A compelling, character-driven historical mystery with a searing period flavor…
Ring’s latest in the Urquhart and MacDonald Murder Mystery series is characterized by vibrant prose, sharp dialogue, and a refreshingly charming lead pair. On a warm, autumn day, a new bronze plaque containing the names of Barrachois’ Second World War dead is being added to the city’s cenotaph. But it breaks loose and reveals a mummified body dressed as a lawyer. Detectives Jimmy Urquhart and Notepad MacDonald investigate and uncover old wounds, prejudice, and a shocking murder that brings the past to light. The story starts off slow but quickly escalates into an action-packed thriller as Jimmy and Notepad race to solve the mystery behind the murder. Alongside the gripping plot, the reader is immersed in the political climate, preconceptions, and societal limitations of the era – issues that unfortunately still hold relevance today. Amidst the chaos, the sweet and enduring relationship between Jimmy and Notepad adds a touch of endearing charm that stays with readers even after they have finished reading the book. Intriguing, tense, and wholesomely entertaining.
Death of the Dancing Doll
An Urquhart and MacDonald Murder Mystery
D.E. Ring
Grinder
Pub date November 28, 2023
ISBN 978-1738920587
Price $8.99 (USD) Paperback, $2.99 Kindle edition
