Can You Solve the Murder?

‘Follow leads, find clues, and interrogate suspects in this intricately crafted page-turner! Will you make the right calls and catch the culprit, or will they slip through your fingers?’ —G. T. Karber, author of Murdle

A LUSH WELLNESS RETREAT FULL OF WEALTHY SPA-GOERS. ONE DEAD BODY. SIX SUSPECTS. CAN YOU SOLVE THE MURDER?

You arrive at Elysium, a wellness retreat set in an English country manner, where you find the body of a local businessman on the lawn. It appears he was stabbed with a gardening fork and fell to his death from the balcony above. You quickly realize that the balcony can only be accessed through a locked door—and the key is missing. . .

YOU are the lead detective, and only YOU can solve the mystery. Your job is clear:

• Investigate the crime scene
  
  Choose which guests, employees, and local figures to interview
  
  Decode the cryptic text messages
  
  Examine the clues you find along the way
  
  Decide who to accuse as the murderer
  
  Test your sleuthing skills to see if YOU have what it takes to uncover what each suspect is hiding. There are dozens of pathways to pursue: Will your choices catch the killer—or will they be your downfall?
  Solved the murder? How did YOU score?
  • Track your notes in the blank pages at the back of the book
    
    Record Clue Numbers along the way
    
    Determine your Detective Score
    
    Did YOU rank as an Amateur or a Master Detective? Play against friends to see who solved it best!
    
    
    Genre: Cozy Mystery
    

"This is a story for puzzle lovers everywhere - but only you can separate the real clues from the red herrings. It's an unusual tale where you really are the detective, and just make sure you don't accidentally die in the process. Antony Johnston masterfully guides you through." - S J Bennett

"I really enjoyed [Can You Solve the Murder?]. . . a story that grabs you by the arm and drags you in . . . because you're deciding what course to follow, you become much more invested in the unfolding story; this is a unique crime-reading experience." - J M Hall

"Just glorious! An interactive crime novel where YOU sleuth-for-the-truth! After the first chapter, you're in the driving seat of the investigation, by collecting clues and choosing which direction you want the story to go in. . . a must-read for any and all crime fans!" - Janice Hallett

"Antony Johnston's pedigree in both crime novel and game writing coalesces delightfully here. Can You Solve the Murder? allows you to become an amateur Poirot or Miss Marple without ever leaving the comfort of your favourite reading spot. It's a smart take on the interactive novel formula that will delight crime lovers and gamers alike." - Rhianna Pratchett

"Can You Solve The Murder? is cunning, clever and so, so compelling! I had the best time trying to beat the book and solve the murder. Filled with clues, codes and more than a few red herrings, it's the perfect read for any armchair detective." - Katy Watson

"Nostalgic, compulsive and totally addictive - Can You Solve The Murder? is a masterpiece of interactive storytelling. Prepare your little grey cells to be given a THOROUGH workout as Johnston serves up a delightful slice of puzzling fun." - Jonathan Whitelaw