A Fatal Crossing - Tom Hindle Kartoniert (TB)

November 1924. The Endeavour sets sail to New York with 2 000 passengers - and a killer - on board . . . When an elderly gentleman is found dead at the foot of a staircase ship's officer Timothy Birch is ready to declare it a tragic accident. But James Temple a strong-minded Scotland Yard inspector is certain there is more to this misfortune than meets the eye. Birch agrees to investigate and the trail quickly leads to the theft of a priceless painting. Its very existence is known only to its owner . . . and the dead man. With just days remaining until they reach New York and even Temple' s purpose on board the Endeavour proving increasingly suspicious Birch's search for the culprit is fraught with danger. And all the while the passengers continue to roam the ship with a killer in their midst . . . _________________________ 'A very clever plot and a final twist which will delight Agatha Christie fans. You'll love it.' Ragnar Jónasson 'With twist after gut-punching twist A Fatal Crossing really is an ingenious thriller. Highly recommended.' M. W. Craven 'The action unfolds at a rip-roaring pace in this perfectly executed homage to the Golden Age of crime which features a deviously devised plot boasting a final twist worthy of Christie herself. I loved it!' Anita Frank