The Crystal Crypt
The Crystal Crypt by Fiona Veitch Smith is a new addition to the Poppy Denby Investigates series, published by Lion Hudson PLC on November 19, 2021. This 336-page novel follows the adventures of reporter sleuth Poppy Denby as she delves into the mysterious death of a female scientist in an Oxford laboratory known as the Crystal Crypt. While the official verdict suggests a tragic accident, Poppy’s investigation reveals complexities that challenge this conclusion.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and detective elements as Poppy navigates the intricacies of the case, including the questionable background of a key witness. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the 1920s, highlighting the era’s distinctive atmosphere. As Poppy becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue, she faces threats to her own safety, making for a suspenseful exploration of both crime and romance within this historical context.
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‘A gloriously readable slice of historical crime fiction featuring a charismatic amateur sleuth.’ Liz Robinson, LoveReading
The 1920s most stylish sleuth returns in The Crystal Crypt for another thrilling murder mystery!
“But accidents can still happen… Perhaps there was something out of her control, something she couldn’t have foreseen…”
“Like someone plotting to kill her?”
Reporter sleuth Poppy Denby is asked to investigate the mysterious death of an up-and-coming female scientist in an Oxford laboratory known as the Crystal Crypt. The official verdict is that Dr June Leighton died in a tragic accident, but Dr Leighton’s lab assistant believes it was murder. However, when Poppy discovers that the colleague has spent time in a mental institution and has an unresolved murder in her own past, Poppy wonders if she is being misled. But then, another female academic is attacked, and Poppy herself becomes a target.
‘The latest instalment in the Poppy Denby Investigates series is another cracking piece of historical crime fiction by Fiona Veitch Smith. The author’s enthusiasm for the 1920s really shines through and her in-depth knowledge of the period ensures that the settings and dialogue ring true.’ Erin Brittan, Crime Fiction Lover
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