The Christmas Clue
(Author) Nicola UpsonChristmas Eve, 1943. Anthony and Elva Pratt arrive in a snowy English village to run a murder mystery game - and instead discover a real murder. The Pratts had planned for festive cheer, despite the wartime shortages: with Elva's map of the hotel and Anthony's prop weapons to use as clues, the guests in their parlour game would move through the rooms to figure out whodunnit. But when Anthony discovers the cook's sister Miss Silver beaten to death, they instead find themselves investigating a shockingly real crime. The hotel manager Mr Browning is trying to keep the peace but the guests are agitated, Colonel Colman is about to take over the hotel for the war effort - and the mysterious Mrs Threadgold hasn't been seen at all. In games, there's only one victim - but this is real life. Can the Pratts puzzle out this Christmas mystery before it's too late?
Nicola Upson
Nicola Upson is a British author known for her series of mystery novels featuring fictionalized versions of real-life mystery writer Josephine Tey. Upson's works blend historical fiction with crime fiction, often exploring complex characters and relationships. Her most notable work is "An Expert in Murder," which was nominated for several awards and introduced readers to her unique take on the classic detective genre. Upson's contributions to literature include bringing new life to a beloved genre and shining a light on the often overlooked figure of Josephine Tey. Her works have had a significant impact on the mystery genre, earning her a dedicated following of fans.
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