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Puzzle Me a Murder (An Alice Pepper Lonely Hearts and Puzzle Club Mystery)
by Roz NoonanLibrarian Alice Pepper always had a natural talent for figuring out people and puzzles in the small Oregon town of West Hazel. But as a mystery permeates the quiet Pacific Northwestern community, murder is a challenge she&’s not prepared to solve . . . Down-on-her-luck Alice had hoped to retire before turning sixty-five, not struggle to keep her cozy home and dependable job. But even after divorce leaves her golden years a mess, the pieces always come together with a little help from her friends—a fun-loving crew who thrive on jigsaws over coffee, cocktails, and gossip. So, when it&’s time to defend close confidant Ruby Milliner, she springs into action. Only, in this case, supporting Ruby means proving she didn&’t murder her cheating husband! Ruby never wanted to kill George, although anger can make a person say questionable—and incriminating—things. And scheming, deceitful George made a lot of people angry. Alice, fiercely committed to cracking the crime, dives into a secret search to exonerate Ruby. But slimming down a massive suspect list and restoring peace to West Hazel is a real gamble. Because if successful, Alice will meet a vengeful killer whose game she doesn&’t yet know how to play.
Puzzle Sleuth: Mindbending Murder Puzzle Mysteries [An Interactive Book]
by Paul WestmorelandChoose your path, solve the puzzles, and catch the killer in this collection of three ingenious murder mysteries that challenge middle grade readers with logic problems, visual games, and a Choose Your Own Adventure hook.When Arlo Banks solves a difficult puzzle in The Times, devised by an elderly Oxford professor, he wins a vast fortune. There's just one catch: he has to travel the world and write to the professor about his adventures. But enemies and killers lurk at every turn. From the Orient Express to the Nile River to British spy headquarters, join Arlo as he fights to find answers—and fights for his life!As Arlo Banks, you choose what path to take and what puzzles to answer to solve each mystery. On the trail of a ruthless mafia godfather determined to evade capture...on a pleasure cruise where a passenger's death has a killing effect on the others on board...behind the scenes at British intelligence, where a dangerous traitor is stealing government secrets.From breaking codes to defusing bombs, navigating mazes to sifting through evidence, Puzzle Sleuth is an addictive brain-teasing mix of story, game, and adventure. Just remember to choose wisely. Your next move could catch the killer—or be your last!
Puzzle for Fiends: A Peter Duluth Mystery (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #5)
by Patrick QuentinIn this “bright, amusing addition to this series” by an Edgar Award winner, sleuth Peter Duluth faces his greatest challenge: remembering who he is . . . (Kirkus Reviews). Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: “Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.” When Gordy Friend wakes up in the hospital, he’s got a broken arm, a broken leg, and apparently a broken head, since he can’t remember anything that’s happened before now. Luckily, Gordy learns he has a doting mother, a loving sister, and an absolute knockout wife to care for him and remind him of his lavish, hedonistic lifestyle. He’s also in line to inherit a great deal of money from his recently deceased father—if the will isn’t contested by some killjoys who think Gordy isn’t up to snuff. Then, his trip down easy street hits the skids as Gordy realizes not everything around him is what it seems, and that his father’s passing might not have been so peaceful. Plus, he’s got some weird thoughts clanking around his head—strange memories about the bright lights of Broadway and a beautiful starlet. The more Gordy finds out about himself, the more he suspects that his entire life might be a lie. And that the lie might just kill him . . .
Puzzle for Pilgrims (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #6)
by Patrick QuentinIn this mystery from an Edgar Award–winning author, sleuth Peter Duluth must overcome his own demons as he investigates a case south of the border (Kirkus Reviews). Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: &“Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.&” Returning from World War II, Broadway big shot Peter Duluth thought he and his wife, Iris, could simply resume the life they had before. He was wrong. Peter is carrying some heavy baggage from his time in the service, and the weight is more than Iris can bear. By the time the detective gets back to his old self, Iris is gone. Following his wife to Mexico, he discovers she&’s fallen for someone else. But Peter isn&’t about to give up and go home. He&’s going to stay and fight for her. To win this battle, Peter will have to investigate the murder of Iris&’s lover&’s wife, become entangled with the man&’s depraved family—and face the possibility that the love of his life may a cold-blooded killer . . .
