A review of “Underneath the Killing Tree” by Marijka Bright

Posted on by Marijka Bright

Here is a wonderful review and well written synopsis of my debut novel, ‘Underneath the Killing Tree.’

Jennly Reads

Full disclosure – I was provided a copy of this short story by the author but have voluntarily chosen to write a review. All opinions are my own.

Family Secrets

On a sunny morning in 1920, Emlyn Quinn is found hanging from the linden tree on the lushly landscaped estate of Loxley Hall. Ruled as a suicide, her passing is dismissed by the local authorities and may have gone unnoticed had it not been for Mary. Mary Loxley, Emlyn’s kid sister has returned to Loxley Hall from Paris after receiving a cryptic message for Emlyn just days earlier. Convinced that Emlyn’s death was not a suicide but a murder, Mary is determined to uncover the truth.

In present day, Detective Inspector Andy Bliss is called to a gruesome crime scene in the industrial district. With the victim being the proverbial “one that got away” in the Detective’s history, he should…

View original post 310 more words

Agatha Christie’s: Dead Man’s Folly

Posted on by Marijka Bright

Agatha Christie's Dead Man's Folly was first published in 1956. It is a Hercule Poirot mystery and as with Elephants Can Remember, he is teamed up once again with the famous mystery author and Agatha Christie's alter ego, Ariande Oliver. Image sourced from Amazon sales page under the rules of fair use. To purchase this … Continue reading Agatha Christie’s: Dead Man’s Folly

Lord Edgware Dies: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

Posted on by Marijka Bright

Agatha Christie's, Lord Edgware Dies, was originally published in 1933. It is a Hercule Poirot mystery, written entirely from the perspective of his running mate, Captain Hastings. From the beginning, as Captain Hastings reminisces about the murder of Lord Edgware,  we are told that Hercule Poirot considers this case to be one of his failures … Continue reading Lord Edgware Dies: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

A Few Things I Wish I’d Thought of Along the Way

Posted on by Marijka Bright

My debut novel, 'Underneath the Killing Tree', has been on sale for a little under three months. Ever since it hit the shelves at the end of May there has been a whirlwind of activity and I haven't had much time to breathe, let alone do much else other than focus on my book. I … Continue reading A Few Things I Wish I’d Thought of Along the Way

Goodreads Giveaway – Underneath the Killing Tree

Posted on by Marijka Bright

Goodreads are giving away 5 copies of my debut novel, 'Underneath the Killing Tree.' If you haven't already seen it - here is a brief synopsis: The year is 1920 and Mary Loxley's sister has been hanged from a tree in the gardens of Loxley Hall. The authorities have ruled it a suicide, but Mary … Continue reading Goodreads Giveaway – Underneath the Killing Tree