Meet Miss Jane Treen – the coffee-drinking cat lover dressed head to toe in tweed, who just happens to be a secret super sleuth!London, 1941: Miss Jane Treen is at her desk, strong black coffee in hand and fluffy ginger cat by her side, when her top-secret government work is interrupted by an urgent call to Devon. A woman has been found dead in a lake in a place where she shouldn’t have been. Jane needs to gather the clues and find the killer before someone else from the agency gets hurt…Shy and handsome code-breaker Arthur Cilento is bewildered by the arrival of the efficient Miss Treen and her cat Marmaduke. She bursts into his life unexpectedly, forcing him out of his comfort zone. The reluctant colleagues huddle near the warmth of a crackling fire in Arthur's country home, working to piece together the murderous puzzle at hand.In the sleepy Devon village, someone is hiding something: but is it the busybody vicar and his sister, the dutiful housekeeper and her secretive son, the stern librarian, or someone else altogether? And who were the people with the woman in the lake on the day she died?No sooner have Arthur and Jane have drawn up a list of suspects, than a parcel reveals a clue that sends them in hot pursuit of a coded diary stashed in a village church. But as the heavy wooden door slams behind them and a key turns in the lock, one thing is sure: they need to unravel the truth and crack this code before the killer decides their number is up…But if they can catch the culprit in time, might this unusual pair become the finest crime-solving partnership since Holmes and Watson hung up their hats…?If you love twisty crime novels, top-secret intrigue and the very best of Golden Age mysteries, then you will adore Helena Dixon’s totally gripping cozy novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T E Kinsey and Verity Bright!What readers are saying about The Secret Detective Agency:‘I ATE this up. what more could I ask for???… Loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Hooked from start to finish… This book is an absolute delight!’ reading_barefoot_on_the_beach‘DANCE WITH BOOK GLEE AND READ HAPPILY!!… I love the characters! One moment I thought I knew who it was! The next minute a dead body shows up! I devoured it!… Must Read!… Bravo!!! 🍭’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Absolutely hooked from the start. Full of action but cosy!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The reveal. WHOOSH! THAT was unexpected. I was so sure of who it was...I was V E R Y wrong :-) . A really great read!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I just loved this book! I read this book within a couple of hours in one sitting as I couldn’t put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I was hooked from the very beginning. I LOVED the cat. I need more Marmaduke!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh my goodness what a journey. So ridiculously good.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Terrific! Wonderfully paced and beautifully written, kept me enthralled for the entire book.’ Novel Kicks,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Reels you in, I didn't want to put it down… Kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Keeps you racing and guessing through every moment! Absolutely loved it!’ writergirl5786‘I devoured The Secret Detective Agency in a single sitting—it was that good! The twists really kept me guessing!’ NetGalley reviewer‘Oooh! A Second World War spy thriller-cum-murder mystery! Who could resist?’ Reading, Writing, Wandering,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read! I was glued to the pages!’Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