Puzzle for Players (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #2)
by Patrick QuentinPatrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: “Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.” Theater producer Peter Duluth is fresh out the sanitarium where he got sober; found his new love, Iris; and also happened to help catch a murderer. Now he’s dead set on staging his big comeback with a new play featuring his lady as the star. Unfortunately, they end up in a broken-down theater where the rats keep company with ghosts, and where there hasn’t been a hit in years. Combined with the usual egos, divas, and personal demons, it will be a miracle if Peter can get the play off the ground. But his seemingly cursed production turns deadly when an actor literally dies onstage, with another murder soon to follow—this is not a dress rehearsal. Now it’s up to Peter to shine a spotlight on a killer.
Puzzle for Puppets (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #3)
by Patrick QuentinIn this mystery from an Edgar Award–winning author, Peter Duluth deals with a case of mistaken identities and murder in World War II San Francisco. Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: &“Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.&” As the war rages in the Pacific, naval lieutenant Peter Duluth is ecstatic to make port and spend time with his ladylove, Iris. They have little luck finding a room until a brassy blond offers them her hotel suite out of what seems like pure charity. And that&’s when Peter&’s shore leave starts going sideways. While unwinding in a steam room, Peter&’s uniform is stolen. Then, Iris is mistaken several times for her cousin, a local vamp with a very unusual coterie of friends. And things hit a bloody head when Peter&’s missing uniform ends up implicating him in murder. Now, with both of their identities in flux, Peter and Iris must navigate their way through the fog-shrouded alleys of the City by the Bay if they&’re going to learn just what kind of mess they&’re caught up in . . . and if they can get out of it alive.
Puzzle for Wantons (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #4)
by Patrick QuentinIn this “fun” mystery from an Edgar Award–winning author, amateur sleuth Peter Duluth learns that divorce can be murder (Kirkus Reviews). Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: “Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.” On extended shore leave from the war in the Pacific, navy lieutenant Peter Duluth and his movie star wife, Iris, have escaped from the prying eyes of the press, landing at the Nevada desert mansion of their friend Lorraine Playgel. Unfortunately, they aren’t alone. Staying with Lorraine are three old school friends who are all waiting to get a Reno divorce from their respective husbands for very different reasons. But the brassy Lorraine can’t help but stir up some drama by inviting all three soon-to-be exes out to the oasis. Naturally, things are a bit uncomfortable at first. Then the tension snaps with lethal results. One of the hopeful divorcées turns up dead, followed quickly by another. Knowing there must be a lot more than just alimony at stake, Peter and Iris start hunting for a killer who’s taking “till death do we part” quite literally . . .
Puzzle for the Secret Seven
by Enid BlytonThe Seven witness a house fire, and help the family in need to rebuild their lives--but who stole a valuable violin, and what is making the baffling wailing noises on the hills at night?
Puzzle in Patchwork (Church Choir Mysteries #12)
by Roberta UpdegraefWith the help of her friends in the choir at Eternal Hope and her cat, master chef and sleuth Gracie Lynn Parks unravels mysteries while cooking and praying to God. Everyone is preparing for the Founder's Day picnic in Willow Bend. It's sure to be successful, filled with community pride and good fellowship. But when someone seems to be stealing antiques, fingers are pointed - and Gracie must try to soothe hurt feelings while finding out what's really going on. This is book 12 in the Church Choir Mysteries series
Puzzle in Purple (Connie Blair, Book #3)
by Betsy AllenWhen Connie Blair goes to art school she enters an exciting new world in which glamour and mystery mingle. Connie expects to meet unusual and colorful personalities, and she is not disappointed. But she hasn't bargained for a skeleton named Adam who turns up in a purple cloak at the midwinter fancy dress ball and leaves his signature scrawled across the ceiling! From that moment on, tension mounts in the stately old Philadelphia mansion that houses the art school. Who is back of the debacle of the masked ball? Eric Payson, the shy, sensitive young painter whose mural was the only one not defaced? Roby Woodward, irresistible young dilettante who despises Eric for his ability? Fritz Bachman, sharp faced and sardonic, and determined to win the Fairchild Prize by fair means or foul? Puzzle in Purple Sensing the impending catastrophe that later dwarfs the episode of the ball, Connie tries feverishly to fit into place the scattered pieces of the puzzle. How she accomplishes this, and what she sees when the picture finally becomes clear is told in a thrilling mystery story set against the fascinating background of art school.
