My Bloody Viola: A viola-wielding sleuth unmasks a symphonic murder! (Darius McGuire, Violist and Sleuth Book 1)

The victim? None other than Morton Jabberwock, the principal violist, found with his head bashed in by a priceless Stradivarius. With Easter holidays in full swing, the nearest police are days away on the mainland, and the next ferry isn't until Monday. It falls to Darius, the reluctant amateur sleuth, to uncover the truth before the killer can slip away.

The Suspects: A Symphony of Intrigue

Francesco Gesualdo: The eccentric conductor, who openly despised Morton's out-of-tune playing.

Sylvia St. John: The oboist entangled in a secret affair with the deceased, who was also cheating on her.

Arabella Thistlethwaite: The harpist, also one of Morton's lovers, with her own motives.

Lord Nattlewood: The island's feudal heir, whose ancient rights might hide dark secrets.

And even Darius himself, who stands to inherit Morton's coveted principal viola position.

Trapped on an island where everyone has something to hide, Darius must navigate a treacherous score of jealousy, betrayal, and ambition. Can he piece together the discordant clues and identify the killer before the final curtain call? Or will he become the next victim in this deadly symphony?

My Bloody Viola is a captivating mystery that blends classic whodunit suspense with the unique world of orchestral music. Get ready for a thrilling read where every note could be a clue, and every musician a suspect!