Report for Murder & Common Murder

Report for Murder & Common Murder Synopsis

In one volume, the first two mysteries featuring a journalist who investigates murder, from the Diamond Dagger winner known as ';Britain's Queen of Crime' (The Times). From the Edgar Award-nominated author of the DCI Karen Pirie series, this two-in-one volume includes: Report for Murder Self-proclaimed cynical socialist-lesbian-feminist and freelance journalist Lindsay Gordon is strapped for cash. Why else would she agree to cover a fund-raising gala at a girls' public school? But when the star attraction is found garroted with her own cello string moments before she is due on stage, Lindsay finds herself investigating a vicious murder. ';A timeless mystery, well-plotted with crisp dialogue and solid characterization.'Orlando Sun-Sentinel Common Murder When her former lover is accused of murderat a women's peace protest, no lessLindsay must bring all of her expertise as an investigative reporter into playand uncovers a truth even she can scarcely believe. ';McDermid's snappy, often comic prose keeps the story humming.'Publishers Weekly