Puzzled to Death (Puzzle Lady #3)
by Parnell HallMiss Cora Felton, the eccentric amateur detective better known as the Puzzle Lady, likes nothing better than to solve a good mystery-and this time she's got a killer on her hands. What isn't puzzling is why critics agree that "Cora is emerging as a lovable and unique sleuth" (Chicago Sun-Times) in "a fun series for mystery fans and cruciverbalists" (USA Today).Bakerhaven, Connecticut, seems like the ideal place to host a charity crossword-puzzle tournament-after all, the town is home to Cora Felton, the beloved puzzle columnist known as the Puzzle Lady. A slew of celebrity contestants are on the way. And the locals have been invited to challenge the veteran puzzlers head-on. But soon the town's attention is fixated on something far more controversial than crosswords...when the body of the town tart is discovered lying dead on her kitchen floor. Before anyone can stop her, Cora is hot on the trail of the truth, interviewing nosy neighbors, digging up dirt, and drawing out a lonely recluse who just may hold the key to cracking the crime. But will she solve the case before the contest comes to a deadly end? Cora once again proves that sleuthing spells S-U-S-P-E-N-S-E-up, across, and down!From the Paperback edition.
Puzzles of the Black Widowers: 12 More of the Master's Best-Loved Mysteries
by Isaac AsimovEach month the Black Widowers, an urbane club of cerebral adventurers, meets at the Milano Restaurant for dinner. And each month a single guest is invited and subjected to a genial but intense grilling on the meaning of his existence. Inevitably the guest confides some puzzling question or strange occurrence in his life--the inexplicable disappearance of a good luck charm, for instance, or how a four-leaf clover can identify a traitor--tantalizing conundrums that the great Holmes himself would have enjoyed deducing. When the Black Widowers are stumped (as inevitably happens), they turn to their faithful waiter Henry, who serves up perfectly broiled salmon and devilishly clever answers with equal aplomb. A dozen tales--including two never published before--are included in this fifth Black Widowers collection. Whether the stories revolve around dark horses, homonyms, or mysterious disappearances, all are engaging, challenging, and altogether ingenious.
Pyramid
by David GibbinsPerfect for fans of Clive Cussler and Dan Brown, Pyramid is a thrilling new adventure starring fearless marine archaeologist Jack Howard, in a heart-stopping quest to uncover an ancient Egyptian secret--and make the most amazing discovery of our time. EVERYONE KNEW THE STORY OF ANCIENT EGYPT. UNTIL NOW. For thousands of years, Egypt was a rich, ingenious civilization. Then it became a fertile hunting ground for archaeologists and explorers. Now the streets of Cairo teem with violence as a political awakening shakes the region. In the face of overwhelming danger, Jack Howard and his team of marine archaeologists have gathered pieces of a fantastic puzzle. But putting it together may cost them their lives. Howard has connected a mystery hidden inside a great pyramid to a fossilized discovery in the Red Sea and a 110-year-old handwritten report of a man who claims to have escaped a labyrinth beneath Cairo. For that his team is stalked by a brutal extremist organization that will destroy any treasure they find. As people fight and die for their rights aboveground, Jack fights for a discovery that will shed an astounding new light on the greatest story ever told: Moses's exodus from Egypt and the true beginnings of a new chapter in human history.
