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The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side
Classic mystery
The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side
Book 8 of the Miss Marple series
A Hollywood star settles at Gossington Hall, where a local woman dies after drinking a poisoned cocktail during a charity gathering. Witnesses remember the actress's frozen expression just before the death, but disagree about what she saw. Miss Marple connects the glamorous household to an older tragedy and a motive shaped by grief. Elegant and melancholy, this mystery suits an autumn afternoon for readers drawn to film-star glamour, village observation, misdirected poison, and the devastating consequences of a moment misunderstood.
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Crime, danger, and death
Alcohol-Free Pour
Raven Blackberry Tea
Blackberries and honey give warm tea a dark, berry-sweet charm.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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A warming pour with a sharp edge suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 2 oz brandy
- 3/4 oz orange liqueur
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- Ice
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- Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish: Orange twist.
- Glassware: Coupe.
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