A pretty seaside town, a body on the beach, and a boatload of clues. Can super-sleuth Miss Jane Treen solve the mystery?England, 1941: When Jane Treen is summoned to her boss’s office at the end of a long day, she smooths down her tweed skirt and makes them both another strong pot of coffee. Brigadier Remmington-Blythe slides a folded copy of the evening newspaper towards her, with one small article circled in red ink. A body has been found on an English beach in the little seaside town where she grew up, and he wants her to investigate. Jane is used to managing secret agents and spies, but she is now part of The Secret Detective Agency, England’s answer to solving the most mysterious murders. Making her way to the coast and brimming with curiosity, she’s heartened that shy and handsome codebreaking genius Arthur Cilento will be joining her to help her wade through the fishy goings-on. Although Jane doubts he will appreciate her bringing her beloved one-eyed cat, Marmaduke…Together, Jane and Arthur drop anchor in her crumbling childhood home overlooking the sandy beach where the body was found. Surrounded by potential suspects, their eyes are on a devious doctor, an eccentric artist and a secret sweetheart. But as Jane and Arthur are searching for the truth, those giving evidence start to clam up. One thing seems sure: they need to reel in the killer before they’re out of their depth…Can The Secret Detective Agency triumph again, or will they meet their watery end at high tide?If you love twisty crime novels, top-secret intrigue and the very best of Golden Age mysteries, then you will adore Helena Dixon’s totally gripping cozy novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Verity Bright! What readers are saying about The Seaside Murders:‘Kept me awake most of the night as I just had to finish it… grabbed my attention from the first page… with each new revelation, I just kept wanting to turn the pages… I highly recommend this book!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Amazing 😍… I loved every. single. moment… And we need to talk about that ending… I was shocked?! I had a few suspects but oh, how wrong I was!! 😅’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Had me flipping pages like crazy!… I loved the twisty plot!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️What readers are saying about Helena Dixon:‘I LOVED this book!… Just perfection. If I had to sum this book up in three words it would be WOW WOW WOW.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Fantastic… I absolutely loved… Unputdownable… Absolutely addictive… Kept me turning the pages late at night!!… I LOVED it.’ Bookworm86, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘I could not put this down!! I read this in one sitting. I need more than 5 stars for this book! I absolutely loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Perfection!... I will be reading Helena’s books for life!... I always go to them when I’m having a good or bad day or in between days lol. Bravo!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘I cannot put it down… I tore through this book!’ Goodreads reviewer‘Excellent… I read it in one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Gripping… I wasn’t able to stop reading… Excellent.’ Scrapping and Playing, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read more

Step into the world of classic crime fiction and join the relentless Inspector Borges as he solves five captivating murder cases in over 1000 pages of entertainment.Talented, observant, and always methodical, Inspector Borges is the very definition of a detective who trusts only in logic, no matter how twisted the case. Haunted by personal demons and the weight of his past, he’s a man who has sacrificed a lot for the badge, so he prefers to stay distant from others, focusing only on his work.But the cases Borges faces are far from ordinary, and the line between good and evil isn't always as clear as he'd like it to be.London, 1960s — a city pulsing with post-war transformation, and a place where wealth and power collide with treachery and death. As the city grapples with the remnants of war, the rise of new cultural movements and the evolving social landscape, Inspector Borges works to unravel crimes hidden in plain sight. From a prominent actor's sudden death in a grand theatre to a mysterious death in a coastal town, each case pushes Borges to the brink of his intellect and stamina.Can you help solve these five intricate mysteries alongside Borges? These exciting mysteries are perfect for fans of Freeman Wills Crofts, John Dickson Carr, Henry Wade and Ruth Rendell.Dive into this high-value box set and experience five thrilling crime novels that will keep you on the edge of your seat.PRAISE FOR JOHN BONETT:‘Top recommendation for lovers of that clever, urbane detection.’ Birmingham Mail‘Amusing puzzles that entertain and beguile.’ Books and Bookman‘Neatly devised plot . . . Borges is a good creation in the tradition of the best fictional detectives.’ Nottingham Guardian Journal‘…claims attention as a crime novel depending on painstaking police work and careful deduction.’ Aberdeen Press and Journal‘A real masterpiece of detective fiction. Form takes shape under the cloudless skies of the Costa Brava.’ British Books Read more

Ghosts from the past have the nasty habit of refusing to stay buried.Returning from an extended stay in Scotland, life for Mikaela and Brodie picks up right back where it left off. Brodie is immediately tasked with a new case for the Agency, while Mikaela must attend a reception for the release of her latest novel. But, as it always does, intrigue has begun to creep its way back in.While at the reception, Mikaela encounters a mysterious woman who bares a striking resemblance to her. But, before she can ask any questions, the woman disappears.Days later Mikaela’s sister Lenore sees the same woman, raising more questions and bringing back painful memories. The woman claims to be a long-lost half sister, with old letters and documents that seem to support her claim. And there is that undeniable resemblance.But is she who she claims to be?Mikaela sets out to investigate, drawing Brodie in to support her even as he cautions that the woman might be telling the truth.Their search takes them into the past as old secrets come to light, from a private hospital in the south of France to a grave in Highgate Cemetery, desperate to expose the truth.But as they both know only too well, awaking old ghosts can be deadly... Read more

