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Murder by Matchlight

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Murder by Matchlight

By: E.C.R. Lorac
Narrated by: Mark Elstob
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London, 1945. The capital is shrouded in the darkness of the blackout, and mystery abounds in the parks after dusk. During a stroll through Regent's Park, Bruce Mallaig witnesses two men acting suspiciously around a footbridge. In a matter of moments, one of them has been murdered; Mallaig's view of the assailant but a brief glimpse of a ghastly face in the glow of a struck match.

The murderer's noiseless approach and escape seems to defy all logic, and even the victim's identity is quickly thrown into uncertainty. Lorac's shrewd yet personable C.I.D. man, MacDonald, must set to work once again to unravel this near-impossible mystery.

©2018 The Estate of E. C. R. Lorac (P)2019 Soundings
Fiction Historical Mystery Traditional Detectives Detective
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Intriguing Mystery • Intelligently Planned Story • Outstanding Narrator • Engaging Classic Style • Interesting Twists Turns
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I have been enjoying the Lorac novels that have been recorded. I was disappointed in the nasal drawl that this narrator decided upon for MacDonald. Not a trace of the empathetic Scot in this characterization. Since his other characterizations were quite good, I stuck with it.
As for the story, aside from the mystery itself, I found the descriptions of wartime London vividly revealing. Here’s hoping more of her books will be recorded. Preferably with Kris Dyer.

Good story, bad match

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An intelligently planned story, full of distinct characters, and read by one of the very best narrators I've ever heard.
Even though the book was written in the 1940's, it doesn't seem dated at all. Would love to hear more from this
author and this narrator.

Wonderfully plotted, superbly narrated

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This is one of my favorites by Lorac. The book kept my interest throughout with a nice pace. Characters were very interesting and well developed. The book kept me guessing on who the murderer was with its interesting twists and turns. The narrator did a fine job bringing the characters to life which made listening to the book a pleasure. I’m hooked on Lorac and have been searching for more of her books on audible.

A good listen!

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Another good mystery with lots of interesting and colorful characters. The narrator did a great job.

Entertaining As Usual

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the complex background and variety of characters keep you thought bound. WWII life very real.

top drawer characters

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I really cannot tell whether it is the story, or the narrator, which were more outstanding (or outlandish) - definitely a buy, and a must-hear!

First-Class Narrator Fit for a Most Peculiar Story

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Macdonald and friends investigate the death of a wastrel. The witnesses saw glimpses when a match was lit during the blackout. Lots of red herrings and good characters, well performed. Highly recommended.

Wartime London

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Good story. fine narrator and an interesting plot. I shall look for more from the author and narrator.

Very enjoyable read

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Great book. Great characters. Wish there were more. Why can’t there be more modern stories like this. Not everything has to CSI this or that

Amazing

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Fantastic mystery, but you really do have to pay attention. It's complicated! My only small complaint is that Mr. Elstob' individual character voices could use some work. Other than that, this is outstanding. I highly recommend.

What a "who dunnit

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