The Skeleton in the Closet - Softcover

Beaton, M. C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0312981457 ISBN 13: 9780312981457

Publisher: Minotaur Books, 2002

Synopsis

Ever since the death of his father, poor Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly, cold-hearted mother. When his mother suddenly dies, Fellworth is shocked to discover that she has left him a sizable inheritance. confused, Fell teams up with Maggie, a plain girl with a similar background, to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find is a closet full of skeletons...

Is it really possible Fell's father was involved in a long-ago train robbery? Who's the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother's wardrobe? As Maggie and Fell poke around the village for answers, they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger and adventure, and--just possibly--love. But Fell's sudden good fortune could come to an abrupt end if he doesn't stay one step ahead of a cunning killer... from beloved novelist M.C. Beaton comes this thrilling stand-alone mystery, The Skeleton in the Closet.

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Review:

"Among writers of cozy village mystery series, count M. C. Beaton as one who creates a nice tea party." -- "Associated Press"
Among writers of cozy village mystery series, count M. C. Beaton as one who creates a nice tea party. "Associated Press""

Among writers of cozy village mystery series, count M. C. Beaton as one who creates a nice tea party. Associated Press"

"Among writers of cozy village mystery series, count M. C. Beaton as one who creates a nice tea party." --Associated Press

-Among writers of cozy village mystery series, count M. C. Beaton as one who creates a nice tea party.- --Associated Press

Book Description:

A stand-alone, lighthearted crime romp featuring amateur sleuth Fellworth Dolphin by the bestselling MC Beaton.

About this edition

• Publisher: Minotaur Books
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0312981457
• ISBN 13: 9780312981457
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 232