A grand castle, a glass of Irish whiskey, a good book by the fire… and a rather mysterious murder?Historic Inishmore Castle is opening its doors for the first time, hosting a charming weekend of whiskey tasting and soda bread baking. Sisters Mercy and Lizzie McCarthy are badly in need of a break, but their relaxing trip takes a decidedly unrestful turn when Mercy finds fellow guest Father Brennen slumped over the desk in the library… Did he have one glass too many or did someone want him dead? Even more curiously, Mercy swiftly learns that the priest was no priest at all. So why was he searching through dusty old journals? Can the legend of Inishmore’s lost treasure possibly be true?Mercy’s suspicions of foul play are confirmed when another of their party is found drowned in the lake at the edge of the manor’s estate. It can’t be a coincidence! Someone in this idyllic Irish castle is up to no good and Mercy is determined to find out who’s behind it, accompanied by her reluctant fellow sleuth and beloved dog Mr. Poe.With a host of frightened guests and worried staff, and a storm closing in, Mercy soon has more suspects than bedrooms in the castle. Could it be the unconvincing nun, the busybody birdwatcher, or are the owners hiding something sinister? When Mercy realises there are secret passages in the walls, she thinks she might have cracked the case… but will she track the killer down, or will Inishmore be her resting place forever more? A completely delightful Irish cozy mystery, full of warmth and wit. Fans of Agatha Christie, Carlene O’Connor and Faith Martin will love Mercy McCarthy! See what readers are saying about Death at Inishmore Castle:“A must-read!… Packed with red herrings, atmospheric suspense, and oodles of Irish charm… kept me hooked till the very end… Highly recommend!” The Book Decoder, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“I just absolutely love!… I read it in one sitting… The whole Agatha Christie vibe of a murder in a castle during a rainstorm was so fun!… really keeps you at the edge of your seat!… wonderful.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“I just love this… You could quite easily sit there and binge read… Just fabulous!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Fantastic… amazing!… I love when a book keeps you guessing… kept me glued to the pages… Connelly does an excellent job of keeping you on edge, never quite letting you settle, and always pulling you deeper into the mystery.” The Dreaming with Open Eyes“Sensational… a plot that unrolls like clockwork, and simmering tension that never lets up... I couldn’t put it down.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Ahhhh the suspense!… I just absolutely loved this!” Library.F1.lover“Twisty and entertaining!… Loved this!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Brilliant… I found myself reading this with my morning cup of tea and relaxing which is something I have not done in YEARS!… Mr. Poe – of course – was adorable.” Goodreads reviewer“I absolutely love this series… a delight… I couldn’t put it down, I really really loved.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“In love with this series!… wonderful, cozy but twisty… you cannot guess whodunit until the very end. Excellent!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“I was hooked from the very first page. Highly recommend.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

WATCH WILL TRENT ON ABC!“Expect from a Karin Slaughter crime thriller . . . just the right amount of twists, turns, shocks, surprises and domestic thrill and shrill.” — ParadeThe instant NYT bestseller featuring Will Trent and Sara Linton from Karin Slaughter, author of Pretty Girls and After that Night! One toxic family. Eight suspicious guests. Everyone is guilty...But who is a killer?For GBI investigator Will Trent and medical examiner Sara Linton, McAlpine Lodge seems like the ideal getaway to celebrate their honeymoon. Set on a gorgeous, off-the-grid mountaintop property, it’s the perfect place to unplug and reconnect. Until a bone-chilling scream cuts through the night. A murderer in their midstMercy McAlpine, the manager of the Lodge, is dead. With a vicious storm raging and the one access road to the property washed out, the murderer must be someone on the mountain. But as Will and Sara investigate the McAlpine family and the other guests, they realize that everyone here is lying….Lying about their past. Lying to their family. Lying to themselves. Who killed Mercy McAlpine?It soon becomes clear that normal rules don’t apply at McAlpine Lodge, and Will and Sara are going to have to watch their step at every turn. Trapped on the resort, they must untangle a decades-old web of secrets to discover what happened to Mercy. And with the killer poised to strike again, the trip of a lifetime becomes a race against the clock… Read more

Meet Ireland’s newest daring detective: she’s a bookstore owner, a coffee lover, and a crime writer. Now Mercy McCarthy needs a little Irish luck as she takes on her first case! After receiving an unexpected inheritance from her grandfather, Mercy and her twin sister Lizzie are now the proud owners of a charming antique bookshop in the tiny Irish village of Shamrock Cove. But before they can take in the beautiful view of the sea, one of their neighbors drops dead! Mercy finds the Judge, a well-respected man who lives next door, dying on his own doorstep. She rushes to help, but with his final words, he accuses Mercy of murder! Most of their new neighbors hear his words and, with suspicion pointing at Mercy, she decides to investigate the case to clear her name.Searching amongst the Judge’s old books, Mercy uncovers letters proving several of the townsfolk had reason to dislike the older man—but was it the local pub landlord, the kindly cook or neighborly knitter who killed him? Then Mercy’s chief suspect turns up dead and she receives a threatening note, typed on paper from her own bookstore… Ireland was supposed to be a fresh start for Mercy and Lizzie, but dead bodies keep turning up.Does Mercy have what it takes to nail the culprit or will the killer close the book on her time in this charming Irish village? Readers who love Agatha Christie, Carlene O’Connor or Faith Martin, you’ve found your newest cozy crime addiction! An incredibly fast-paced and funny whodunnit that will sweep you away to Ireland and keep you zipping through until you reach the very last page. What readers are saying about An Irish Bookshop Murder: “Outstanding! I am absolutely loving the main characters!… I ended up staying up until the wee hours of the morning to finish as I just couldn’t put it down… this series is sure to fill your cozy mystery loving needs!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Excellent!!!… one of the best mystery novels I read in 2024… Definitely looking forward for the next book!!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Wonderful… I really LOVED THIS BOOK!... I couldn’t put it down… I absolutely loved.” Broadbeansbooks, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“I had an amazing time!… OMG did I love that bookstore!!!… had me laughing out loud… I can't wait to see what’s going to come next for Lizzie and Mercy!” Daniereads87, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Perfect cozy mystery… I was in a horrible reading slump, and this novel helped me to turn that around… 5 out of 5!!!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Magical… The setting swooped me up and dropped me right into the middle of the story… makes me imagine a gray day with light rain, a stoked fire, a blanket, a cup of coffee (!!), and curling up to read.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Delightful… thrilling… keeps you hooked… I found myself glued to the book… cannot wait for the next book!” Thebookdecoder, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Wonderful… I was instantly transported to Shamrock Cove… I gobbled up this book. I loved every minute of it.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Hooked me from page one… Five stars plus for this brilliant new series!!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Wow!… wonderful… impossible to put down… I am so looking forward to visiting Shamrock Cove again soon!!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Drew me in immediately. I couldn’t put it down!… gripping… Truly a wonderful read! 5 stars!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Love, love, loved… LOVED Woo hoo!… such a treat to read!… terrific… you are going to devour this first book with gusto!” A Bookish Way of Life Read more

