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Three cousins investigate a murder that occurred a hundred years ago, piecing together clues that lead them to the deeper lesson behind the commandment banning killing. Their journey blends family bonds, ancient riddles, and classic detective work.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Elspeth Campbell Murphy
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