The Masked Ball Murder

Author : Magda Alexander
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1943321175

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Murder at the Masked Ball by Magda Alexander Pdf

Amateur sleuth Kitty Worthington once more investigates when a noble lord plummets to his death, and a dear friend is suspected of murder. Can she catch the killer before her friend swings from the wrong end of a rope?London. 1923. When an invitation arrives to the Duchess of Brightwell's Midsummer Masked Ball, Kitty Worthingtondoes not even think of declining. Not with a mother on the hunt for a noble husband for her. But no sooner does she curtsy to her hostess at the ball than tragedy strikes. A very dead earl is found at the bottom of a staircase, and it's clearly the work of foul play.Having proven himself a dab hand at dealing with the nobility, Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Robert Crawford is soon asked to investigate. In no time at all he hones in on Lord Newcastle, a friend of Kitty who'd earlier pummeled the earl for sorely abusing his wife.Afraid her friend may wrongfully pay with his life, Kitty once more organizes her ace team, including her maid, two noble lords, a beloved sister, a lady, and Sir Winston, her still flatulent Bassett Hound. From the seediest parts of London to the fancy mansions of Mayfair, they fearlessly pursue the truth. For if they fail to find the killer, their dear friend may dance one last jig from the end of a rope.Murder at the Masked Ball, the third book in The Kitty Worthington Mysteries, is another frolicking, historical cozy mystery filled with quirky suspects, a wicked villain, and an intrepid heroine sure to win your heart. For lovers of Agatha Christie and Downton Abbey alike.

Author : Margaret Addison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1700150863

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Murder at the Masquerade Ball by Margaret Addison Pdf

Author : Eric Weiner,A. E. Parker
Publisher : Scholastic Paperbacks
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Clue (Game)
ISBN : 0590456334

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Mystery at the Masked Ball by Eric Weiner,A. E. Parker Pdf

Miss Scarlet, Mr. Greene, Colonel Mustard, Mrs. Peacock, Professor Plum, and Mrs. White gather once again for entertainment and mystery. Original.

Author : Agatha Christie
Publisher : Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2023-11-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : PKEY:SMP2200000108968

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The Affair at the Victory Ball by Agatha Christie Pdf

"The Affair at the Victory Ball" unfolds as an enthralling short story within Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series. In this intriguing narrative, the fastidious Belgian detective Hercule Poirot attends the glamorous Victory Ball, only to find himself entangled in a perplexing mystery when a murder takes place during the festivities. As Poirot navigates the opulent world of high society and investigates the elaborate masquerade, readers are treated to a captivating blend of Christie's signature wit, meticulous plotting, and clever deductive reasoning. The narrative weaves a tapestry of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. "The Affair at the Victory Ball" stands as a testament to Agatha Christie's ability to craft compelling short mysteries. With Poirot's brilliant insights and the author's knack for suspense, this story provides enthusiasts with another delightful opportunity to unravel a captivating mystery in a condensed and elegant setting.

Author : Kathleen Bridge
Publisher : Lyrical Press
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781516105229

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Murder by the Sea by Kathleen Bridge Pdf

When a murderer crashes a masquerade ball, it's up to Liz to unmask the killer . . . It's been quite a year for novelist Liz Holt. She's overcome a lot and is finally feeling at peace with her new life at her family's hotel, the Indialantic by the Sea, on the beautiful barrier island of Melbourne Beach, Florida. She's exactly where she needs to be to ring in the New Year at the Florida Writes Literary Masquerade Ball. But when her ex-boyfriend surprises her at the ball, she can't disguise her anger, and the two engage in a very public argument. Naturally, after her ex is found dead on the hotel grounds, shot through the heart, Liz tops the suspect list. With the help of family and friends, she needs to clear her name before the real killer waltzes away scot-free . . . Recipes included! Praise for Kathleen Bridge “A delightful sneak peek into life in the Hamptons, with intricate plotting and a likeable, down-to-earth protagonist. A promising start to a promising series.” —Suspense Magazine on Better Homes and Corpses “The descriptions of furniture and other antiques, as well as juicy tidbits on the Hamptons, make for entertaining reading for those who enjoy both antiques and lifestyles of the rich and famous.” —Booklist on Better Homes and Corpses “An excellent read.” —RT Book Reviews on Hearse and Gardens “Ghostal Living is a marvelously entertaining tale of revenge, murder, quirky characters—and disappearing books! With a clever protagonist, wonderful details of life in the Hamptons, and plot twists on top of plot twists, Kathleen Bridge will have mystery readers clamoring for more.” —Kate Carlisle, New York Times bestselling author

Author : Ruth Ware
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781501151859

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The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware Pdf

Nearly three million copies of Ruth Ware’s books sold worldwide. The highly anticipated fourth novel from Ruth Ware, The Globe and Mail and New York Times bestselling author of the In a Dark, Dark Wood, The Woman in Cabin 10, and The Lying Game. Harriet Westaway—better known as Hal—makes ends meet as a tarot reader, but she doesn’t believe in the power of her trade. On a day that begins like any other, she receives a mysterious and unexpected letter bequeathing her a substantial inheritance. She realizes quickly that the letter was sent to the wrong person—but she also knows that she can use her cold-reading skills to potentially claim the money. Hal attends the funeral of the deceased and meets the family...but it dawns on her that there is something very, very wrong about this strange situation and that the inheritance is at the center of it. Full of spellbinding menace and told in Ruth Ware’s signature suspenseful style, this is an unputdownable thriller from the Agatha Christie of our time.

