Death At The Sign Of The Rook by Kate Atkinson

In "Death At The Sign Of The Rook," a snowstorm traps a diverse group of individuals in a grand country house, setting the stage for a classic mystery. Among them are Jackson Brodie, a seasoned detective, and his partner, DC Reggie Chase. The house, Burton Makepeace, is steeped in intrigue, having lost a valuable Turner painting years ago, with the housekeeper, Sophie, vanishing the same night. Jackson is drawn into the mystery while investigating another theft involving a portrait, "The Woman with a Weasel," stolen from an elderly widow's home on the day of her death. The widow's carer, Melanie, is the prime suspect. As Jackson delves deeper, he must unravel the connections between these events and uncover the secrets hidden within the portrait. Meanwhile, the house hosts a chaotic Murder Mystery event, adding layers to the unfolding drama. With a convicted murderer on the loose nearby, Jackson must piece together the clues before the storm clears and the opportunity to solve the mystery slips away.

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Total Points: 105

This book was first published in 2024

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