A DIFFICULT PROBLEM

A renowned pianist collapses during a concert and suspicion falls upon a woman seated nearby-poised mysterious and possibly hiding a deadly secret. This short but suspenseful story unpacks a puzzling murder in an elegant setting where motive opportunity and perception blur. As the clues unfold readers are drawn into a compact tale of crime and deduction guided by subtle psychological cues and social nuance. With its crisp pacing and clever resolution this is a perfect introduction to the author's talent for delivering tightly wound mysteries with atmospheric flair.