Elisabeth Sanxay Holding

Broschiertes Buch

Kill Joy / The Virgin Huntress

Beschreibung

KILL JOY People call her a goody-goody, but Maggie just wants to do the right thing. Perhaps she shouldn't have left the comfortable employ at the Camford house, but Miss Dolly was so insistent that she needed Maggie to accompany her as her new secretary. But why did they need to leave in the middle of the night? When they arrive at their secretive destination, it's nothing but a rather decrepit cottage by a lake-and occupied by two men, the artist Neely and his inebriated companion, Johnny Cassidy. This wouldn't do! The next morning Miss Dolly's lawyer, Mr. Angel, comes calling. Later that day Maggie finds him dead in one of the row boats, and Neely immediately tries to hide the body. But what should she tell the policeman, Captain Hofer? She wants to do right, but everyone works against her. Maggie doesn't want to get Miss Dolly in trouble. But something is very wrong here. Mr. Angel may be dead, but everyone treats her like the kill joy. THE VIRGIN HUNTRESS Women can't resist Monty. Gwen considers him her boyfriend. Flora was once his wife. And then there's Nellie, who's carrying his baby. Nellie wanted to marry him, to settle down. Monty loved the company of women but there was no way he was going to marry someone like Nellie. She was too possessive, too conniving, too. . . common. He'd finally made his escape and was now well clear of her. Or was he? On V-Day Monty meets Dona Luisa, an older woman who is fascinated by him because he reminds her of a long-lost love. Monty also meets her niece, Rose, who takes an immediate dislike to him. As Luisa begins to fawn on him, Rose starts to ask questions. Questions about his character, about his past. With Rose the huntress now on his trail, he has to work fast. Because Monty has a little secret-and it all leads back to Nellie.

Autor

Elisabeth Sanxay Holding is known for her suspenseful and psychologically intricate novels, particularly in the genre of mystery and romantic suspense. While she wrote in a variety of genres, including romance, her works are often noted for their ability to blend elements of domestic life with suspense and tension, creating an atmosphere of unease that builds gradually. Holding's writing is characterized by its focus on character psychology, particularly how individuals react under pressure or in situations of emotional or psychological conflict. Her Dogs Always Know, is a story that combines romance with psychological tension. Holding's stories remain appreciated for their ability to blend the domestic with the mysterious, creating compelling narratives that linger long after they are finished. She often explored themes of isolation, misunderstandings, and the complexities of relationships. Her stories frequently involve ordinary characters caught up in extraordinary circumstances, with a subtle examination of the human psyche. Her writing style is known for its elegant prose and sharp attention to detail, often drawing the reader into situations of mounting tension.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Stark House Press
• Seitenzahl: 242
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Juni 2016
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 310g
• ISBN-13: 9781933586977
• ISBN-10: 1933586974
• Artikelnr.: 45194981