Pyramid Deception (The Hannibal Jones Mysteries)
by Austin CamachoPrivate Eye Hannibal Jones takes on the most important client of his life: Cindy Santiago, the woman he loves. Cindy has been betrayed by a close friend and taken in a scam that has left her almost penniless. The swindler has not only taken her money, he has stolen her confidence and robbed her of her will to live. Hannibal's only lead is Irene, the woman who got Cindy's friend involved and wants to run away with him. She may hold the key to Cindy's problem . . . until she is gunned down right in front of Hannibal in a drive by shooting. When Irene's body disappears Hannibal is the top suspect in a plot to help her and her boyfriend escape. Now he needs to clear his name and recover Cindy's money. As more murders follow, Hannibal must unravel the complex scheme before he and Cindy become the next victims.
Pyro
by Earl EmersonIn his pulse-pounding thrillers, Earl Emerson takes readers into the heart of the world's most dangerous profession, where the next alarm might bring sudden death. Based on stunning, actual events in the author's life, this electrifying new novel is a frightening duel between a Seattle firefighter and a man who wants to burn him down. . . . To a firefighter, there's nothing worse than a nuisance arsonist. His multiple fires keep a station up at night, running in circles, and more vulnerable at th...
Pyro (Orca Currents)
by Monique PolakEver since he was small, Franklin has been soothed by fire. Staring into the flames helps Franklin forget his problems. And right now, he's got a lot to forget. Franklin's mother has left the family home to be with her hairdresser boyfriend. Franklin's father, the mayor of Montreal West, is too busy worrying about his public image to do anything about the family. As a rash of local fires competes with upcoming elections for media attention, Franklin's father has to work hard to keep the public happy. And Franklin has to reconsider his romance with fire. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read!
Pyrophobia
by Jack LanceJason Evans has a perfect life—until he starts receiving messages that claim he&’s dead—in this haunting mystery from the bestselling Dutch author of Zone. Despite his fear of fire, life has been smooth sailing for Jason Evans. He has a loving wife, Kayla, a good job, and plenty of friends. There&’s nothing standing in the way of his happiness, until an unknown enemy starts sending him strange photographs. The chilling images of a graveyard all have ominous and perplexing messages on the back: &“You are dead. You think you&’re alive, but you don&’t exist.&” Jason&’s attempt to find out who&’s behind the disturbing missives leads him down an increasingly dark and dangerous path—one that makes him realize his life isn&’t as picture-perfect as he thinks. Tense and psychologically gripping, Pyrophobia is a horror story that takes one man into the darkest corners of his own mind . . .
Pythagoras' Revenge: A Mathematical Mystery
by Arturo SangalliThe celebrated mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras left no writings. But what if he had and the manuscript was never found? Where would it be located? And what information would it reveal? These questions are the inspiration for the mathematical mystery novel Pythagoras' Revenge. Suspenseful and instructive, Pythagoras' Revenge weaves fact, fiction, mathematics, computer science, and ancient history into a surprising and sophisticated thriller. The intrigue begins when Jule Davidson, a young American mathematician who trolls the internet for difficult math riddles and stumbles upon a neo-Pythagorean sect searching for the promised reincarnation of Pythagoras. Across the ocean, Elmer Galway, a professor of classical history at Oxford, discovers an Arabic manuscript hinting at the existence of an ancient scroll--possibly left by Pythagoras himself. Unknown to one another, Jule and Elmer each have information that the other requires and, as they race to solve the philosophical and mathematical puzzles set before them, their paths ultimately collide. Set in 1998 with flashbacks to classical Greece, Pythagoras' Revenge investigates the confrontation between opposing views of mathematics and reality, and explores ideas from both early and cutting-edge mathematics. From academic Oxford to suburban Chicago and historic Rome, Pythagoras' Revenge is a sophisticated thriller that will grip readers from beginning to surprising end.
