Invitation to a Killer
Invitation to a Killer by G. M. Malliet is a mystery novel published by Severn House on August 31, 2023. This edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English. The story follows crime writer Augusta Hawke, who becomes embroiled in a second mystery when a celebrity doctor is found dead at a dinner party she attends. Initially thought to have died of a heart attack, Augusta’s suspicions are piqued when she learns about a mysterious woman connected to the doctor’s remains.
As Augusta decides to host a writers’ retreat to gather all the suspects, the situation intensifies when a snowstorm traps them at a remote lodge. The atmosphere grows tense as the group, comprised mainly of individuals linked to writing, begins to unravel under the pressure. With the threat of further violence looming, Augusta must navigate the complexities of the case to uncover the truth and prevent more harm. This book delves into themes of mystery and detective work, featuring elements of private investigation and women sleuths.
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Crime writer turned sleuth, Augusta Hawke finds herself drawn into her second mystery when a celebrity doctor is found dead at a party she is attending!
Callie Moore is no ordinary aspiring writer. Notorious wife of a Washington lobbyist, Callie believes no publicity is bad publicity and that publishing her scandalous memoirs will help her achieve her heart’s desire: a diplomatic posting. She just needs crime novelist Augusta Hawke to be her ghostwriter.
It’s hard to say no to Callie, but Augusta does agree to attend her dinner party. The guest list is impressive, and it’s Augusta’s chance to meet celebrity doctor Doc Burke. But before Augusta really gets a chance to chat with the famous humanitarian, the evening ends in his untimely death.
Signs point to a heart attack, but Augusta isn’t convinced. Especially when his niece tells Augusta about the mystery woman who claimed the doctor’s remains.
Augusta decides to host a writers’ retreat and invite all the suspects, most of whom are connected in some way with writing. Isn’t that what Agatha Christie would do? But the remote lodge soon becomes snowed in and the group starts to crack when it becomes clear the killer may not be finished killing. Can Augusta flush out the culprit before anyone else gets hurt?
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