The Plague of Thieves Affair, Marcia Muller
The Plague of Thieves Affair, Marcia Muller
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The Plague of Thieves Affair
A Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery

Author: Marcia Muller, Bill Pronzini

Narrator: Meredith Mitchell, Mark Peckham

Unabridged: 6 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/26/2016


Synopsis

Can the true identity of the Sherlock Holmes imposter be revealed at last?Sabina Carpenter and John Quincannon are no stranger to mysteries. In the five years since they opened Carpenter and Quinncannon, Professional Detective Services, they have solved dozens, but one has eluded even them: Sherlock Holmes or, rather, the madman claiming his identity, who keeps showing up with a frustrating—though admittedly useful—knack for solving difficult cases.Roland W. Fairchild, recently arrived from Chicago, claims the man is his first cousin, Charles P. Fairchild III. Now, with his father dead, Charles stands to inherit an estate of over $3 million, if Sabina can find him and if he can be proved sane. Sabina is uncertain of Roland’s motives but agrees to take the case.John, meanwhile, has been hired by the owner of the Golden State brewery to investigate the “accidental” death of the head brewmaster, who drowned in a vat of his own beer. When a second murder occurs and the murderer escapes from under his nose, John sets out to find the trail of the criminals—and to ensure he keeps his reputation for catching them.But while John is certain he can catch his quarry, Sabina is less certain whether she even wants to catch hers. Holmes has been frustrating but useful and even kind. She is quite certain he is mad but quite uncertain what will happen when he is confronted with the truth. Does every mystery need to be solved?

About Marcia Muller

Marcia Muller has written many novels and short stories. She has won six Anthony Awards, a Shamus Award, and is also the recipient of the Private Eye Writers of America's Lifetime Achievement Award as well as the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master Award, their highest accolade.

About Bill Pronzini

Bill Pronzini has won numerous awards, including the 2008 Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America and the Hammer Award from the Private Eye Writers of America.

About Meredith Mitchell

Meredith Mitchell is an actress who has performed in such films as Mona Lisa Smile and The Reunion, on stage with Shakespeare & Company and the New Repertory Theatre, and on television on Good Morning America. She received her BA in psychology from Emory University and her MFA in acting from Brandeis University.

About Mark Peckham

Mark Peckham is an actor and director based in Rhode Island. In addition to working with Trinity Rep, Virginia Stage Co., and many Boston-area theaters, he was the voice of Joseph Smith in the award-winning PBS documentary American Prophet with Gregory Peck.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Marcie on April 01, 2016

This series has so much potential that it always seems to fail reaching completely. The very appealing man-woman detective partners are written by a husband-wife team, which I assume Bill takes the chapters from the man's POV while Marcia writes the chapters following the female partner. The two ver......more

Goodreads review by Hapzydeco on February 27, 2017

Set in late-Nineteenth century San Francisco, the fourth entry in Marcia Muller’s and Bill Pronzini’s historical detective series featuring Sabina Carpenter and John Quincannon does not disappoint. The reappearance of the pseudo-Sherlock Holmes character adds to the reading pleasure. Plus the flame......more

Goodreads review by Cindy B. on October 11, 2022

Like most of the authors books —this one as well. Read previously 2019 A.D. - forgot to rate. Re-reading…......more

Goodreads review by Patrick on December 23, 2016

This was actually a very fun read. Set in San Francisco in the late 1800's the description of the area was wonderful. Since I had lived and worked in that area I was familiar with a lot of the places. It was also interesting the interplay of the two authors of this book in describing the detectives......more

Goodreads review by Krissy on March 21, 2019

Unfortunately, a mediocre book with very little memorable detail after finishing it. For me, the setting of San Francisco in 1896 is the most interesting aspect of this book. Purchased from bookoutlet.com for $1.09. I guess I got my money’s worth. Will be placing it in the Little Free Library for ot......more


Quotes

“When two top-class writers join forces, the results can be wonderful…Both writers are known for tight plotting and highly detailed character design. A match made in literary heaven, in other words, and their latest collaboration is just splendid.” Booklist (starred review)