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Marcia Muller

    September 28, 1944

    Marcia Muller is a prolific author celebrated for her contributions to the mystery genre. Her work delves into complex psychological landscapes, exploring themes of justice, morality, and the human condition. Muller's narratives are characterized by intricate plots and a distinctive voice that draws readers into compelling investigations. She is recognized for her mastery of suspense and her ability to craft stories that resonate with depth and nuance.

    Marcia Muller
    While Other People Sleep
    Deadly Anniversaries
    Listen to the Silence
    The Shape of Dread
    Trophies and dead things
    The Dangerous Ladies Affair
    • 2021

      Deadly Anniversaries

      Mystery Writers of America's 75th Anniversary Anthology

      • 512 pages
      • 18 hours of reading
      3.9(32)Add rating

      Recognized as a top pick by Suspense Magazine in 2020, this book offers a gripping narrative filled with tension and unexpected twists. The story delves into complex characters and their intricate relationships, set against a backdrop that enhances the suspense. With a blend of psychological depth and thrilling plot developments, it captivates readers and keeps them on the edge of their seats, making it a standout in contemporary suspense literature.

      Deadly Anniversaries
    • 2021

      Ice and Stone

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.5(1078)Add rating

      Private Investigator Sharon McCone goes undercover to investigate the murders of two Indigenous women in remote Northern California in this gripping, atmospheric mystery in the New York Times bestselling series.

      Ice and Stone
    • 2020
    • 2018

      The Breakers

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.5(387)Add rating

      Private investigator Sharon McCone returns in New York Times bestselling author Marcia Muller's latest mystery--now in mass market!

      The Breakers
    • 2017

      The Dangerous Ladies Affair

      • 252 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Hired by a wealthy banker to undermine an extortionist who has threatened to reveal personal secrets unless he receives multiple grand sums, John Quincannon and Sabina Carpenter find the case turning deadly when a courier is found dead in a locked room.

      The Dangerous Ladies Affair
    • 2017

      The Color of Fear

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Private investigator Sharon McCone returns in New York Times bestselling author Marcia Muller's latest novel--now in mass market!

      The Color of Fear
    • 2016

      "John Quincannon has been hired by the owner of the Golden State brewery to investigate the "accidental" death of the head brewmaster, who drowned in a vat of beer. John is certain he can catch his quarry, but his partner, Sabina, is not sure she even wants to catch hers: Sherlock Holmes or, rather, the madman claiming his identity." -- Publisher's website.

      The Plague of Thieves Affair (Carpenter and Quincannon Mysteries)
    • 2016

      Someone Always Knows

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.4(1076)Add rating

      The Night Searchers [has] the clean, classic moves of her earliest novels...[Muller] is never better than when she's roaming the streets of the city she knows and loves so well.- New York Times Book Review on The Night Searchers

      Someone Always Knows
    • 2015

      THE BODY SNATCHERS AFFAIR

      • 222 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Set in 1890s San Francisco, this historical mystery follows detectives Carpenter and Quincannon as they delve into a chilling case involving body snatching. The narrative intertwines elements of intrigue and suspense, showcasing the duo's clever investigative skills while navigating the complexities of the era. Rich in period detail, the story explores themes of morality and the human condition against a backdrop of societal challenges, making it a captivating addition to the series.

      THE BODY SNATCHERS AFFAIR
    • 2015

      The Night Searchers

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.7(14)Add rating

      When new clients Jay and Camilla Givens come to Sharon McCone with Camilla's stories of devil worshippers performing human sacrifices in San Francisco, the detective is skeptical, to say the least. However, when she discovers that Jay is involved with the treasure hunting group The Night Searchers, she starts looking into what exactly he and the other participants are up to after dark. As she digs deeper into the Searchers, Sharon joins their ranks in order to find out more--while someone is searching for her.

      The Night Searchers