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ONE OF THE TIMES BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR

‘Perfect for a quick fix of golden-age crime.. well worth reading by candlelight before turning in on Christmas Eve…’ – JANICE HALLETT, THE SUNDAY TIMES

It’s only the afternoon, but dusk is already falling and a log fire burning in the grate. Outside, frost coats the tree branches and snow sparkles on the ground. And somewhere in the darkness, a murderer is making plans …

Here are ten classic crime stories for the winter months, from the greatest minds of the mystery genre. So bundle up, grab a glass of mulled wine, and get ready to be puzzled, astonished and entertained by these festive stories of murder and mayhem.

Publisher Review

Praise for the Murder at Christmas series * : * Looking forward to Christmas? [The Murder at Christmas series] is a fine way to start it. It's a cracker. -- Amy Myers Offers excellent value as the roll call of authors included is really very impressive indeed. * Shotsmag * Praise for Cecily Gayford * : * With Cecily Gayford in charge, we are on safe ground. Each of her top-notch writers ... brings a distinctive and imaginative edge to Christmas crime * Daily Mail *