Cream cakes, cucumber sandwiches, apple tarts and… poison? Lady Swift is trying to plan the menu for her wedding, until murder strikes in kitchens across the village!Lady Eleanor Swift’s marriage to dashing Chief Inspector Hugh Seldon is just days away. There’s a lot to organise from the dress to the catering, including, of course, the all-important wedding cake.But Eleanor is heartbroken when their chef, apple-cheeked Annie Tibetts, dies of poisoning. And as the doctor confirms her death wasn’t an accident, accusations fly around the whole community.With more of the village struck down by the poison, Eleanor must unmask a killer who seems intent on spreading chaos amongst her nearest and dearest. Everyone is accusing their neighbour… and Eleanor is in a pickle as the seating plans for the wedding fall apart. But she soon has bigger fish to fry when the source of the poison is traced to a trusted establishment in town. Eleanor is certain they are being framed and that sabotage is afoot…And when a sample of poisoned wedding cake is delivered anonymously to Hugh working at his station miles away in Oxford, Eleanor realises that while she has been planning for the future, her past has been catching up with her. Eleanor must race across the countryside to save her love from certain death. Can Eleanor find the proof in the pudding and save Hugh in time? And will the poisoner finally get their just desserts?A gripping and totally twisty historical cozy mystery set in an English village. Fans of T.E. Kinsey, Catherine Coles and L.B. Hathaway won’t be able to put this down.What readers are saying about A Recipe for Murder:‘I’m hooked! An utter joy… Pure magic… I couldn’t put it down—every page was a treat!’ Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Brilliant! I loved every word… the best book! Highly recommend.’ Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Excellent mystery… Amazing plot twists (and a lot of laughs, too!)… Delightful!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Readers love Verity Bright!‘MY FAVOURITE BOOK… Had me hooked… I absolutely devoured this brilliant read in one sitting as I just could not put it down… I was gutted when I came to the end… Amazing!!!’ bookwormwhitlock86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely LOVED this!… Had me hooked from the beginning and I kept flipping through the pages because I could not put it down!’ @bookishbri_, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Unputdownable… Had me hooked immediately… Filled with suspense, mystery, laughter… Absolutely perfect… I devoured it in one sitting as I just could not put it down and gave up on lying to myself saying just one more chapter as that never happened!!’ Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘LOVE… I finished this book in one day!’ DianeLikesToRead, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous… Charming… A nail-biting page-turner… Fabulous… I gobbled it up in a single sitting.’ Bookish Jottings, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The most fun I have had reading a historical mystery! I loved… had me laughing out loud before the tenth page!… I can't recommend this book enough!’ Too Fond of Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous!… I absolutely adored this!… If you are a fan of Poirot, Miss Marple and Downton Abbey then this book is definitely for you… Kept me guessing right up to the very end.’ my_reading_narnia, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous… I was literally on the edge of my seat… Wonderful… Must-read for every cozy mystery fan… Exactly the escape I needed. I loved it!’ Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Brilliant… I love it… Fabulous!’ BookLoverWorm, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

The past proves deadly when a witness to a case gone cold is murdered—a chilling message meant to silence those involved...Summoned to Gravesend, Scotland Yard Inspector Henry Field is shocked to discover the body of a man he interviewed only days earlier. The brutal timing suggests his inquiries into the cold case that has haunted him for well over a year struck a nerve. But with more questions than clues, the investigation threatens to once again grind to a halt.Widow Amelia Greystone’s quiet life is upended by murder for a third time, this one striking dangerously close to home. A mysterious clue hidden in her late husband’s desk compels her to investigate—a decision that forces her to confront the possibility that she didn’t know her husband at all, and their life together was a lie.As Amelia and Henry’s paths intertwine, a second body is found, dragging them deep into the shadows of London’s underworld. There, the lines between loyalty and betrayal blur, and the answers they seek may cost more than they’re prepared to lose.Dark secrets, surprising twists, and a relentless killer collide in this gripping historical mystery.This third novel in The Field & Greystone series set on the dark streets of Victorian London is perfect for fans of Irina Shapiro, Andrea Penrose, and Charles Finch. Read more

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With a wolf by her side and a spirit for backup, a young psychic hunts the killer who stalks her.Hailey Arquette uses ancestry rooted in the occult to hide her gifts in the small southern town of Hamchet, Texas. Experiencing a victim’s last moments when touching an object isn’t something she can turn off, but helps her to navigate the shadowy world where betrayal walks hand in hand with a smile.A threat against family forces Agent Trenton Briner back to Texas and into a mystery steeped in whispers of Vodou and magic. At each turn, he finds the raven-haired woman who has haunted his dreams.As Hailey and Trenton join forces to solve the murder of a teenage girl, their chemistry simmers in the background but can’t be ignored.When an unknown entity saves Hailey’s life, she discovers she’s not the only one holding secrets and is willing to risk everything to learn the truth.Perfect in Death is the first book of a bone-chilling supernatural mystery series with lovable characters, a wolf dog, and a slow-burn romance. Read more

