Lessons in Murder by Claire McNab

Introducing the irascible DI Carol Ashton who is called to uncover the truth behind the murder of Bellwether, Sydney teacher, Bill Pagett. He has been found with a hole in his head and a bloody drill by his side. Six teachers are mixed up in a tangled web of deceit and one, the lovely “straight” Sybil Quade is the prime suspect.  When professional and personal lines become blurred, DI Ashton, has quite a lot of work cut out for her. This story will keep you guessing until the end, but by then, will it be too late?

Citation:  McNab, Claire. Lessons in Murder, Tallahasee Fla.: Bella Books, 2004