Une ex-actrice à l'imagination débordante, un chat grincheux et un meurtre énigmatique : prêts pour un cosy mystery au bord de la Méditerranée ? Lorsqu'elle débarque sur la Côte d'Azur, Calypso Finn, fraîchement divorcée, s'imaginait siroter des caipirinhas et lire des romans policiers affalée sur un transat. À la place, elle découvre le corps d'un inconnu dans sa cave. Le temps de prévenir les autorités, voilà le cadavre échangé avec un autre. Qui la prendra au sérieux alors qu'elle fait équipe avec une vieille tante adepte de la divination dans le champagne et… un chat ronchon ? Certainement pas le commandant de police, Vadim Pavlov, aussi jovial qu’un moine ayant fait vœu de silence. Mais ce chat n'est pas n'importe quel chat ; il s'agit de Poker, un vieux matou des rues qui n’aspire qu’à une chose, déguster des croquettes en paix dans sa brocante. Depuis que le tourbillon Calypso est entré dans sa vie, Poker n’a plus qu’une solution : l’aider à résoudre son enquête pour retrouver la tranquillité au plus vite. Si vous aimez les intrigues à la Miss Marple ou Agatha Raisin, l’ambiance Côte d’Azur, et les chats, vous allez adorer ce cosy mystery, parfait pour l'été. Alice Quinn est la romancière de romans feel-good « La Petite Fabrique du Bonheur », « Mes yeux pour ton cœur », « Brille, tant que tu vis ! » et « Le Parfum de la tendresse », d'une série de comédies à suspense (funny cosy mystery), et de polars historiques ayant lieu à Cannes à la Belle-Époque, avec Maupassant dans le rôle principal. Sandra Nelson est romancière et autrice jeunesse. Elle écrit des comédies, des romances et des cosy mystery. Elle est aussi scénariste et journaliste.

Le Chat du rocher

Le Chat du Rocher, Un meurtre peut en cacher un autre

« Je suis votre femme de chambre. J’en sais tellement sur vous. Mais en fin de compte, vous : que savez-vous vraiment de moi ? » Bienvenue au prestigieux hôtel Regency Grand, avec ses tapis de velours rouge, ses dorures et ses employés plus rocambolesques les uns que les autres. La jeune Molly, discrète, solitaire et zélée, y travaille comme femme de chambre et en connaît tous les recoins. Un jour, elle trouve la richissime Mme Black dans sa suite, paniquée, aux côtés du corps sans vie de son mari – une pagaille bien compliquée à ordonner. Mêlée malgré elle à cette étrange affaire de meurtre, Molly mène l’enquête, aidée de quelques précieux collègues et amis. Elle va alors découvrir que, derrière la magnifique façade, le Regency Grand cache bien des secrets. Plus d’un million d’exemplaires vendus dans le monde.

La Femme de chambre

L'extravagante Priscilla Tempest est l'attachée de presse du très prestigieux hôtel Savoy à Londres. Au cœur des fringantes années 1960, l'établissement accueille des invités célèbres : Elizabeth Taylor et Richard Burton se crêpent le chignon dans le lobby, des membres de la famille royale folâtrent dans les couloirs… Rien qui ne saurait entacher la réputation du lieu. Rien, sauf peut-être ce cadavre retrouvé dans la suite 705 ? Un meurtre au Savoy ? Shocking ! Les soupçons se portent rapidement sur Priscilla, qui se remet de ses excès de champagne de la veille. Elle doit pourtant mener l'enquête si elle veut sauver sa tête ! Pas simple quand on a un sérieux don pour s'attirer des ennuis, et qu'un journaliste agaçant de charme décide de fourrer son nez partout.

Bienvenue à l'hôtel Savoy

Bienvenue à l'hôtel Savoy - Tome 1 - Le crime de la chambre 705

Après un divorce et la faillite de son agence de détectives, Marion retourne vivre à Crouzon, son village natal auvergnat. Mais entre la mauvaise humeur de sa fille Lola et les retrouvailles avec son ancien amour de jeunesse, ce nouveau départ est difficile. L'adolescente vit mal ce parachutage en province et a l'art de le faire savoir. Respirer, répondre avec humour et philosophie, ne pas « oublier » sa fille à la station-service : Marion maîtrise. Le pire reste à venir lorsque Lola devient la principale suspecte d'une série de cambriolages. Marion ressort alors ses caméras espion et mène sa propre enquête pour tenter d'innocenter sa fille. De mémoire de Crouzonnais, on n'a jamais vu ça ! ©2023 Éditions Eyrolles

Petits mystères en campagne

Après un divorce, à 48 ans, Prudence Poivert hérite d’une superbe maison de campagne dans une petite bourgade près de Bordeaux. Bien décidée à profiter de sa liberté retrouvée, elle s’y installe… mais la vie à la campagne est d’un ennui mortel ! Un jour de déprime, elle décide d’aller visiter les sites pittoresques des environs. Rien de passionnant, jusqu’à ce qu’elle tombe nez à nez avec le cadavre de l’odieux dentiste du village ! L’homme a été empoisonné avec des cannelés avant d’être poussé à l’eau. Suspect numéro un : le neveu de Prudence, un jeune homme qu’elle trouve très « crétin » mais qui est le dernier à avoir vu la victime vivante. Prudence Poivert, qui n’a pas la langue dans sa poche et les deux pieds dans le même sabot, prend les choses en main. Hors de question de laisser tomber l’un des siens !

Les enquêtes de Prudence Poivert

Les enquêtes de Prudence Poivert : Mortelles Douceurs - Tome 1

McNulty's Meats, one of Stonebridge's oldest businesses, is about to be taken over in a lucrative deal that would make brothers Ron and Kevin very rich men indeed. Unfortunately for them, local activist Tyler Love has other ideas. Convinced that the deal would be bad for the town, he burns the business to the ground and inadvertently kills himself in the process. As least, that's what the police think. Tyler's mum disagrees and pleads with amateur sleuths Adam and Colin to investigate. Although, going up against the psychopathic McNulty brothers, a rival businessman, a group of hippies, and a girlfriend with secrets of her own might not be such a good idea. . .Someone has something to hide, and will go to great lengths to keep that secret buried.

Stonebridge Mystery

Meat is Murder

The Stonebridge Regatta is looming. The town's annual face-off against neighbouring Meadowfield is usually a weekend filled with sunshine, laughter and camaraderie. This year is different. A week before the race, the body of Stonebridge team captain Matthew Henderson is found dead in the water. The police file his passing as a tragic accident however, his grieving widow disagrees and suspects foul play is involved. She enlists the help of Adam and Colin, the town's amateur (self-proclaimed) private detectives to unearth the truth. Did Matthew simply slip and fall into the water, or is there more to his death below the surface?

Dead in the Water

Join James, Beth and the regulars as they celebrate Whitsun and embark on another thrilling adventure. Having picked up a commendation from Sussex Police, Lord Harrington and his wife, Beth are given a curious task by DCI George Lane - to observe Theodore Livingstone, Member of Parliament, who has a second home in Cavendish. James and Beth discover that Theodore is not to be crossed and that his son, Maximillian, is the editor of a salacious gossip magazine. Both are boorish men, driven by money and power. And when a body is discovered, with links to the Livingstone family, James puts his sleuthing skills to the test. But why doesn't DCI Lane trust his own people, and who is the mysterious man following James?

Lord James Harrington Mysteries

Lord James Harrington and the Whitsun Mystery

“A super cozy mystery… The perfect pick up for a weekend read by the fire. It has everything… Hijinks, who-dun-its, loveable characters, and a wonderful setting. And a main character who is FIERCE” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ She can write the perfect murder mystery… But can she solve one in real life? Meet Jen Dawson, mystery writer, coffee lover, and amateur detective? Crime writer Jen returns to her small hometown with a bestselling book behind her and a bad case of writer’s block. Finding sanctuary in the local bookstore, with an endless supply of coffee, Jen waits impatiently for inspiration to strike. But when the owner of the bookstore dies suddenly in mysterious circumstances, Jen has a real-life murder to solve. The stakes are suddenly higher when evidence places Jen at the scene of the crime and the reading of the will names her as the new owner of the bookstore … Can she crack the case and clear her name, before the killer strikes again? Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Lauren Elliott and Ellery Adams, this is an absolutely gripping new bookish cozy crime series that will have you hooked from the very first page. Readers adore Murder at the Bookstore:“Warm, amusing, and relatable… A very entertaining cozy mystery… A relaxing night-time read, and it was perfect for that… I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I loved trying to figure out the murder before I got to the end. This was a cozy, page-turning read” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This ingenious author has written a cannot put down novel” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Bookstore Mystery Series

Murder at the Bookstore

"Très divertissant. Chaudement recommandé pour la bibliothèque de tout lecteur qui apprécie un mystère bien écrit avec des rebondissements et une intrigue intelligente. Vous ne serez pas déçu. C’est un excellent moyen de passer un week-end hivernal!" --Books and Movie Reviews (à propos de Meurtre au Manoir) UNE VILLA EN SICILE : MEURTRE ET HUILE D’OLIVE est le premier roman d'une captivante nouvelle série de cosy mysteries par l'auteur à succès Fiona Grace, auteur de Meurtre au Manoir, un best-seller n°1 avec plus de 100 critiques cinq étoiles (et un téléchargement gratuit)! Audrey Smart, 34 ans, est une brillante vétérinaire, mais elle en a assez de ses clients exigeants qui pensent en savoir plus qu’elle et qui ne se soucient pas de leurs animaux. Epuisée par ses heures de travail interminables, elle se demande si le moment n’est pas venu de donner à sa vie une nouvelle direction. Et lorsqu’une réunion d’anciens camarades de lycée (ainsi que ses espoirs de voir se raviver un ancien amour) se termine en catastrophe, Audrey comprend que le moment est venu d’entreprendre un changement. Quand Audrey voit une annonce pour une maison à 1$ en Sicile, elle est captivée. Le seul problème, c'est que la maison nécessite des rénovations, domaine dont elle ignore à peu près tout. Elle se demande si cela pourrait se réaliser - et si elle saurait se montrer assez folle pour se lancer. Audrey peut-elle refaire sa vie et sa carrière – ainsi que la maison de ses rêves - dans un beau village sicilien ? Et pourquoi pas y trouver l'amour? Ou alors, une mort inattendue - qu'elle seule peut résoudre - mettra-t-elle fin à tous ses plans? Certains rêves sont-ils trop beaux pour être vrais? Un cosy plein de mystère, de rires, d'intrigues, de rénovations, d'animaux, de cuisine, de vin - et bien sûr, d'amour - UNE VILLA EN SICILE saura vous captiver et vous tenir en haleine jusqu’à la toute dernière page. "Le livre avait du cœur et toute l'histoire fonctionnait de manière très fluide, sans sacrifier ni l'intrigue, ni la personnalité. J'ai adoré les personnages – il y avait tellement de personnages fantastiques ! J'ai hâte de lire ce que Fiona Grace nous réserve pour la suite !" -- Critique d'Amazon (à propos de Meurtre au Manoir) "Wow, ce livre décolle et ne s'arrête jamais ! Je n'ai pas pu le poser ! Je recommande chaudement pour ceux qui aiment un super cosy mystery avec des rebondissements, des retournements, de la romance et un parent perdu depuis longtemps ! Je lis le prochain livre en ce moment même !" -- Critique d'Amazon (à propos de Meurtre au Manoir) "Ce livre va à un rythme plutôt soutenu. Il a tout juste le bon mélange de personnages, de lieux et d'émotions. J’ai eu du mal à le reposer et j'espère lire le prochain livre de la série." -- Critique d'Amazon (à propos de Meurtre au Manoir) Les livres n° 2 et n° 3 de la série – UN CADAVRE ET DES FIGUES et VIN ET MORT - sont désormais également disponibles!

Un Cozy Mystery entre Chats et Chiens

Une Villa en Sicile : Meurtre et Huile d’Olive (Un Cozy Mystery entre Chats et Chiens – Livre 1)

The small town of Snowberry Creek, Washington, is gearing up for the Halloween Festival, and naturally, Abby is on the planning committee. As part of her duties, she's picking up a pumpkin order from ornery farmer Ronald Minter. But what she finds instead is the farmer in the middle of his corn maze with a knife in his back. The police suspect a homeless veteran named Kevin Montgomery, who was seen arguing with Minter when the farmer accused him of trespassing and stealing pumpkins. Abby's tenant Tripp Blackston, a veteran himself who’s been helping Kevin, is sure he’s innocent. Together, Abby and Tripp follow the twists and turns of the case to corner the corn-maze killer—before someone else meets a dead end.

An Abby McCree Mystery

Death by Jack-o’-Lantern

Ghislaine de Lorgny wants just one thing in this life: revenge on the man who destroyed her life. Nicholas Blackthorne wants two things: to keep Ghislaine from killing him and to get her into his bed. Kidnapping her and taking her, kicking and screaming, across half of Europe is only the beginning of their adventures. He has a black heart and a remorseless soul; she has fierce determination and a score to settle.

A Rose at Midnight

Bath, England, 1892. Celebrated mystery author Lady Amy Lovell is set to tie the knot with Lord William Wethington, a fellow member of the Mystery Book Club of Bath. Amy's great-aunt, Lady Priscilla Granville, has offered to host their wedding at her stately Derby Manor House. But on the eve of the ceremony, the festive air in the drawing room is marred by Mrs. Alice Finch's argument with her husband, Albert, in another room. The next morning at the wedding breakfast, Alice falls face-first into her breakfast—dead. When Amy and William's favorite detectives are summoned to the house, they see two champagne glasses in front of Mrs. Finch and none in front of her husband. Did Albert give his wife a poisoned drink? Always looking for the easiest solution, the detectives charge Albert with the murder. But Lady Amy is not convinced that Albert is guilty. There are too many things that don't add up. In the hopes of being able to leave Bath and begin their honeymoon, Amy and William once again take things into their own hands. Suspects begin to pop up, but nothing takes them more by surprise than the discovery of a second body. Stuck in Bath until the whole poisonous predicament is solved, Amy and William are anxious to collar the perfidious poisoner and be on their way to their honeymoon. If they can't catch the killer, not only is their newlywed bliss under threat but they may not live to see happily-ever-after at all…

A Victorian Book Club Mystery

The Mystery of Albert E. Finch

Part-time reporter Lucy Stone doesn’t know what to expect as she arrives on a private Maine island owned by eccentric billionaire Scott Newman, only that the exclusive experience should make for a very intriguing feature story. An avid environmentalist, Scott has stripped the isolated property of modern conveniences in favor of an extreme eco-friendly lifestyle. A trip to Holiday Island is like traveling back to the nineteenth century, and it turns out other residents aren’t exactly enthusiastic about living without cell service and electricity. Before Lucy can get the full scoop on Scott, she is horrified to find one of his daughters dead at the bottom of a seaside cliff. The young woman’s tragic end gets pinned as an accident, but a sinister plot unfolds when there’s a sudden disappearance… Stuck on a clammy island with murder suspects aplenty, the simple life isn’t so idyllic after all. Now, Lucy must tap into the limited resources around her to outwit a cold-blooded killer—before it’s lights out for her next!

A Lucy Stone Mystery

Invitation Only Murder

Bailey Walsh thought saving a litter of puppies right before Christmas was the perfect Christmas miracle. But when she gets snowed in with her veterinarian boss, who is somehow incredibly sexy and incredibly grinchy, she finds it miraculous in a whole other way.

Silver Bell Falls

A Christmas Rescue

When she receives an exquisite copy of the Kama Sutra from her best friend, Robin, to appraise and restore, Brooklyn Wainwright anticipates both recreating a beautiful book and spicing up her love life. But then Robin's apartment is ransacked, and the great guy she recently met is murdered in her bed. Now Robin is the #1 suspect. Obviously, exploring the Kama Sutra's bliss will have to wait until after Brooklyn finds the killer...

Bibliophile Mystery

Murder Under Cover

Known for its cheerful staff and elaborate annual Easter Bonnet Contest, the Heritage House senior center regularly attracts new residents and positive press. But once the town’s retired librarian, Miss Julia Tilley, checks in to recover from an illness, Lucy sees a side of the facility that isn’t quite so perfect and pristine. And the place may soon be making headlines for different reasons following an unexplained disappearance… Lucy can’t fathom how Agnes Neal could go missing from assisted living over a silly Easter bonnet contest or why few seem concerned as signs point to foul play. A retired journalist with an independent mind, Agnes had an eye for detail and little interest in conforming to catty cliques or rules set by her caretakers—traits that threatened some and angered others… While police stall the investigation without answers, Lucy realizes backstabbing has no age limit when alarming parallels bloom between her daughter’s college frenemies and social circles at Heritage House. Gathering clues as flimsy as a half-eaten milk-chocolate bunny, Lucy must discover what happened to Agnes—before her own story becomes another springtime tragedy left unsolved.

Lucy Stone

Easter Bonnet Murder

Wedding bells are chiming in the idyllic, coastal town of Stonebridge. For Sam and Emily, it should be the happiest day of their lives. But, on the morning of the ceremony, the best man is found dead. The police quickly write his death off as a tragic accident, but something doesn't seem right to wedding guest and groomsman, Adam Whyte. Armed with an encyclopaedic, but ultimately ridiculous knowledge of television detective shows and an unwarranted confidence in his own abilities, Adam and his best friend (and willing Watson) Colin, set out to uncover what actually happened to Daniel Costello.

The Curious Dispatch of Daniel Costello

Twenty years ago, Tansy was drawn to Selene’s hard edges, her grit, and her knack for survival. Since then, the confused tangle of guilt about covering up a murder shattered their friendship, and even now, at thirty-eight, Tansy has never come to terms with what happened that night. But now, Selene is back, demanding her old friend repay her. Selene’s daughter, Jupiter, attends the college where Tansy works as a guidance counselor. Selene is convinced that Jupiter’s boyfriend, Colton, is abusive and wants Tansy to intervene. As she is drawn back into the intensity of Selene’s world, Tansy discovers the ugly truth about Colton. But Tansy suspects there’s far more to the story, and now she’ll finally have to confront Selene once and for all.

The Summer We Buried

When Lucy Stone arrives at a sprawling French chateau with the whole family, it should be the trip of a lifetime—especially because she’s about to watch her oldest daughter, Elizabeth, marry the handsome, successful man of her dreams. But while navigating the vast countryside estate owned by her daughter's impenetrably wealthy in-laws-to-be, the jet-lagged mother of the bride has a creeping feeling that Elizabeth’s fairytale nuptials to Jean-Luc Schoen-Rene are destined to become a nightmare. Maternal instincts are validated the moment a body is pulled from a centuries-old moat on the property. A young woman has dropped dead under mysterious circumstances—possibly at the hands of someone at the chateau—and unflattering rumors about the Schoen-Rene line and their inner circle flow like champagne. Then there’s the matter of Elizabeth’s hunky ex beau showing up on the scene as she prepares to walk down the aisle... With tensions building, personalities clashing, and real dangers emerging at the chateau, Lucy is determined to protect her family, together for the first time in years, and expose the one responsible. She’ll have to locate the culprit among a list of worldly jilted lovers and potential criminal masterminds or Elizabeth’s trip down the aisle could end in tragedy...

