. As the blizzard rages outside, the castle becomes a microcosm of secrets and deception, challenging Jonathan to expose the murderer before he becomes the next victim. This edition invites fans of mystery and detective fiction to engage with a story that promises to keep them guessing until the final reveal.
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The Crown meets Clue in this delightful locked-room mystery, sure to charm Agatha Christie fans and keep readers guessing to the end.
The king is dead. The killer is in the family. Solving this murder will be a royal pain.
The royal family has gathered at their Scottish retreat, Balmoral Castle, for a traditional Christmas. As a blizzard gathers outside and a delicious dinner is prepared, the family circles up for a holiday toast. King Eric has something momentous to say—in fact, he is about to name his successor. But as he raises a glass of his favorite whiskey, he drops dead.
The king has been poisoned, someone in the family must have done it, and each one of them had opportunity and motive. Eric’s beloved head chef, Jonathan, must now play detective. Why would one of the king’s own family members want to kill him, and how did they do it? What happens in the castle usually stays in the castle, but this secret might be too big for these battlements. Jon is determined to expose the truth, even if it puts him in a killer’s crosshairs—and shakes the entire monarchy to its core.
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