The darkest secrets often hide in plain sight…When a body is found on a lonely cliff top path, the angelic face of a murdered teenager lies facing the rising sun. Strangled by the hands of an unknown killer, it falls to DI Tom Janssen and his fledgling team to find out how she came to be there. Destined for a career in medicine, one to rival that of her parents, Holly Bettany’s future was as bright as it had been privileged. Seemingly, all that could threaten this promising teenager’s life was Holly herself.In an idyllic coastal setting, Janssen must unpick the layers of deceit within a close-knit community that threaten to reveal scandal at every turn. Holly had a secret… and she knew the secrets of others… Who was prepared to kill in order to keep them hidden? What happens if another comes to know what she did? One thing is certain… a brutal killer has no boundaries…Set within the mysterious beauty of coastal Norfolk, this fast-paced British detective novel is a dark murder mystery with a little humour, one that will keep you guessing until the very end when the final shocking twist is revealed.One Lost Soul is the explosive debut in a new series of crime thrillers from the million selling British author, JM Dalgliesh, the author of the Dark Yorkshire books, perfect for fans of LJ Ross, JD Kirk, Angela Marsons, Joy Ellis and Damien Boyd. Read more

‘I couldn't put it down… I genuinely loved it… So vivid, like I was right there with them… I would definitely recommend it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Join Ally McKinley at her cosy little guesthouse in the Scottish Highlands for whisky by the fire, beautiful mountain views and… a murder to solve? For recently retired Ally McKinley, the tiny village of Locharran is the perfect place to open the guesthouse of her dreams in a lovingly restored old Scottish malthouse. Before long she is making friends with the locals, including Hamish Sinclair, the earl who owns the nearby castle. But things take an unexpected turn when her first paying guest, American tourist Wilbur Carrington, is found sprawled across her cobblestoned courtyard with a dagger in his back…With the police baffled, Ally’s instincts get the better of her, and she can’t resist launching her own investigation. In no time at all she and her Labrador puppy Flora are on the case, making enquiries over tea and excellent shortbread. She finds that Wilbur, a keen amateur genealogist, was convinced that he was the rightful Earl of Locharran… Even worse, he had plans that would put many people out of their jobs and even their homes.But which of the locals resorted to murder? The hotel owner furiously trying to save his business? Locharran Castle’s fiercely loyal housekeeper who’d do anything for the earl? Or the earl himself, whose entire way of life was threatened by what Wilbur knew?Looking for clues, Ally finds a faded photograph in a hidden drawer in Wilbur’s room. Could this be the key to solving the mystery? But when one of her suspects dies in a suspicious accident, Ally realises that things are getting a wee bit too close for comfort… Can she uncover the truth or will a killer get off scot-free?An utterly unputdownable new Scottish cosy mystery series from bestselling author Dee MacDonald. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Clare Chase.What readers are saying about Murder in the Scottish Highlands:‘Absolutely brilliant!!... Amazing!!... Another addictive beauty by the very talented Dee!!... Clear your schedules… I absolutely devoured it in one sitting as it was 100% addictive!!... Addictive and page-turning… Perfect to read in front of the fire… Fantastic!!!’bookwormwhitlock86,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What an absolute riot… Had me smiling and laughing all the way through. I just loved everything about it… Breathtaking… Kept me on my toes.’ YorkshireCarly‘I galloped through this in a matter of hours... On my must-read list… First-class... Fast-paced, witty and full of unpredictable plot twists... Kept me guessing until the very end… Brilliant... Has winner written all over it... A triumph!’ Bookish Jottings‘So so cozy!!! Positively delightful… I honestly wanted to jump into the book and help solve the case!... Just when you think there won't be another twist, there’s another one right around the corner!!... Kept me on my toes the whole time.’ kelsgrxce‘Watch out Miss Marple, Ally McKinley is on the case!... Will keep you glued to your seat. This book pairs well with a cup of tea.’ dianelikestoread, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Couldn’t put it down until I turned the last page. Yeah, it’s that good!... Will keep you guessing until the end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Amazing read to curl up by the fire with! Heart-warming and quirky with the amazing cozy backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Best enjoyed with a warm cup of tea!’ thatbookishthea,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

