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The Case of the Christie Curse
- Author
- Kelly Oliver
- Narrator
- Penelope Rawlins
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 21 February 2026
- Run Time
- 8 hours 53 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Crime and mystery: cosy mystery, Historical crime and mysteries, Crime and mystery: women sleuths, Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives, Historical fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction, Classic crime and mystery fiction, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Historical adventure fiction, Fiction: narrative themes, Narrative theme: Environmental issues, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss
What to expect
Mesopotamia, 1930: When Agatha Christie invites fellow members of the Detection Club to witness the famous excavations at the ruins of Ur, Dorothy L. Sayers, her quick-witted assistant Eliza Baker, and Theo Sharp expect ancient wonders โ not fresh corpses.
But when an archaeologist is found dead in the sand, whispers of a deadly curse sweep through the camp. Eliza suspects something far more dangerous than superstition. Amid glittering artifacts and fragile alliances, every guest harbors secrets: the Woolleys, whose marriage is shadowed by tragedy; a journalist hungry for scandal; even academic Max Mallowan, whose loyalties are not what they seem.
As theft, forgery, and coded messages surface, the line between archaeology and espionage blurs. And when Eliza and Theo find themselves in danger, they must face not only the truth about the murder โ but also the truths theyโve long denied about each other. Can they uncover the killer before the desert claims another victim? Or will this dig unearth secrets too dangerous to survive?
Readers love The Case of the Christie Curse:
'Witty, atmospheric, and full of intrigue. Itโs perfect if you enjoy Christie and cozy historical mysteries. Iโll definitely be picking up more books in this series.' Reader review
'An engaging historical mystery that provides romantic quandaries amidst an intriguing puzzle.' Reader review
'If you love a solid mystery with plenty of intrigue, humor, and action, The Case of the Christie Curse has all this and more!' Reader review
Praise for Kelly Oliver:
'Sharp, witty and full of surprises!' Clara McKenna
'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine.' Lori Robbins
'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams
'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham
'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' Dianne Freeman
'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib
'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein โ
'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler
'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima
'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower
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Details
- Author
- Kelly Oliver
- Narrator
- Penelope Rawlins
- Duration
- 8 hours 53 minutes
- Release Date
- 21 February 2026
- ISBN
- 9781836175612
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Crime and mystery: cosy mystery, Historical crime and mysteries, Crime and mystery: women sleuths, Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives, Historical fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction, Classic crime and mystery fiction, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Historical adventure fiction, Fiction: narrative themes, Narrative theme: Environmental issues, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss
Synopsis
The page-turning, historical cozy mystery series from Kelly Oliver ๐ If you love Golden-Age detective stories like Agatha Christie, you'll love this! ๐Mesopotamia, 1930: When Agatha Christie invites fellow members of the Detection Club to witness the famous excavations at the ruins of Ur, Dorothy L. Sayers, her quick-witted assistant Eliza Baker, and Theo Sharp expect ancient wonders โ not fresh corpses.But when an archaeologist is found dead in the sand, whispers of a deadly curse sweep through the camp. Eliza suspects something far more dangerous than superstition. Amid glittering artifacts and fragile alliances, every guest harbors secrets: the Woolleys, whose marriage is shadowed by tragedy; a journalist hungry for scandal; even academic Max Mallowan, whose loyalties are not what they seem.As theft, forgery, and coded messages surface, the line between archaeology and espionage blurs. And when Eliza and Theo find themselves in danger, they must face not only the truth about the murder โ but also the truths theyโve long denied about each other. Can they uncover the killer before the desert claims another victim? Or will this dig unearth secrets too dangerous to survive?Readers love The Case of the Christie Curse:'Witty, atmospheric, and full of intrigue. Itโs perfect if you enjoy Christie and cozy historical mysteries. Iโll definitely be picking up more books in this series.' Reader review'An engaging historical mystery that provides romantic quandaries amidst an intriguing puzzle.' Reader review'If you love a solid mystery with plenty of intrigue, humor, and action, The Case of the Christie Curse has all this and more!' Reader reviewPraise for Kelly Oliver:'Sharp, witty and full of surprises!' Clara McKenna'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine.' Lori Robbins'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' Dianne Freeman'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein โ'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower
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