Discover the captivating mystery novel, The Lady in the Silver Cloud, by bestselling author David Handler. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1990s New York, this gripping tale follows Stewart Hoag, a recovering author, and his basset hound Lulu as they delve into the shocking murder of their charming elderly neighbor, Muriel Cantrell. Known for her luxurious lifestyle and her prideful possession, a 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, Muriel's untimely demise after a Halloween party reveals a web of secrets that intertwine her life with that of her glamorous neighbors, including movie star Merilee Nash. As NYPD Lieutenant Romaine Very seeks Hoag's help, the investigation uncovers a dark history at the famed Copacabana nightclub, ties to organized crime, and a family in turmoil. Perfect for fans of traditional and historical crime fiction, The Lady in the Silver Cloud offers a mix of suspense, humor, and unexpected twists. This enthralling narrative highlights the complexity of human relationships, greed, and the mysteries lurking behind seemingly innocent facades. The book is in brand new condition, published by Bloomsbury in 2023, available in trade paperback format, and a must-have for your mystery collection! Order now and unravel the secrets of the Silver Cloud.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781804548752
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury


Description:
In this mystery by US bestseller David Handler, sleuthing suthor Stewart Hoag investigates the murder of his wealthy neighbour, and discovers her dark past...
1990s New York. Muriel Cantrell lives in a luxury apartment building on Central Park West, where she's known for her pride and joy- a 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. Her neighbours include beautiful movie star Merilee Nash and author Stewart 'Hoagy' Hoag. Hoag, whose career crashed when he got into drugs and alcohol, is on the up and he and basset hound Lulu are glad to be sharing Merilee's life (and apartment) again.
Hoagy, Merilee and the building's other residents are shocked when delicate, sweet, elderly Muriel is murdered after a Halloween party. Who in the world would want to harm an old lady whose major vices were buying Chanel suits and watching daytime soap operas?
NYPD Lieutenant Romaine Very is called to investigate and again seeks assistance from his friend Hoagy, who is perfectly placed to help. Their sleuthing soon leads to the unexpected source of Muriel's wealth, the history of her years at the Copacabana nightclub, and how her Mob-linked chauffeur came to be called 'Bullets'... not to mention a desperate meth-head nephew, and wealthy neighbours with secrets of their own.
A gripping, darkly comic new mystery, The Lady in the Silver Cloud was a Traditional & Historical Crime Club Pick on release.
'Adultery, blackmail, trick-or-treaters, unseemly ties to organized crime, and New York in the 1990s. What's not to like?' Kirkus
'David Handler is a hoot, and his books are just the thing for what ails you.' Parnell Hall