Celina Grace Knihy

When troubled teenager Elodie Duncan's body is found in the river in Abbeyford, the initial assumption is suicide. Detective Sergeant Kate Redman is stunned to learn she met Elodie the night before, introduced by her younger brother Jay. As the investigation unfolds, it's revealed that Elodie was murdered. A gifted musician, she had been associating with questionable individuals and concealing dark secrets. The list of suspects expands, raising critical questions: What is the significance of the painting Elodie modeled for? Who was the man seen with her on the night she died? Is there a link to another student's death at the prestigious music college she attended? As Kate and her partner, Detective Sergeant Mark Olbeck, delve deeper into the mystery, the case's sinister undercurrents threaten those Kate cares about most. This gripping tale from crime writer Celina Grace, known for her engaging narratives, has garnered praise for its compelling characters and intricate plot. Readers have described it as a page-turner that keeps them hooked, blending mystery with character development. Many have found it hard to put down, highlighting its captivating storytelling and the author's ability to deliver a satisfying mystery without unnecessary details.

A mansion, a title and marriage to a wealthy Lord – Lady Eveline Cartwright has it all. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to prevent her being bludgeoned to death one night in the study of Merisham Lodge, the family’s country estate in Derbyshire. Suspicion quickly falls on her ne’er-do-well son, Peter, but not everyone in the household is convinced of his guilt. Head kitchen maid Joan Hart and lady’s maid, Verity Hunter, know that when it comes to a crime, all is not always as it seems. With suspicions and motives thick on the ground, Joan and Verity must use all the wit and courage they possess to expose a deadly murderer who will stop at nothing to achieve their aim… Murder at Merisham Lodge is the first in a new series of historical mysteries, Miss Hart and Miss Hunter Investigate, set in the 1930s. The author, Celina Grace, is the creator of the bestselling The Kate Redman Mysteries and The Asharton Manor Mysteries, as well as several standalone thrillers.