Author : Josh Lanyon
Publisher : JustJoshin Publishing, Inc.
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781945802652

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Mystery at the Masquerade: An M/M Cozy Mystery by Josh Lanyon Pdf

Love is in the Salt Sea Air--and So is Murder! Ellery Page, aspiring screenwriter, reigning Scrabble champion, and occasionally clueless owner of the village's only mystery bookstore, the Crow’s Nest, is both flattered and bemused when he’s invited to the annual Marauder’s Masquerade, the best and biggest social event of the season in the quaint seaside village of Pirate’s Cove, Rhode Island. The event is hosted by the wealthy Marguerite Bloodworth-Ainsley—a descendant of the famed pirate Tom Blood. Ellery doesn’t even know Mrs. Bloodworth-Ainsley—nor, it turns out—does Mrs. Bloodworth-Ainsley know him. But Marguerite’s son, Julian wants to know Ellery. Julian, handsome, rich and engaging, is a huge mystery buff. In fact, he’s bought quite a few books at the Crow’s Nest bookstore, but never quite worked up the nerve to ask Ellery out. As his relationship with Police Chief Carson seems to be dead in the water, Ellery is grateful for a little flattering attention from the village’s most eligible bachelor, but any hopes of romance hit the shoals when Julian is accused of murdering his mother’s unlikable second husband during the Masquerade's annual ghost hunt in the family’s spooky cemetery.

Author : Ashley Weaver
Publisher : Minotaur Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466846548

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Death Wears a Mask by Ashley Weaver Pdf

Edgar Award-shortlisted author Ashley Weaver returns with Death Wears a Mask, the witty and stylish next installment in the delightful 1930s Amory Ames mystery series “Amory Ames and her rakish husband Milo might just be the new Nick and Nora Charles.” —Deborah Crombie It was amazing, really, what murder had done for my marriage . . . Following the murderous events at the Brightwell Hotel, Amory Ames is looking forward to a tranquil period of reconnecting with her reformed playboy husband, Milo. She hopes a quiet stay at their London flat will help mend their relationship. However, Amory soon finds herself drawn into another investigation when an old friend of her mother’s asks her to look into the disappearance of valuable jewelry snatched at a dinner party. Amory agrees to help lay a trap to catch the culprit at a lavish masked ball. But when one of the illustrious party guests is murdered, she is pulled back into the world of detection, caught up in both a mystery and a set of romantic entanglements where nothing is as it seems. Also out now in the Amory Ames mysteries: Murder at the Brightwell and A Most Novel Revenge

Author : Gardar Sahlberg
Publisher : Macdonald and Jane's
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Sweden
ISBN : 0356035905

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Murder at the Masked Ball by Gardar Sahlberg Pdf

Author : Neil Richards,Matthew Costello
Publisher : Red Dog Press
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 191333113X

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Murder Wore A Mask by Neil Richards,Matthew Costello Pdf

Sussex, England. 1929. The Masked Ball at Mydworth Manor is a highlight of the season - locals mingle with the famous from London. But the lavish party comes to an end when one of the guests is found dead, down by the lake. It seems it's a clear case of a heart attack. But Harry and Kat suspect murder, and the killer's work is not done...

Author : Ruth Ware
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-08-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781982143411

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The Lying Game by Ruth Ware Pdf

From the New York Times bestselling author of the “twisty-mystery” (Vulture) novel In a Dark, Dark Wood, The Woman in Cabin 10, and The Turn of the Key comes Ruth Ware’s The Lying Game. Isa Wilde knows something terrible has happened when she receives a text from an old friend. Why would Kate summon her and their two friends to the seaside town where they briefly attended the Salten House boarding school together seventeen years ago? The four friends had quickly bonded over the Lying Game—a risky contest that involved tricking fellow boarders and faculty with their lies. Now reunited, Isa, Kate, Thea, and Fatima discover that their past lies had far-reaching effects and criminal implications that threaten them all. In order to protect their reputations, and their friendship, they must uncover the truth about what really happened all those years ago. Atmospheric and twisty, with just the right amount of chill, The Lying Game will have readers at the edge of their seats, not knowing who can be trusted in this tangled web of lies.

Author : Gardar Sahlberg,Paul Britten Austin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:164673007

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Murder at the masked ball (Den aristokratiska ligan, engl.) The assassination of Gustav III of Sweden by Gardar Sahlberg,Paul Britten Austin Pdf

Author : Edgar Allan Poe
Publisher : SAMPI Books
Page : 21 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2024-01-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9786561330183

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The Masque of the Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe Pdf

In Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death", Prince Prospero isolates himself and his wealthy guests to avoid a deadly plague. Despite his efforts to escape death, it invades his masked ball, proving that no one can escape fate.

Author : Neil Richards,Matthew Costello
Publisher : Red Dog Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1913331474

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Murder Wore A Mask by Neil Richards,Matthew Costello Pdf

Sussex, England. 1929. The Masked Ball at Mydworth Manor is a highlight of the season - locals mingle with the famous from London. But the lavish party comes to an end when one of the guests is found dead, down by the lake. It seems it's a clear case of a heart attack. But Harry and Kat suspect murder, and the killer's work is not done...

Author : Shannon Symonds
Publisher : Sweetwater Books
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2022-02
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1462140785

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Murder Has a Ball by Shannon Symonds Pdf

Forget Phantom of the Opera. The Oceanside High Masquerade ball has Esther and Sophie waltzing around clues to solve a murder by the sea