Murder Gone Minoan

Synopsis

Murder Gone Minoan by Clyde B. Clason is a gripping and atmospheric mystery that plunges readers into a world of ancient intrigue and modern murder. Combining intellectual puzzles with thrilling suspense, Clason delivers a captivating tale that will delight fans of classic detective fiction.The story unfolds at a remote archaeological dig on the island of Crete, where an eclectic group of scholars and adventurers has gathered to unearth remnants of the ancient Minoan civilization. The tranquil setting soon turns sinister when one of the team members is found dead under mysterious circumstances. With tensions running high and secrets lurking beneath the surface, it becomes clear that this is no ordinary excavation.Enter Theocritus Lucius Westborough, a professor and amateur sleuth with a keen mind for solving puzzles. As he delves into the labyrinthine relationships among the team and unravels the threads of their personal motives, Westborough discovers that the murder may be linked to the ancient myths and artifacts they’ve been studying. Clason masterfully weaves together the rich history of the Minoans with the intricacies of a modern whodunit, creating a story as complex and intriguing as the archaeological site itself.Filled with red herrings, intellectual challenges, and vivid descriptions of Crete’s landscapes and history, Murder Gone Minoan is a classic in the tradition of Golden Age detective fiction. With its blend of history, mystery, and sharp deduction, this book is a must-read for fans of intelligent and atmospheric crime stories.

Copyright:

2025

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781779790019

Publisher:

Bonhopai Books

Date of Addition:

03/06/25

Copyrighted By:

Bonhopai Books

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction

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Bookshare Staff

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This is a copyrighted book.