Lucy Stone Mysteries

Mother of the Bride Murder

Christmas is approaching, and Lena Markham finds herself penniless, friendless, and nearly hopeless. She is trying to restart her life after false accusations landed her in prison, but job opportunities are practically nonexistent. When a secondhand red coat unexpectedly lands her a job as Mrs. Santa at a department store, Lena finally thinks her luck is changing. But can she keep her past a secret?

Christmas at Harrington's

First published in 1846, Fyodor Dostoyevsky's novella "The Double" is a classic doppelgänger and the second major work published by the author. It is the story of Yakov Petrovich Golyadkin, a government clerk who believes that a fellow clerk has taken over his identity and is determined to bring about his ruin. Considered the most Gogolesque of Dostoyevsky's works, the novella brilliantly depicts Golyadkin's descent into madness in a way that is hauntingly poetic. "The Double" illustrates Dostoyevsky's uncanny ability at capturing the complexity of human emotion especially the darker side of the human psyche.

The Double - Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky

This audiobook box set includes the first three books in the paranormal Mystic Inn Mystery series. Book 1, Witchy Reservations: In this paranormal cozy mystery, it's been nearly thirteen years since Angelica vowed never to return home, but now a family emergency has called her back... Book 2, Eerie Check In: When a suspicious death threatens to put the enchanted town of Silverlake on the map for all the wrong reasons, it'll take all witches on deck to solve the crime. Book 3, Untimely Departure: In the third book of this paranormal cozy series, it's Halloween, and frog curses, poisoned candy apples, and a wayward vampire are only the half of it.

Mystic Inn Mystery

Mystic Inn Mystery: Books 1-3

When intrepid reporter Abigail Dixon swaps Paris for an English manor to cover the wedding of the year, she expects afternoon tea on the lawn and cocktails in the drawing room, not a man lying dead in a stream and a woman strangled by her own silk stockings. Spring 1925. Abigail Dixon arrives in Somerset to report on the high-society wedding of an American car tycoon’s son and an English aristocrat’s daughter. But when a man is murdered on a trout-fishing expedition, and the quaint village abuzz with gossip of a local woman discovered dead in London, Abigail quickly finds herself entangled in a web of murder and scandal. As she investigates, Abigail unearths some dark secrets lurking within Darrington Manor and clues linking the two murders. From the lovelorn estate manager to a tight-lipped butler and local mechanic with an axe to grind, everyone is a possible suspect. Determined to expose the culprit, and with danger lurking at every turn, can Abigail unveil the truth before the ‘wedding of the year’ becomes the obituary column? Fans of Agatha Christie and Downton Abbey will devour this page-turning 1920s whodunit brimming with twists, red herrings, and charming period detail. Readers love Abigail Dixon! ‘A beautifully and witty written book!! Paris and mysteries have my heart, this book was a meant to be for me lol!!’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘Bravo, what an excellent start to a new series! A brilliant cozy mystery that’s full of fashion and intrigue. Abigail Dixon is a fantastic character – strong, sassy and confidant.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘Cozy mystery at its finest!!!!!’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘Think Agatha Christie in Murder She Wrote... A fast-paced historical cozy with interesting characters, beautiful descriptions of couture gowns, a touch of romance and a surprise killer.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘What a delight! Set in 1925 Paris, there is the overhang of the war yet the twenties sparkle is starting... The plot was well crafted, with enough twists and turns to keep the reader on their toes. This was a most entertaining read.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘Absolutely loved this! I fell in love with the plucky reporter and can’t wait to read more about her and her newspaper assignments. 5 stars – praying for more!’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘It’s a superbly well-written historical mystery. I loved it so much that Abigail met Hemingway and Coco Chanel, among other personalities.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘Awesome murder mystery. I loved how it all came together in the big reveal. The mystery was complex with lots of layers and red herrings. Cannot wait for the next book.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘A delightful murder mystery that leaves the reader eager to follow Abby’s adventures in Paris.’ Reader review, ?????????? ‘I devoured this right away... I love

An Abigail Dixon Mystery

Death at Darrington Manor

From USA Today bestselling author Harper Lin! Right before Christmas, Fair Haven is celebrating its annual Ice Fishing Jubilee. When a bad-mannered lawyer is found frozen to death inside his fishing shack, the police soon discover he was really shot. The prime suspect is local ice-fishing legend Jim Campbell, but Maggie thinks he is innocent. The culprit could be the long-suffering wife or the mistress, and soon, Maggie is off doing her own investigating, dragging Joshua along for the ride. As her boss, Joshua couldn’t possibly be romantically interested in her. So why did he hold her so close at the town dance? As Christmas nears, Maggie catches a killer and also a kiss under mistletoe. Listen to the Christmas-themed fourth book in The Bookish Cafe Mysteries, a cozy mystery series with romance.

Bookish Café Mysteries

Crime Before Christmas

Two timelines, one story. Gold, family secrets and an astrolabe bring them together across the years. 2023 When Danielle Roberts inherits a boarding house in Charters Towers, her first thought is that it’s a scam. Assured by the solicitor it isn’t, she decides to make a quick trip and sort everything out. She has no intention of staying. A pastry chef, she owns a café in Redcliffe. The first person she sees when she arrives, is the last person she wants to see. Brett Bainbridge, her first boyfriend, broke her heart when he walked out on her. Now, here he is, standing in her garden bed. 1872 Eloise le Gerseul has travelled from Jersey in the Channel Islands to Australia with her father and sister. Gold brought them to Charters Towers where Eloise meets William Hatton, the wealthiest goldminer in the north. Then her father dies and Eloise is left with her sister, Emily. Soon after her wedding to William, life takes a strange turn for Eloise. Her dear Bill goes away on business and Eloise waits and waits for his return. She worries that he’s had an accident. When he arrives home, he won’t speak to her. Eloise doesn’t understand what has happened. Eventually, Eloise realises that she’s dead.

