Melissa
1997 • Crime, Drama
Award-winning war correspondent Guy Foster, distraught after the loss of his first wife, joins a cruise to Cape Town, where he meets beautiful and mysterious Melissa. A sophisticated blonde PR girl, Melissa is travelling with an exuberant group of media friends. Guy falls desperately in love with the exotic Melissa and she suggests they marry. But while they celebrate, dark events begin to take place. An elderly widower is ‘accidentally’ lost overboard. The bodies of a middle-aged couple are discovered in Cape Town. Then one of Melissa’s friends is brutally killed. The finger of suspicion falls on Guy – and when Melissa herself is killed, he is found bending over her bloodied corpse.
Dive into a captivating world crafted by Francis Durbridge in his gripping novel, 'Melissa.' While the TV series offers a dramatic adaptation, the book provides an unrivaled depth of insight into its characters and their intricate relationships. Durbridge's mastery of suspense and his ability to weave complex, absorbing plots will keep you turning pages in a way that no screen can replicate.
The novel immerses readers in a haunting atmosphere filled with mystery and intrigue. Experiencing the story through Durbridge's narrative allows for a personal exploration of the characters' inner thoughts and hidden motives, something television adaptations merely suggest. The rich detail and atmospheric tension in the book far exceed the visual interpretation, providing a thrilling journey through the mind of a master storyteller.
Extract more from 'Melissa' than what meets the eye on TV. The book invites you to untangle its secrets at your own pace while savoring the elegance and intelligence of Durbridge's writing. For those who cherish psychological thrillers and expertly spun narratives, the original 'Melissa' is an essential read that promises a deeply rewarding escape into its world.
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Melissa
by Francis Durbridge
