Le Chateau

Beneath the sun-drenched opulence of Cairns' French consulate, where gossip bubbles like champagne and secrets swim deeper than the Great Coral Sea, a shocking tableau unfolds. Madame Monet, the captivating Honorary Consul, lies strangled in her silk-swathed bedroom, a pair of Givenchy stockings twisted around her elegant throat. Canberra dispatches their finest: Inspectors, Harry Chin a whirlwind of Savile Row tailoring and razor-sharp deductions, and at his side stands Ash Friday, an aboriginal tracker whose eyes can pierce through the darkest shadows lurking beneath. As they navigate the labyrinthine world of Cairns, they uncover a web of deceit woven from forbidden love, and family legacies stained by blood. Their pursuit of the truth takes them from the bustling streets of the city to the secluded beaches of the coast, as they piece together the events leading up to the murder and identify the killer. With its intricate plot, compelling characters, and suspenseful atmosphere, "Le Chateau: A Harry Chin Murder Mystery" is a must-read for fans of detective fiction. Griffith's engaging storytelling will keep you captivated from the first page to the last, as you unravel the mysteries of Le Chateau. "A gripping read from start to finish. I couldn't put it down!" - Amazon reviewer "A well-written and suspenseful mystery. I highly recommend it!" - Goodreads reviewer "A must-read for fans of detective fiction!" - Barnes & Noble reviewer