The Mystery of the Missing Pages by Mark Dawson
The Mystery of the Missing Pages by Mark Dawson
English | 2024 | Mystery & Thriller
When famed literary agent Lydia Marchant invites a select group of authors to her manor house for a festive weekend, she promises a celebration of creativity, camaraderie, and Christmas cheer. But the glittering gathering takes a dark turn when a priceless manuscript—the long-awaited sequel to Eleanor Pierce’s literary masterpiece Solstice in September—vanishes from Lydia’s study.
Private investigator Atticus Priest finds himself at the heart of the intrigue, drawn into a house brimming with egos, rivalries, and hidden agendas. Among the guests are a publishing powerhouse with a chip on her shoulder, a charismatic crime novelist with a penchant for controversy, and a struggling debut author desperate to salvage his career. With tensions rising, Atticus must sift through a maze of lies, half-truths, and personal vendettas to uncover the truth.