Detective Fiction: The Locked Tomb Mystery and Other Stories

An anthology of four short, captivating mysteries showcasing Elizabeth Peters humor and charm.

The Suitcase Detective
6 min readJan 8, 2024

Title: The Locked Tomb Mystery and Other Stories

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Author: Elizabeth Peters (aka Barbara Mertz or Barbara Michaels)

Country of Origin: United States, Egypt

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Year: 2018

Genres: Nosy Detective, Cozy Mystery, Historical

ISBN: ‎ 978–1504055512

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