Murder, She Wrote: Manhattans & Murder
Murder, She Wrote: Manhattans & Murder by Jessica Fletcher is a mystery novel published by Penguin on December 1, 1994. This edition spans 304 pages and is presented in English. The story follows bestselling mystery writer Jessica Fletcher as she travels to New York City for a series of book signings during the Christmas season, only to find herself entangled in a murder investigation.
As Jessica navigates the bustling streets and festive atmosphere of Manhattan, she encounters a sidewalk Santa who recognizes her, leading to a meeting that takes a dark turn when he is found dead. With the police seemingly slow to act and the deceased’s wife quickly disappearing, Jessica takes it upon herself to investigate, employing her keen observational skills and intuition. Readers will find a blend of cozy mystery elements and a focus on women sleuths as Jessica works to unravel the truth behind the murder amidst the holiday chaos.
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The USA Today bestselling Murder, She Wrote mystery series continues as Jessica Fletcher learns that Manhattan is murder at Christmastime…
Promoting her latest book brings bestselling mystery writer Jessica Fletcher to New York for Christmas. Her schedule includes book signings, restaurants, department stores…and murder?
It all begins with a sidewalk Santa staring at Jessica with fear and recognition. Behind the beard is Waldo Morse, former drug smuggler and the most notorious citizen of Cabot Cove, Maine. Jessica hasn’t a clue as to how he ended up as a street corner Saint Nick, but she agrees to meet him at two o’clock the next day.
Jessica shows up with her camera, but in no time at all Santa is dead. While the police are strangely slow on their feet, and the dead man’s wife uncommonly fast on the run, Jessica decides to do what she does best: strategically snoop around and graciously outwit the pros on both sides of the law…
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