Christmas is MurderNo one can plot or tell a story like she can Daily Express __________ The Queen of Crime, Val McDermid, is a master of the dark and sinister story, and these powers are demonstrated in full force in Christmas is Murder, a festive collection of chilling tales. From an irresponsible baron whose body is discovered beneath a silver birch tree, to an author who is haunted by the spiteful presence of a jealous writing partner, the characters McDermid