Death of an Author
(eBook)

Death of an Author is a masterfully crafted mystery by E.C.R. Lorac, a revered figure of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. The novel begins with the shocking death of Annette Roper, a promising young writer whose life ends abruptly just as her career was beginning to bloom. Found lifeless in her home, surrounded by drafts of her latest manuscript, the circumstances of her demise raise more questions than answers. Inspector Robert Macdonald, Lorac's astute and methodical investigator, takes on the case. As he delves into Annette's personal and professional life, he uncovers a web of jealousy, ambition, and deception within the literary world. Her family and colleagues are far from cooperative, each harboring secrets and motives that make them suspects. Lorac expertly weaves clues, red herrings, and an atmospheric sense of suspense as Macdonald untangles the threads of the mystery. The narrative explores themes of creative rivalry and the price of ambition, providing a vivid portrayal of the mid-20th-century publishing industry. With its compelling characters, intricate plotting, and evocative prose, Death of an Author is a testament to E.C.R. Lorac's enduring legacy as a mystery writer. Fans of classic detective fiction will be captivated by this intelligent and engaging tale.