Death Plays With Fire

<p><span style=color: rgba(166 166 166 1); background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1)>A charred heart pinned to her door with an ancient Celtic dagger isn't the worst thing Maddie McGuire has discovered on her doorstep but it isn't great. In fact the heart is an unwelcome distraction from protecting the Chedworth Roman Villa from the ravages of winter and throws Maddie into a world of danger. Student workers Jill Dion and Gabriel have also joined the dig site bringing with them secrets that invite chaos into this idyllic but remote Cotswold forest. Unable to rely on dashing Constable Bailey as he works toward a promotion Maddie is stuck with Constable Douglass who convinced of her guilt jeopardizes her safety rather than keeping her from it.</span></p><p></p></strong></p><p><strong><span>2025 IngramSpark® Editorial Selection - Mystery/Thriller</span></strong></p>