Murder at St Andrews: A Darwin Summers Mystery

Murder at St. Andrews: a Darwin Summers Mystery

by James Koeper

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	526 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	179 pages
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When Professor Darwin Summers is found dead in his locked office at the University of St Andrews, it is up to his loyal assistant, Tilly, to find his killer. But with a host of suspects and a lack of evidence, Tilly soon realizes that she is in over her head.

As Tilly delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threatens to consume her. The more she learns about Professor Summers, the more she realizes that he was not the man she thought he was.

With the help of her friends and colleagues, Tilly must race against time to find Professor Summers' killer before the killer strikes again. But as she gets closer to the truth, she realizes that she may be the next target.

Characters

• Tilly: Professor Summers' loyal assistant. She is determined to find his killer, even if it means putting herself in danger.
• Professor Darwin Summers: A brilliant but eccentric professor who was found dead in his locked office.
• Dr. Emily Carter: A colleague of Professor Summers who was having an affair with him.
• Detective Inspector John Macpherson: The lead detective on the case. He is skeptical of Tilly's involvement, but he soon comes to respect her abilities.
• Father Michael O'Connor: The university chaplain. He is a close friend of Professor Summers and Tilly.
• Mrs. Agnes MacIntyre: The university housekeeper. She is a kind and helpful woman who is always willing to lend a hand.

Plot

The novel begins with the discovery of Professor Summers' body in his locked office. Tilly is devastated by his death and determined to find his killer. She soon learns that Professor Summers was not the man she thought he was. He was having an affair with Dr. Emily Carter, and he was also involved in some shady business dealings.

Tilly's investigation leads her to a number of suspects, including Dr. Carter, Father O'Connor, and Mrs. MacIntyre. She also learns that Professor Summers was working on a secret project that could have had far-reaching consequences.

As Tilly gets closer to the truth, she realizes that she may be the next target. The killer is determined to silence her, and Tilly must race against time to find the killer before it's too late.

Themes

The novel explores a number of themes, including:

• The nature of good and evil: The novel raises questions about the nature of good and evil. Professor Summers was a brilliant man, but he was also capable of great evil. Tilly must grapple with the question of whether or not he deserved to die.
• The power of secrets: The novel also explores the power of secrets. Professor Summers kept many secrets from Tilly, and these secrets ultimately led to his death. Tilly must learn to trust her instincts and to be wary of those who keep secrets from her.
• The importance of friendship: Tilly is able to solve the murder with the help of her friends and colleagues. The novel shows the importance of having a strong support system, especially when times are tough.

Murder at St Andrews is a gripping mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The novel explores a number of important themes, including the nature of good and evil, the power of secrets, and the importance of friendship. With its complex characters and suspenseful plot, Murder at St Andrews is a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense.

Murder at St. Andrews: a Darwin Summers Mystery

by James Koeper

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	526 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	179 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE