a very murderous christmas: ten classic crime stories for the festive season (vintage murders) (english edition)  <p>the christmas season is one of comfort and joy, sparkling lights and steam rising from cups of mulled wine at frosty carol services. a season of goodwill, as families and friends come together to forget their differences and celebrate.<br /><br />unless, of course, you happen to be harbouring a grudge. or hiding a guilty secret. or you want something so much you just have to have it - whatever the cost. in <i>a very murderous christmas</i>, ten of the best classic crime writers come together to unleash festive havoc, with murder, mayhem and twists aplenty.<br /><br />from a murder aboard a snow-bound train to a pantomime costume that takes on a life of its own, these are mysteries as rich and satisfying as a christmas dinner.</p>