Pájaros nocturnos
by Alexandre GalienLA NUEVA REVELACIÓN DE LA NOVELA NEGRA FRANCESA. PREMIO QUAI DES ORFÈVRES 2020. Una novela policíaca que nos sumerge en los secretos de los bajos fondos de París. Cuando, después de dos décadas en el departamento de delitos sexuales, el comandante de policía Philippe Valmy pide el traslado a la Brigada Criminal, pretende dejar atrás un trabajo que le obliga a frecuentar los peores antros y a pasar las noches fuera de casa. Esa petición es el último intento de salvar su matrimonio. Sin embargo, cuando se enfrenta al primer caso de homicidio en su nuevo puesto, se da cuenta de que ha sido en vano. La víctima es una de sus antiguas confidentes. Valmy se ve de nuevo sumergido en el París de la noche, ese que sobrevuelan los pájaros negros del crimen y delmal. La crítica ha dicho:«Eficaz y trepidante.»Le Soir «Una novela negra que nos arrastra a través de dos hilos narrativos: la intriga policial sólidamente documentada y la voz del asesino por un lado y, por otro, la vida de un tipo que trata de reconducir su vida personal.»Le Point «Jerga policial, escenas criminales, abogados, allanamientos, videovigilancia, todos los elementos de una investigación real: el lector se siente por un día, o mejor dicho, por una noche, un policía.»La Croix
Pálida como la luna
by Mary Higgins ClarkEn Pálida como la luna, la reina del suspense ofrece una narración de escalofriante tensión psicológica a ritmo de vértigo y logra uno de los mejores títulos de su aclamada trayectoria literaria. Maggie Holloway, una joven independiente, ha superado una dolorosa tragedia y se ha convertido en una prestigiosa fotógrafa de modas. Con ocasión de una reunión familiar del clan Moore de Newport, Maggie se reencuentra en Manhattan con Nuala, la mujer que había sido su madrasta y de la que conserva recuerdos entrañables. Ésta le invita a pasar unos días en su casa. Sin embargo, cuando poco después Maggie llega a Newport, se encuentra con una situación inesperada y terrible: Nuala ha muerto, aparentemente víctima de un robo fortuito. Destrozada, Maggie decide investigar las circunstancias del caso, sin imaginar que está internándose en un abominable laberinto de vileza, crímenes y turbias pasiones.
Pánico
by James Ellroy«Uno acude a Ellroy para revolcarse en la sangre y el barro, para someterse a los giros y traiciones de la trama». Los Angeles Times El perro diabólico regresa al Hollywood más underground de los cincuenta de la mano del investigador privado Freddy Otash: el tirano que chantajeó a toda la industria del cine. Regresa el maestro moderno del noir, en su más descarnada esencia, con una novela basada en el personaje real Freddy Otash, malévolo monarca de la clandestinidad en el Los Ángeles de los años cincuenta. Freddy Otash es un expolicía en horas bajas. Liquidó a un asesino de polis a sangre fría, así que el jefe William H. Parker lo despachó. Ahora es un detective privado con mala reputación, un artista de la extorsión y sobre todo el matón jefe de Confidential, la revista sensacionalista que esparce cotilleos sobre las flaquezas de misántropas estrellas de cine y difunde trapos sucios de políticos papanatas y gente de la alta sociedad con inclinación por el sexo sucio. Jack Kennedy, James Dean, Montgomery Clift, Burt Lancaster, Liz Taylor, Rock Hudson... Freddy el Frenético los ha puesto en evidencia a todos. Era el Cacique del Cotilleo que tomó a Hollywood como rehén, y ahora, desde el purgatorio, ha venido a confesarlo todo. Narrado con la voz brutalmente divertida de Freddy, Pánico es una virulenta revelación, sin ambages, de la corrupción y la paranoia, del pecado y la redención. La crítica ha dicho:«En Ellroy, en el buen Ellroy [...], no hay perdón, no hay respiro, no hay lugar para el bien, pero sí, siempre, para el amor, y a veces para la redención. Es maaalo, como le gusta decir a él mismo, es grandioso, es negro de verdad, es único».Juan Carlos Galindo, El País «Pánico es Ellroy en su más pura esencia, [...] un libro divertidísimo y memorable. Rápida, ágil y con un nivel de aliteración que oscila entre lo brillante y lo ridículo, la voz de Otash no se parece a nada en la narrativa contemporánea».Gabino Iglesia, NPR «Si les gusta Ellroy, les gustará este viaje desenfrenado».The Washington Post «Tortuoso y delicioso [...]