The plot follows Adelaide Adams as she investigates mysterious occurrences of spiritual possession at the Lebeau Inn in the Ozarks. Her mission is to help her friend Ella Trotter, who is caught up in the unsettling events at the Hotel Richelieu. This second installment in the Adelaide Adams mystery series blends intrigue with supernatural elements, showcasing Blackmon's knack for suspenseful storytelling.
Adelaide Adams, an amateur sleuth and often mocked as "Old Battle-ax," finds herself entangled in a murder mystery at the Hotel Richelieu. While knitting in the lobby, she unwittingly witnesses the events leading to a woman's horrific death. As the plot unfolds, Adelaide's investigation leads her into unexpected danger, including a night of peril where she must navigate a web of deception and violence, all while confronting her own unconventional methods and the assumptions of those around her.
In "Murder a la Richelieu," Anita Blackmon introduces Adelaide Adams, who humorously acknowledges the "Had I But Known" tradition. As she recounts the chaos at the Hotel Richelieu, Adelaide's tough exterior hides a sentimental side. The lively narration, well-developed characters, and clever humor make for an engaging mystery that plays with genre conventions.