Join us at the Haunted Book Shop for a night of cozy fun and whodunits with Tom Spencer and his latest novel, "The Mystery of the Crooked Man." Celebrated as a quirky homage to Golden Age detectives, the novel introduces our heroine, Agatha Dorn, who, after falling into the literary limelight, becomes a target of scandal and suspicion. With the aura of a classic whodunit, this tale combines the intrigue of lost manuscripts with the dark mystery of a fraudulent crime.
Tom Spencer, previously known for his stellar work in notable journals and academic study of twentieth-century fiction, now brings alive a mystery in the heart of London. A British expat now residing in Montgomery, Alabama, Spencer's roots in London make "The Mystery of the Crooked Man" a literary puzzle steeped in British quirk and American practicality. Critics have praised this distinctive murder mystery for its delicious, misanthropic humor and a plot twist that leaves the readers on the edge of their seats.
Alice Bell, author of Grave Expectations, acclaims, “Oh how I enjoyed this thoroughly delightful and nasty mystery.”
At the event, you will have a chance to listen to Tom Spencer delve into the inspiration behind his captivating characters, take a peek into his writing process, and share more about his journey from an expat Londoner to a noted author in the United States. This is surely a golden opportunity for readers of the Twyford Code, Magpie Murders, and Yellowface, along with anyone who appreciates a well-crafted crime story with a hefty dose of English wit and charm.
Make sure to stop by our next-door neighbor Alchemy Tavern for a to-go, mystery-themed cocktail, then grab your seat in our store for a lively in-conversation and audience Q&A. Reserve your copy and seat today!
Ticket purchase required to attend. Your ticket includes one copy of "The Mystery of the Crooked Man."
PERFECT FOR FANS OF: clever crime - such as The Twyford Code, Magpie Murders and Can You Ever Forgive Me?
A QUIRKY LITERARY PUZZLE MYSTERY: narrated by a deliciously waspish voice with a wicked edge, the hilariously misanthropic and bad-tempered heroine, Agatha Dorn.
A HUMOROUS HOMAGE TO GOLDEN AGE CRIME: with a plot revolving around the discovery of a lost manuscript by a very Agatha Christie-esque author.
Author Residence: Montgomery, AL
Author Hometown: London, England
