From the Murky Deep
From the Murky Deep by Kerry J. Charles is a mystery novel published by Edmund+octavia on February 5, 2015. This edition spans 204 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Detective Nicholas Black as he investigates the suspicious death of a young woman found in full scuba gear, alongside a stolen Vincent van Gogh painting. The case takes a turn when the phone number of Dr. Dulcinea (Dulcie) Chambers, the new director of the Maine Museum of Art, is discovered on the victim’s hand, making her a key figure in the unfolding investigation.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and personal stakes as Dulcie, initially preoccupied with negotiating a museum sale, becomes embroiled in the mystery surrounding the young woman’s death. As she collaborates with Detective Black, the narrative explores both the complexities of the investigation and the evolving dynamics of their relationship. This cozy mystery delves into themes of amateur sleuthing and the challenges faced by women in detective roles, providing a captivating backdrop for the unfolding drama.
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Detective Nicholas Black has cause for concern. He’s investigating the suspicious death of a young woman whose body has just washed on shore in full scuba gear. Normally it would simply be a case of drowning, yet along with this particular body is a stolen Vincent van Gogh painting in a watertight tube. To further complicate matters, the phone number of Dr. Dulcinea (Dulcie) Chambers is written on the dead woman’s hand. As the new director of the Maine Museum of Art, Dulcie is already busy negotiating the sale of one of the museum’s pieces with a wealthy collector. When Dulcie learns that she’s a chief suspect however, she has no choice but to help with the investigation. Dulcie finds herself diving in to solve this mystery as her relationship with Detective Nicholas Black also reaches new depths.
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