Murder, She Wrote season 4 episode 14 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Murder, She Wrote," Richard Hazlitt's purchase of a cursed ruby for his new wife Alice sparks family tensions. Estranged brother Seth and writer Jessica Fletcher get entangled in the drama at a polo match. The ruby's curse becomes a central theme when Alice narrowly escapes death from carbon monoxide in a locked garage, an incident initially deemed an accident. The plot thickens as Richard is found murdered in a locked room, with the ruby missing. Amid financial motives and cultural intrigue involving a cultural attaché, Vikram Singh, the true culprit is revealed: Bert Davies, Alice's father, who orchestrated the events to secure Alice's inheritance, leveraging the ruby's curse as a cover. Despite the resolution, Lieutenant Ames humorously persists in his mistaken belief that Jessica is a secret government agent.
Full Episode S04E14 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who bought the cursed ruby for Alice?
Richard Hazlitt.
What is the relationship between Seth Hazlitt and Richard?
They are estranged brothers.
Who is Vikram Singh?
A cultural attaché who warns about the cursed ruby.
How was Alice nearly killed?
By carbon monoxide poisoning in a locked garage.
Who saved Alice from the carbon monoxide poisoning?
Seth Hazlitt.
Where was Richard Hazlitt found dead?
In a locked room.
Who is the main investigator in the case?
Lieutenant Ames.
What role does Jessica Fletcher play in the investigation?
She provides insights and helps unravel the mystery.
What motive did Carolyn Hazlitt have for murder?
Financial troubles and the potential inheritance.
What motive did Alice have for murder according to Lieutenant Ames?
A large insurance policy from her husband, Richard.
Who is revealed to be the mastermind behind the murder?
Bert Davies, Alice's father.
What was Bert Davies' motive?
To secure Alice's inheritance by making the deaths seem related to the ruby's curse.
Was Vikram Singh involved in the murder?
No, he was briefly suspected but not involved.
How does Lieutenant Ames perceive Jessica Fletcher?
As a secret government agent, which is a mistaken belief.
What is the significance of the cursed ruby?
It is central to the plot, being the apparent motive for the murder and attempted murder.
