In 1981, Margaret Maron published a mystery novel about NYPD homicide detective Sigrid Harald and her investigation of a poisoning. More than 35 years and 31 titles later, Maron felt she had one more story to tell before retiring from novel writing.
In “Take Out” (Grand Central Publishing/2017), Maron returns to her original protagonist in her Manhattan art-world setting. Harald dives into the apparent poisoning of two homeless men found dead on a city bench and follows the clues into the world of opera, art and a growing list of suspects.
Host Frank Stasio talks with Maron about her new book, her beloved characters and her perspective on a long and successful career.
Maron reads at Quail Ridge Books in Raleigh at 7 p.m.Tuesday, June 27.
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