In the eerie stillness of a moonlit night, a ravenkeeper is brutally murdered outside the Tower of London. The only potential witness, his daughter, missing...Scotland Yard Inspector Henry Field has few clues to follow but is determined to prove his quick rise through the ranks of the Metropolitan Police wasn’t simply because of his last name. Yet when the ravenkeeper’s daughter is found, the case becomes even more complicated.Discovering the frightened, disheveled girl on her doorstep is a shocking start to widow Amelia Greystone’s day. So is the inspector assigned to the case—the same one who has yet to solve her husband’s murder.Soon the investigation takes a dangerous turn that rouses fear of the legend surrounding the Tower’s ravens and threatens the Queen herself.Can the unlikely pair protect the newly orphaned girl and halt the killer before he strikes again?Fans of Irina Shapiro, Andrea Penrose, and Miss Scarlet and the Duke will enjoy this mystery series set on the dark streets of Victorian London. Read more

AN ENTHRALLING MURDER MYSTERY WITH A TWIST“There are some unexpected twists in the plot and a few laughs along the way and the reader is kept guessing until all is revealed in the end.” Annie“A great book that you won't want to put down.” Alan“This murder mystery is a real page turner, I was hooked from start to finish. The descriptions of the Greek island were so vibrant I felt I was actually there.” AngelaPlease note this was originally published as Nemesis of the Dead.SOMEONE’S POISONING PARADISEDetective Inspector Jack Dawes and his bride, Corrie, join eight other holidaymakers bound for a tiny Greek island, ready for a bit of sun, sea and sand. One of them is a ruthless killer.Mayhem ensues when a storm destroys the island’s primitive communications, cutting it off from civilization. IT’S A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR MURDER.First one victim is poisoned, followed swiftly by another. Then a woman is found badly beaten in a quiet cove and a body is found in a grotto to St Sophia, the island’s patron saint. The island’s visitors are being picked off one by one. Can Jack uncover the truth before the killer ups the ante?Who will return home — and who will be sacrificed to the island?Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, LJ Ross, JR Ellis, Angela Marsons or Faith Martin.MEET THE DETECTIVESDetective Inspector Jack Dawes, tall and handsome, looks like the fuzz even when he’s off-duty. He rose up through the ranks at Scotland Yard and now is a well-respected detective in the murder squad. A career copper, he was married to the job until he met Coriander during a money laundering investigation, the case which earned him his promotion to DI. He has logical analytical skills. She has intuitive people skills. So he bounces ideas off her. They make a formidable and funny couple whose skills combine to solve crimes.DETECTIVE INSPECTOR JACK DAWES MYSTERY SERIESBook 1: THE GREEK ISLAND KILLERBook 2: THE BLUEBELL KILLERBook 3: THE SHETLAND KILLERBook 4: THE GALLOWS GREEN KILLERBook 5: THE MOON KILLERBook 6: THE KINGS MARKET KILLER

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All she could see in the fog…was the truthWhen five friends embark on a hiking holiday across the Lincolnshire Wolds, little did they know that one of them wouldn’t return. The fog is thick, the morning air is frigid, and when the clouds finally lift, Lily Hughes’s body is discovered at the bottom of a steep slope.Detective Inspector George Larson is lost; the strain of so many deaths, the responsibility he bears, and the memory of his beloved wife has forced him to take leave. He whiles away the days in his little cottage, leaving the investigation to his trusted Detective Sergeant, Ivy Hart. It’s only when the weight of the burden becomes evident that he steps in. The question is, is he returning to work for her sake, or is he running from a truth he cannot bear to face?Lily Hughes’s friends are close. Lifelong friends that would do anything for each other. But when George begins to pick at the surface, cracks in the bonds appear that only through sound police work and tenacity, can he prise open to reveal the killer.What secret did Lily discover? Will the bond that ties the friends together prove strong enough for them to get through the ordeal? And who has a past so terrible, they would do anything to conceal it?The Devil Inside Her is the fourth book in the bestselling Deadly Wolds crime series from the million-selling author, Jack Cartwright, the author of the Wild Fens Mystery series, and the DCI Cook Mysteries. Read more