The Cook, The Ghost and her Sister

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR FICTION The darkly comic new novel from the bestselling author of The Portable Veblen ﻿'Incredibly funny and very moving’ BELLA MACKIE 'A blissful novel that I want to give to everyone I love’ NINA STIBBE ‘Even funnier, even more romantic than McKenzie’s wonderful last’ KAREN JOY FOWLER Penny Rush has problems. Freshly divorced from her mobile knife-sharpener husband, she has returned home to Santa Barbara to deal with her grandfather, who is being moved into a retirement home by his cruel second wife. Her grandmother, meanwhile, has been found in possession of a sinister sounding weapon called ‘the scintilltor’ and something even worse in her woodshed. Penny’s parents have been missing in the Australian outback for many years now, and so Penny must deal with this spiralling family crisis alone. Enter The Dog of The North. The Dog of the North is a borrowed van, replete with yellow gingham curtains, wood panelling, a futon, a pinata, clunky brakes and difficult steering. It is also Penny’s getaway car from a failed marriage, a family in crisis and an uncertain future. This darkly, dryly comic novel follows Penny as she sets out in The Dog to find a way through the curveballs life has thrown at her and in doing so, find a way back to herself.

The Dog of the North

While exploring the attic in her cottage near the small English village of Finch, Lori Shepherd makes an extraordinary discovery: a gold and silver bracelet inlaid with gleaming garnets, which she quickly learns belonged to Aunt Dimity. When Lori brings news of the garnet bracelet to Aunt Dimity, it awakens poignant memories of a doomed romance in Aunt Dimity's past. Regretfully, Aunt Dimity asks Lori to do what she could not bring herself to do-return the bracelet to her unsuccessful suitor or to his rightful heir.

Aunt Dimity and the Buried Treasure

It's early May in the small English village of Finch and the air is crackling with excitement: a newcomer is about to move into Pussywillows, a riverside cottage with a romantic reputation. Will the cottage's newest resident prove yet again its enchanting ability to matchmake? But when Crispin Windle arrives, no one knows what to make of him: seemingly a loner, he repels every welcoming gesture and appears altogether uninterested in being a part of the community. Soon, the townspeople have all but dismissed him. Only Lori and Tommy Prescott, a young army veteran who recently moved to Finch, refuse to give up. They orchestrate a chance meeting that leads to a startling discovery: a set of overgrown ruins. They are, Aunt Dimity shares, the remains of a Victorian woolen mill that once brought prosperity to Finch. As the three explore, they stumble upon the unmarked graves of children who died working at the mill. Heartbroken, Lori, Tommy, and Mr. Windle get to work on the seemingly impossible task of identifying the children to give them a proper burial. And as Mr. Windle works tirelessly to name the forgotten children, he slowly begins to open up—giving the romantic cottage a chance to heal his heart as well.

Aunt Dimity

Aunt Dimity and the Enchanted Cottage

Some secrets hide in plain sight. Others are stolen in the dead of night… Flora Maguire has everything she could wish for—a beautiful Belgravia home, a devoted husband, and baby Arthur to dote on. But her perfect world is shattered when she accepts an invitation to tour St Philomena’s Children’s Hospital in poverty-stricken Southwark. The conditions are appalling, but the real horror lies in a chilling discovery: children are vanishing from the hospital. With the police indifferent and the hospital’s reputation on the line, Flora joins forces with Alice Finch, the formidable matron, to uncover the truth. Plunged into the treacherous underworld of Edwardian London, Flora must race against time to save the missing children before they’re lost forever. But in a world where wealth determines worth, can Flora beat the clock—or are the fates of these children sealed by the very society that failed them? Previously published as 'The Forgotten Children'. Anita Davison is a cosy crime writer with a penchant for all things historical. She now lives in the beautiful Cotswolds, the backdrop for her Flora Maquire mysteries.

A Flora Maguire Mystery

Death by the Thames: a totally addictive cosy mystery series

London, 1903: Glamour thrives, but so do deadly secrets. Amid the dazzling theatres and opulent restaurants of fashionable Knightsbridge, Flora Maguire is drawn into a web of intrigue that stretches far beyond London’s polished facade. When the body of a prominent socialite and leader of the women’s suffrage movement is discovered, Flora’s curiosity leads her to uncover mysterious letters, cryptic ties to the Foreign Office, and a chilling connection to the assassination of a Baltic king. As she pieces together the clues, Flora realises this is no ordinary murder. Her pursuit of the truth takes her dangerously close to the corridors of power—and to a killer who won’t hesitate to silence her. With shadows of war looming and her own life at stake, can Flora uncover the truth before time—and her luck—run out? Previously published as 'A Knightsbridge Scandal'. Anita Davison is a cosy crime writer with a penchant for all things historical. She now lives in the beautiful Cotswolds, the backdrop for her Flora Maquire mysteries.

Death of a Suffragette: a fast-paced historical cosy mystery series

‘Written with an incredible eye for detail of the historical setting, this wonderful romantic tale will earn your respect and keep you entertained’ Adele Parks‘If you loved Her Heart for a Compass, you will love [this book]’ Sunday Times bestselling author Fern Britton Scandals, seduction and secrets… and one woman’s quest to uncover the truth Wallflower Lady Mary Montagu Douglas Scott has a secret. Moving effortlessly unnoticed amongst the ballrooms and palaces of Queen Victoria, her sharp intelligence and keen powers of observation allow her to quietly solve society crimes – coming to the rescue of those whose pride and fortune are at stake. Overlooked and underestimated, Mary finds missing money, recovers stolen jewellery and saves reputations. When she meets Colonel Walter Trefusis, an unlikely and spirited alliance is formed. But Mary has more than met her match in her sleuthing partner. As she battles the expectations of society and her family, Mary must follow her heart – whatever the cost… Readers love A Woman of Intrigue…'This was a book that held me in thrall, at times with my heart in my mouth and at others with hope… I can't wait for the next book' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This story had everything to hold your attention for hours: romance, suspense, action and a very human tale.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I for one could not put this book down… I love the way you balance history with each character’s storyline.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A perfect blend of action, romance, and witty banter. The plot is fast-paced and gripping, the characters are well-drawn and likeable, and the dialogue is sharp and engaging… weaving together a complex and intriguing mystery that will keep you hooked until the end.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely loved this one! I devoured it.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as A Most Intriguing Lady

