As winter turns into spring, it also marks the perfect time to swtich out those winter shows and books with something fresh to match the new season. Whether it’s a new murder mystery or an upcoming blockbuster hit, the work from these NoVA authors and actors are sure to entice you this month.
Movie
Shazam! Fury of the Gods
This film is the latest continuation of the story of teenage Billy Batson, who turns into his superhero alter ego when he utters the word “Shazam!” Alexandria-born Diedrich Bader is part of the star-studded cast.
Book
The Guilty One by Bill Schweigart
Set in Alexandria and written by Arlington-based author Bill Schweigart, this novel is about the triumphs and struggles of being a hometown hero. Detective Cal Farrell is beloved for his heroism. When a serial killer wreaks havoc on his city, Farrell might once again end up the hero — if he’s not the accused.
Book
To Kill a Mocking Girl by Harper Kincaid
This cozy murder-mystery book is set in Vienna and follows bookbinder Quinn Victoria Caine, owner of a fictitious bookshop called Prose & Scones. When Quinn’s former high school classmate Tricia is murdered, Quinn ends up a suspect. She must find a way to clear her name and bring justice to Tricia.
Book
Wedding of the Season by Lauren Edmondson
This novel written by Herndon-based author Lauren Edmondson explores two modern-day society families and a summer wedding that unveils thorny pasts and buried secrets. Surprises abound in this enchanting tale about polite society and its complications.
TV Show
White House Plumbers
This DC-based miniseries on HBO tells the story of Watergate masterminds E. Howard Hunt and G. Gordon Liddy and how they toppled the Nixon administration despite their best efforts to support and protect it.
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