Death of the Dancing Doll by D.E. Ring transports readers
to the enchanting world of Barrachois, Nova Scotia, where mysteries
lurk beneath the surface of idyllic autumn days. This third installment in the
Urquhart & MacDonald Mystery Series has an irresistible appeal to fans of
murder and mystery. The story opens with the installation of a new bronze
plaque, a tribute to the city's Second World War heroes. But when a chain
snaps, a mummified corpse, elegantly clad in a lawyer's gown, emerges from
within the cenotaph. The shocking discovery sets the stage for a gripping
investigation led by the unflagging Inspector Jimmy Urquhart and the relentless
journalist Notepad MacDonald.
The plot in the Death of the Dancing Doll is
stunningly imagined and skillfully executed. The discovery of a mummified corpse
constitutes a strong premise for the narrative. Still, the clues left on the body
by the killer create a sense of mystery that haunts the investigators twenty
years later. Why would someone leave
deliberate clues on a murdered body? As the story progresses, secrets from the
past resurface, long-buried wounds are laid bare, and a shocking murder
heightens the tension. Ring's writing is evocative, and he offers dazzling images
of the setting in Barrachois in 1948, with its lazy autumn days and
sun-drenched landscapes. The characters are multi-dimensional and relatable; readers will enjoy the captivating dialogue. Death of the Dancing Doll
by D.E. Ring is a tale that is as much about unraveling a mystery as it is
about unraveling the intricacies of human nature. With its unique premise and nuanced
characters, this novel offers the kind of entertainment readers hope to find in
mystery thrillers and intriguing crime novels. I read it straight through the
night.
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