A Woman of Intrigue

Has Catherine Lacey been kidnapped by human hands or has the ghost of Lacey Hall ridden away with her? 1879 Sophie, Catherine’s sister, can’t answer that question. Catherine disappeared overnight. Sophie knows that Catherine had fallen in love with the ghost of the first Sir Giles Lacey, who in 1676 had won Lacey Hall in a card game. Not content with his windfall, he reclaimed land from the village to build a lake. The story goes he was murdered for it. 2019 Australian Kate Dalton reads her three times great-grandmother Sophie’s letter and travels to England to discover if Catherine had been murdered, kidnapped or whisked away by a ghost. At first, Kate isn’t welcomed at Lacey Hall, particularly by its owner. She is warned to stay away from Old Widcombe Woods and the dilapidated cottage in its midst. The woods were cursed many years ago. Then Kate sees the ghost rider. The old tale claims that every night he rides up to the house and then disappears into the lake, his destiny sealed for eternity. Kate is determined to see him up close but the present Sir Giles prevents her from going outside to him. At every turn, Kate is foiled. Then Kate sees a second ghost. After a series of accidents find Kate with head injuries and more, she starts to wonder if they are mishaps or does someone want to prevent her from discovering what happened to Catherine and, ultimately, from uncovering a mystery that has its seed planted by the first Sir Giles. Kate doesn’t see the final danger approaching.

The Ghost Rider

Landscape designer Alice Bloom anticipated lush gardens at a tropical island retreat—until a murder disrupts paradise, and she finds herself digging up clues to uncover a killer. Amid tropical intrigue and blooming relationships, can Alice prune the list of suspects before the killer strikes again? A Mystery in Bloom: Scandal in the Saffron (An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery—Book 4) is the fourth novel in a new series by cozy mystery author Fiona Grace. The series begins with A Mystery in Bloom: Murder in the Marigolds (Book 1). The Alice Bloom series is a page-turning, charming cozy mystery that invites you into a picturesque setting, packed with humor, romance, and surprise twists and turns. You’ll be up well past bedtime as you fall in love with your new favorite female protagonist. Future books in the series are also available!

An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery

A Mystery in Bloom: Scandal in the Saffron (An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery—Book 4)

Bath, England, 1891. Mr. James Harding was a lot of things—businessman, well-to-do, probable scoundrel—but a drinker he most assuredly was not. So when Harding is believed to have drunkenly fallen to his death into the icy River Avon, Lord William Wethington is immediately suspicious. Finding Lord William's name on a letter in the victim's pocket, the local constabulary summons William to identify the victim. Police detectives learn that William had been one of Harding's business clients—and undoubtedly not the only client the dead man had cheated. William entreats Lady Amy Lovell, a fellow member of the Mystery Book Club of Bath, to help him deduce what really happened to the late Mr. Harding. Lady Amy, a celebrated mystery author herself, once called on William to help her solve a real-life mystery, and now she fully intends to return the favor. But it won't be easy. Practically every one of Harding's many clients had ample reason to want to do him in. And there's precious little time to narrow down the list: William and Amy soon become prime suspects themselves when the police discover them ruffling through files in Harding's house. Lady Amy will have to be as clever as her characters if she's to save William from the gallows... and herself from Harding's real killer.

The Sign of Death

Food anthropologist Miriam Quiñones-Smith's move from New York to Coral Shores, Miami, puts her academic career on hold to stay at home with her young son. Adding to her funk is an opinionated mother-in-law and a husband rekindling a friendship with his ex. Gracias to her best friend, Alma, she gets a short-term job as a Caribbean cooking expert on a Spanish-language morning TV show. But when the newly minted star attends a Women's Club luncheon, a socialite sitting at her table suddenly falls face-first into the chicken salad, never to nibble again. When a second woman dies soon after, suspicions coalesce around a controversial Cuban herbalist, Dr. Fuentes—especially after the morning show's host collapses while interviewing him. Detective Pullman is not happy to find Miriam at every turn. After he catches her breaking into the doctor's apothecary, he enlists her help as eyes and ears to the places he can't access, namely the Spanish-speaking community and the tawny Coral Shores social scene. As the ingredients to the deadly scheme begin blending together, Miriam is on the verge of learning how and why the women died. But her snooping may turn out to be a recipe for her own murder.

A Caribbean Kitchen Mystery

Mango, Mambo, and Murder

It’s the star-studded event of the season in Silvercrest, Colorado—but some of the guests might not make it to the last dance alive in the second charming installment of the Starlit Bookshop mysteries from Agatha Award-winning author Cynthia Kuhn. Nestled on the banks of a breathtaking Rocky Mountain river and dotted with delightful boutiques and galleries, Silvercrest, Colorado, is a book lover’s paradise. Bookseller and literary event planner Emma Starrs is looking forward to attending the annual Silvercrest Library Gala, a glamorous evening with celebrities including the legendary Whitney Willton, currently on the hit crime show Chasers, and her niece, party-planner-to-the-stars Lyra Willton. Gala Week is full of exciting activities honoring both page and screen, and library board president Tabitha Baxter is basking in the glow of her successful launch—until Lyra is found dead. With the gala only days away, the board asks Emma for help, despite Tabitha—her longstanding nemesis—bristling over the choice. Emma agrees, even though she is already in charge of a classic mystery panel at her family’s bookstore, Starlit Books, which turns out to have its own challenges. Meanwhile, Whitney, who is aware of Emma’s sleuthing skills, begs her to find the killer. The case grows more complex with the disappearance of several priceless objects, an attack on one of the attending celebrities, and other predicaments. Emma searches for clues while handling every unexpected twist and turn leading up to the extravagant affair. But when the guests step onto the red carpet, a killer still lurks in the shadows—and murder just might become the main event.