. El absoluto dominio que muestra Ellroy del argot sincopado y aliterativo de la época siempre causa asombro. Esta es una lectura obligatoria para los aficionados a la novela negra ambientada en Los Ángeles».Publishers Weekly «De una exuberancia extrema [...]. Una espectacular explosión de lenguaje. Para aquellos a quienes les gustan los fuegos de artificio obscenos y los solos jazzísticos de estilo libre, tanto deslumbrantes como agotadores, Ellroy es su hombre».Booklist «Una evocación tan profundamente investigada y verosímil del mundo sobre el que escribe, tandiestra en la manera de entremezclar los personajes reales y los ficticios, que el novelista exige al lector fe en que esos hechos podrían haber ocurrido, y en que algunos [...] probablemente ocurrieron».Claire Messud, Harper’s Magazine «El decano de los autores de novela negra de Los Ángeles [...]. Uno acude a Ellroy para revolcarse en la sangre y el barro, para someterse a los giros y traiciones de la trama».Los Angeles Times
Pánico en la Casa Blanca (Dirk Pitt #Volumen 7)
by Clive CusslerDirk Pitt se enfrenta a una siniestra y sofisticada conspiración soviética: ejercer el control mental del presidente de Estados Unidos. El misterio de un barco que al hundirse provoca una mortífera corriente venenosa, el secuestro del presidente norteamericano a bordo de su propio yate y la desaparición de los principales miembros de su gobierno, son algunos de los elementos que Clive Cussler utiliza para transportar al lector desde las profundidades marinas hasta las cumbres secretas del poder en Washington y Moscú.
Pásalo #FIESTA: Más allá del libro... (Nunca digas nunca. Capítulo extra #Volumen 1)
by Amy LabMÁS ALLÁ DEL LIBRO... ¿Quieres saber más sobre los protagonistas de Nunca digas nunca? ¡No te pierdas el Capítulo Extra Pásalo #Fiesta!Si ya has leído Nunca digas nunca, querrás conocer más detalles sobre la vida de Jacq. Así que no te pierdas este Capítulo Extra. Descubrirás lo que ocurrió unos meses antes de que Jacq llegara a España. Y si no lo has leído, no importa, seguro que leyendo este capítulo extra te morirás de ganas de saber qué romances, secretos y misterios esperan a Jacq en su nueva vida en España.¡A veces, a los amigos, queremos matarlos!
Pérdida en su memoria
by Mary Higgins ClarkEn esta nueva novela, Mary Higgins Clark se supera a sí misma para ofrecernos una intriga electrizante. La trama gira en torno a un brutal asesinato cuyo esclarecimiento concluye rápidamente para la policía, pero no así para la acusada. Todos los indicios y pruebas señalan a Molly Carpenter como autora del asesinato de su marido, un reputado médico y, por ello, es condenada a cinco años de cárcel. Sin embargo, ella ha perdido la memoria y no recuerda nada de la trágica noche en que fue hallado el cadáver de su marido. Una vez en libertad, Molly, con la ayuda de una sagaz reportera y un tenaz abogado, se empeñará en averiguar la verdad. Y ese mismo empeño, la llevará a las puertas de la muerte...Perdida en su memoria es una historia no apta para cardíacos, con la impronta inconfundible de la reina de la intriga y el suspense.
Q Is For Quarry: A Kinsey Millhone Novel (A Kinsey Millhone Novel #17)
by Sue GraftonShe was a "Jane Doe," an unidentified white female whose decomposed body was discovered near a quarry off California's Highway 1. The case fell to the Santa Teresa County Sheriff's Department, but the detectives had little to go on. The woman was young, her hands were bound with a length of wire, there were multiple stab wounds, and her throat had been slashed. After months of investigation, the case remained unsolved. That was eighteen years ago. Now, the two men who found the body, both nearing the end of long careers in law enforcement, want one last shot at the case. Old and ill, they need someone to do the legwork for them, and they turn to Kinsey Millhone. They will, they tell her, find closure if they can just identify the victim. Kinsey is intrigued with the challenge and agrees to work with them. But revisiting the past can be a dangerous business, and what begins with the pursuit of Jane Doe's real identity ends in a high-risk hunt for her killer.