About this book
Anne Austin's Murder at Bridge is a captivating mystery that transforms an elegant bridge party into a crime scene, leaving an entire community gripped by fear and suspicion. When Broadway dancer Nita Selim settles into the affluent town of Hamilton and hosts an exclusive gathering of high society guests, her evening takes a deadly turn. During a casual moment away from the game, Selim is found murdered in her bedroom with no clear evidence pointing to the killer.
As panic spreads through Hamilton's elite circles and terrified residents refuse to play another hand of bridge, investigator Bonnie Dundee arrives to piece together the puzzle. With meticulous detail and vivid dialogue, Austin constructs a gripping narrative where Dundee must interview suspects, hunt for the murder weapon, and uncover hidden motives buried beneath layers of social pretense. The investigator's decision to re-enact that fateful night reveals new dimensions to the crime, while unexpected twists challenge both detective and listener alike.
Austin's masterful storytelling invites you to step into the role of detective, examining clues and weighing possibilities as the mystery deepens. Rich characterization and atmospheric descriptions bring Hamilton's high society to life, making this classic whodunit both intimate and suspenseful.
Perfect for mystery enthusiasts and fans of classic detective fiction, Murder at Bridge offers the satisfying puzzle-solving experience of traditional parlor mystery with compelling psychological depth.