Starlit Bookshop Mystery

In the Event of Murder

Chaos always seems to find the little town of Fair Haven in this collection of three cozy, romantic mysteries from 3x USA Today bestselling author Harper Lin. Book 1, A Book to Kill For: In this first-in-series cozy mystery—perfect for fans of Jenn McKinlay—a quiet book lover falls for a rugged carpenter…who doesn't even like to read?! Book 2, Bloodier Than Fiction: When Maggie notices some older boys taunting stock boy Casper after work, she helps him escape. But the next day, one of the bullies is found dead in the park. Book 3, Story of a Murder: Trouble seems to follow Maggie’s little sister wherever she goes. Now Maggie must save her from being thrown in jail, getting kidnapped by a cult, and getting murdered…

Bookish Café Mysteries: Books 1-3

Six months after her trip to Wonderland, Alice has a new and exciting experience: while conversing with her cats and dozing in an armchair, she becomes curious while looking at a mirror. What could possibly be beyond it? The fact is that she will manage to cross the threshold, initiating exciting vicissitudes. She will meet the talking flowers of a garden, the characters of a chessboard, the Lion and the Unicorn and many other miraculous beings, all sharing a peculiarity: they are the characters of her favorite nursery rhymes, who will accompany her on this magical and fantastic adventure.

Through the Looking-Glass

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From USA Today Bestselling Author Diana Orgain ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The only thing harder than solving a murder...giving birth! A body has been dredged from the San Francisco Bay. Kate Connolly, pregnant and ready to pop, has reason to fear that the it may be her long-lost brother-in-law. When a private investigator begins nosing around, Kate decides on a new career path. Battling sleep deprivation, diaper blowouts, and breastfeeding mishaps, she muddles through her own murder investigation, ‘Mommy style’. To do: 1.Find Killer 2.Figure out hideous breast pump. 3.Avoid cranky cop. 4.Buy pink paper for the birth announcements. 5.FIND KILLER Bundle of Trouble is USA Today bestselling author Diana Orgain’s fun and witty debut cozy mystery novel, introducing female detective fans to their favorite multi-tasking, crime-fighting mom, Kate Connelly. Now with over 3,500 raving 5-star ratings, this fast-paced, addictive crime thriller launches the Maternal Instincts mystery series with a screaming start… or was that a tired, crabby baby wailing for a bottle? "Engaging…[A] charming debut thriller.”--Publishers Weekly "If you were expecting warm and cute you'll be mistaken. Fast-paced and fun, this book gives a true feel of the modern mom, trying to juggle motherhood and career (when that career happens to be solving crimes)."--Rhys Bowen, New York Times Bestselling Author Clean, family-oriented murder mystery novel - No graphic violence, sex, or strong language. Genre: fast-paced, fun, humorous culinary cozy mysteries, cat cozy mystery series / women amateur sleuth / detective mystery MATERNAL INSTINCTS MYSTERIES Bundle of Trouble (Book 1) Motherhood is Murder (Book 2) Formula for Murder (Book 3) Nursing a Grudge (Book 4) Pampered to Death (Book 5) Killer Cravings (Book 6) A Deathly Rattle (Book 7) Rockabye Murder (Book 8) Pram & Poison (Book 9) Lethal Lullaby (Book 10) Cereal Killer (Book 11) Double Trouble (Book 12) Murder Comes Crawling (Book 13) Dying for a Nap (Book 14)

A Maternal Instincts Mystery

Bundle of Trouble

There’s a new witch in town… Green might be my best color, but I never thought I’d play the part of the jealous girlfriend. Evangeline might be a certified supernatural celebrity, but that doesn’t mean she can toss her flirtatious smile at my newly minted boyfriend. Before I can wrench Adam from Evangeline’s clutches, I have an amnesiac ghost begging for help and find myself smack dab in the middle of another murder investigation. I have to track down a killer and save my new relationship … all without landing myself in a witch’s duel.

Beechwood Harbor Magic Mysteries

Twice the Witch

I loved writing murder mysteries, until I was thrust into the centre of one …It’s Christmas in Riddleton and crime novelist turned amateur sleuth, Jen, is in desperate need of a cozy festive season running the town's local bookstore. But, between trying to drum up business for Ravenous Readers and attempting to finish her latest novel, Jen is totally run off her feet. Matters get worse, however, when a man's body is found outside the bookstore, along with a scrap of paper in his pocket with none other than Jen's address on it! To solve the murder – and clear her own name – Jen must, once again, become Riddleton's best detective. The stakes have never been higher and the pressure is on – but with the help of her best friend, Brittany, and trusty dog, Savannah, can Jen catch the killer, finish her novel and save Ravenous Readers before time runs out? Fans of Agatha Christie, Lauren Elliott and Ellery Adams will be hooked by this Christmas bookish cozy mystery, which will leave you guessing right up until the final page.Readers and authors love The Bookstore Mystery Series! ‘Sue Minix has created a world any reader would love to escape to! When I reached the exciting ending I still wanted to hang out with what felt like my new friends!’ Jamie L. Adams,Author of The Ghost Town Mystery Series ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A captivating cozy mystery with twists and turns in all the right places. Keeps you guessing right to the end!’ Christina Romeril, Author of A Killer Chocolate Mystery Series ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The plot is clever and well developed and the supporting characters are likable and add a great dimension to the overall story! I would highly recommend this book!’ Gillian Morrissey, crime novelist ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A super cozy mystery… The perfect pick up for a weekend read by the fire. It has everything… Hijinks, who-dun-its, loveable characters, and a wonderful setting. And a main character who is FIERCE” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A Chapter on Murder

When her daughter gets engaged in Tinker’s Cove, Maine, reporter Lucy Stone finds herself feeling like a steamed lobster while dealing with her future son-in-law’s family—and a summer bridal shower that leads to murder . . . Lucy Stone is thrilled about her youngest daughter Zoe's engagement to Chad, a rising minor league baseball player with dreamy eyes and plenty of Southern charm. Yet there’s no denying the whirlwind romance has turned Lucy’s life upside down in more ways than one—especially when she learns about Chad’s complicated background and close ties to Tinker’s Cove. The secrets and rumors are enough to send her investigative reporting instincts into overdrive . . . Trouble really crashes in the moment Lucy meets her in-laws-to-be, Penny and Nate Nettleton. Persuasive Penny proves to be intent on taking over wedding preparations, even arranging a Tuscan-themed bridal shower before Zoe publicly announces her engagement. It’s a shock when the event goes off without a hitch. But the real shock comes when prominent guest Hetty Furness, the head of the Tinker’s Cove Historical Society, goes missing—only to be found dead, the victim of a brutal murder . . . Lucy is determined to reveal who committed the vicious crime as she navigates her new reality with the Nettletons. Racing to determine if Hetty’s extensive knowledge of local history—and hidden scandals—led to her demise, Lucy soon realizes she’ll need to put her sleuthing talents to work like never before to guarantee wedding bells to ring for Zoe and Chad . . . and that she survives to see her daughter walk down the aisle!

