The story of Evil Under the Sun only works within the context of Burgh Island. The island lends itself to the murder plot, red herrings, characterizations, and the eventual grand reveal. While reading the novel, the island could be thought of as another character, even an unwitting accomplice to the murder. The murderers could only enact their plan on Burgh Island.
Let’s talk about the first movie in an underrated Hallmark trilogy based on Kate Carlisle’s novels. Framed for Murder stars Jewel as Shannon Hughes, a handywoman who will stop at nothing to solve the mystery surrounding the death of her Uncle Jesse. Add a crime writer sidekick (with lots of romantic potential), suspects galore, a grieving best friend, constantly fishing father, and clues upon clues, we are guaranteed an interesting mystery.