A young girl—a mudlark—is found dead on the muddy bank of the Thames in her best dress, a crystal perfume bottle clutched in her lifeless hand...Fearing foul play, widow Amelia Greystone sends for Scotland Yard Inspector Henry Field—the man still haunted by his failure to solve her husband’s murder. Though the trust between them is fragile, Amelia believes Henry is the only one capable of delivering justice.Henry soon confirms Amelia’s suspicion but is met with orders to abandon the case. He refuses to turn a blind eye and reluctantly agrees that Amelia aid him as he conducts a clandestine investigation.As secrets unravel, a second body surfaces, and the pair unearth a plot with chilling ties to the government. When Amelia’s personal demons threaten to drive her into the killer’s path, Henry must confront his own fears to not only save her but stop the villain.This second novel in The Field & Greystone series set on the dark streets of Victorian London is perfect for fans of Irina Shapiro, Charles Finch, and Andrea Penrose. Read more

‘A sparklingly delicious confection to satisfy the mystery reader’s appetite’ Helena Dixon, bestselling author of the Miss Underhay MysteriesWhen a body turned up at her last catering gig it certainly put people off the hors d’oeuvres. With a reputation to salvage, Jodie’s determined that her next job for the village’s festival will go off without a hitch.But when chaos breaks out, Jodie Parker somehow always finds herself caught up in the picture. The body of a writer from the festival is discovered at the bottom of a cliff, and the prime suspect turns out to be the guest of honour, the esteemed painter Duncan Stovall.With her background in the Met police, Jodie has got solving cases down to a fine art so she knows things are rarely as they seem.Can she find the killer before the village faces another brush with death?The second book in the Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker cozy mystery series. Can be read as a standalone. A humorous cosy mystery with a British female sleuth in a small village. Includes one of Jodie's Tried and Tested Recipes! Written in British English. Mild profanity and peril. Read more

The FIRST BOOK in an irresistibly charming British village murder mystery series full of twists and turns…Meet Ellie Swan... an introverted bookworm with a history degree stuck at a crossroads. After putting her degree to work in a TV studio's historical continuity department for years, the studio merges with a giant streaming service and Ellie loses her dream job. She finds herself working in a coffee shop to make ends meet, and while waiting for the perfect opportunity to come along... she gets a phone call informing her that her dear Granny Maggie has broken her hip.Leaving the city and her coffee shop job behind, Ellie returns to her quaint hometown of Meadowfield to care for her grandmother, but she finds more than just the family's beloved bookshop, Meadowfield Books, in disarray. Granny Maggie's hip was broken during a robbery gone wrong, and the thief—a relative of a deceased local author—is found dead. The item the thief stole? The local author's final manuscript.While juggling caring for her grandmother and running the failing bookshop, Ellie finds herself in a web of mystery and murder, as she encounters a cast of characters each with a motive for coveting the author's final manuscript. Utilising her passion for history and her old community ties, Ellie untangles a series of clever clues and red herrings. From the financial desperation of the thief's father to the secretive actions of a local historian and antique dealer, the plot thickens when another of the family is also found dead. With a knack for history and a heart for sleuthing, Ellie uncovers hidden truths, from coveted manuscripts to clandestine motives, but can Ellie's keen insights and tenacity ensure justice is served? And will she find a renewed sense of purpose in her long-forgotten home?Find out in The Last Draft, the first book in the NEW Meadowfield Mysteries series, a quintessentially British cozy mystery series packed with heart, charm, and a cracking mystery full twists and turns. Perfect for those who love a good puzzle served up with a side of homemade scones and village gossip.Discover the secrets of Meadowfield, where every page turned is a clue unveiled... Read more