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Absolutely Revolting
Fiction

Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood

by Emily Fraser •
September 2006, no. 284

Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood

Allen & Unwin, $19.95 pb, 299 pp

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Murder in the Dark is a worthy addition to the vast Phryne Fisher collection. Fans of this well-researched series will be pleased to rediscover the usual St Kilda cast, and will welcome the diverse, if not always likeable, supporting cast of profligate party-goers, polo-playing cowgirls, sultry American jazz musicians, rather luscious young men and the occasional goat.

 


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Murder in the Dark

Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood

Allen & Unwin, $19.95 pb, 299 pp

ABR receives a commission on items purchased through this link. All ABR reviews are fully independent.

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