Readers often compare Forsythe’s work to a blend of Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie. The plot is characterized by "sharp plotting and witty dialogue".
While engaging, some critics have noted that Forsythe’s mysteries occasionally omit vital clues from the reader, a slight departure from the strict "fair play" rules of the era. Digital Availability Crimen En Alta Mar Robin Forsythe epub
The story follows Anthony 'Algernon' Vereker, an amateur sleuth with a sharp, "well-trained brain," who is persuaded by his friend Ricky to join a luxury cruise on the transatlantic ship Mars to cure his boredom. While Ricky thrives in the ship's social scene, a shocking murder occurs that instantly pulls Vereker out of his apathy. The investigation involves a mysterious lady, a couple with a dark secret, and a cast of elegant but suspicious characters. Readers often compare Forsythe’s work to a blend