A celebrated crime writer seeking peace in Iraq who becomes involved in a dangerous murder investigation.
Their growing attraction draws Agatha deeper into the investigation.
The plot describes flirtation and a romantic connection between Agatha and Max after they meet at the excavation.
Leonard connects Agatha with the excavation community.
Leonard enthusiastically invites Agatha to visit the archaeological excavation after she considers finding inspiration in Iraq.
Agatha temporarily takes an advisory role in Lucy's personal crisis.
Agatha is asked to advise Lucy about her complicated situation before Lucy dies.
Agatha's suspicion places Marmaduke within the criminal mystery.
Agatha concludes that Lord Ponsonby -- Marmaduke may have been Lucy's accomplice in the thefts.
Ezekiel becomes an important source of investigative information.
Agatha asks questions about Ezekiel, and Ezekiel later admits that he discovered a secret tunnel and took artefacts from it.
Pearl's actions provide a crucial clue to the central mystery.
Agatha investigates the young people connected with the lodge, and later learns that Pearl was trying to steal an artefact linked to the Curse of Isht...
Sir Constance supplies a key interpretation of Lucy's death.
Sir Constance explains that Lucy may have been poisoned with strychnine and connects her death with the thefts, supporting Agatha's investigation.
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