Three Card Murder

Description

– “Three Card Murder” is a murder mystery novel by J.L. Blackhurst, the first in “The Impossible Crimes Series”.
– The story revolves around DI Tess Fox, who investigates a locked-room mystery where the victim is thrown from a balcony of a flat locked from the inside.
– Adding to the complexity, Tess knows the victim and her half-sister, Sarah, has criminal skills and a background that makes her a suspect. When two more locked-room murders occur, Tess must determine if Sarah is involved, even though she’s a con artist, not a killer.

Key Features:
Locked-Room Mystery:
The central plot revolves around a series of seemingly impossible murders, where the victims are found in locked rooms.
Suspicious Sister:
Tess’s half-sister, Sarah, has a criminal history and the skills to pull off such crimes, making her a prime suspect.
Trust Issues:
Tess must grapple with whether she can trust her own sister, despite their familial bond, given the nature of the crimes.
Series Setup:
“Three Card Murder” introduces the characters and setting for a series of mysteries featuring Tess and Sarah.