Bridal Shower Murder

There's nothing practical about magic—which is why I ditched my wand years ago. Thirteen years, to be exact. The day I left Silverlake. Except now, a family emergency has called me back home, and quite frankly, I'd rather be anywhere but here. But when my aunt raises her wand to cure a friend and he ends up dead, it becomes abundantly clear I'm not leaving anytime soon.

Witchy Reservations

When a community center opens in town, many embrace it as a space where locals of all ages can gather and create. Others view it as a waste of taxpayer dollars. The director, Darleen Busby-Platt, is no less controversial. Intense and showy, Darleen has huge plans for her new role. But Lucy Stone believes the woman isn’t exactly as warm hearted—or qualified—as she seems. That hunch deepens when Darleen and a young employee vanish...and dismembered remains appear! With lots of clues and few concrete answers, Lucy rushes to connect loose ends. First, there’s the disappearance of Tim Stillings, a troubled twenty-something who endured harsh treatment on the job. Next, there’s Darleen herself, who made fast enemies as the highest-paid resident in Tinker’s Cove. Finally, there’s Darleen’s rich ancestry and ties to heirlooms worth either a fortune or nothing at all. The closer Lucy gets to the facts, the more she realizes that solving this murder depends on the lies. Because the truth rests somewhere between wild rumors, a trusted friend’s emotional new sewing project, and the authenticity of a mysterious three-hundred-year-old patchwork quilt. And Lucy must piece together the big picture—before she becomes part of crafty killer’s deadly design...

Patchwork Quilt Murder

June 1944, Romsey, England. Josephine 'Jo' Fox is at an impasse since the unwelcome return of her wayward husband Richard. So, when he disappears again, she is neither concerned nor surprised - until a burning car is discovered with a body inside. And there are signs that Richard is somehow involved. Jo is determined to find both her husband and answers, yet with her friend Bram Nash in hospital suffering an infection of his old war wound, she must do so alone. When information comes to light that implicates Bram too, Jo finds herself on a dangerous path to the truth. But what will be left for her when all is revealed?

Josephine Fox Mysteries

A Conflict of Interests

From the author of the New York Times bestselling PRETTY LITTLE LIARS comes a killer new series, THE LYING GAME. MY PERFECT LIFE WAS A LIE. NOW I’D DO ANYTHING TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH. Not long ago, I had everything a girl could wish for: amazing friends, an adorable boyfriend, a loving family. But none of them know that I’m gone – that I’m dead. To solve my murder, my long-lost twin sister, Emma, has taken my place. She sleeps in my room, wears my clothes, and calls my parents Mom and Dad. And my killer is watching her every move. I remember little from my life, just flashes and flickers, so all I can do is follow along as Emma tries to solve the mystery of my disappearance. But the deeper she digs, the more suspects she uncovers. It turns out my friends and I played a lot of games – games that ruined people’s lives. Anyone could want revenge . . . anyone could want me – and now Emma – dead. From Sara Shepard, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Pretty Little Liars books, comes a riveting new series about secrets, lies, and killer consequences.

The Lying Game Series

Never Have I Ever: A Lying Game Novel

As co-owners of Eastport's beloved waterfront bakery, The Chocolate Moose, Jake and Ellie know their customers expect them to cream the competition. But they're really just in it for fun, hoping to get Jake's daughter-in-law baking again. Those plans collapse when fearsome local curmudgeon Alvin Carter is murdered, and every crumb of evidence points to Tiptree family friend—and all-around sweet guy—Billy Breyer. Billy's sisters beg Jake and Ellie to prove his innocence. After all, lots of folks had gone sour on Alvin—the only thing the retired lawyer liked better than bilking widows was swindling orphans, and several victims of his long-ago schemes still lived in Eastport. But just as the ladies begin sifting through the suspects, a series of grass fires blaze across the island, cutting off access to the mainland. Could someone be trying to hide the truth about Alvin's murder? Now, Jake and Ellie will need all their courage—and an extra dash of that down-east Maine stubbornness—to sniff out the real killer before anyone else gets burned...

A Death by Chocolate Mystery

Death by Chocolate Snickerdoodle

A high society murder. A spirited lady detective. Can she out-class the killer before an innocent person takes the fall? London, 1923. Olive Belgrave needs a job. Despite her aristocratic upbringing, she’s penniless. Determined to support herself, she jumps at an unconventional job—looking into the background of her cousin’s fiancé, Alfred. Alfred burst into the upper crust world of London’s high society, but his answers to questions about his past are decidedly vague. Before Olive can gather more than the basics, a murder occurs at a posh party. Suddenly, every Bright Young Person in attendance is a suspect, and Olive must race to find the culprit because a sly murderer is determined to make sure Olive’s first case is her last. Murder at Archly Manor is the first in the High Society Lady Detective series of charming historical cozy mysteries. If you like witty banter, glamorous settings, and delightful plot twists, you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Sara Rosett’s series for Anglophiles and mystery lovers alike. Travel back to the Golden Age of detective fiction with Murder at Archly Manor.

Murder at Archly Manor

‘A rural Ben Aaronovitch!’ C. K. McDonnell ‘Fast-paced, entertainingly creepy, laugh-out-loud funny, and genuinely moving’ Michelle Paver Dear reader, you are cordially invited to the strangest wedding of the year . . . It’s May 1941, and the war is in full swing. Yet in the quiet village of Woodville in rural Kent a happy event is on the horizon, as Faye Bright interrupts her training with the British Secret Service to return home and marry her true love, Bertie. But as preparations get underway, a ghostly premonition throws a spanner in the works. Who is the Corn Bride, and is her burning visage a warning, or a threat to the happiest day of Faye’s life? As Faye and the witches investigate, it’s soon apparent that there’s much more on the line than dress fittings, cake and Bertie’s stag do. For an old enemy is stirring in the shadows, bent on vengeance. And he’s not above crashing a wedding to get it. Will the happy couple make it to the church on time? Or, after all she’s survived, could it be getting hitched that finally spells Faye’s doom? Embark upon an adventure that weaves together romance, undead Nazis, pensioner spies, spectral schoolchildren and a talking budgerigar, and still somehow manages to prove that love is the most powerful magic of all. For fans of Lev Grossman and Terry Pratchett comes the fifth novel in this delightful series of war, mystery and a little bit of magic . . . Don’t miss the other magical books in the WITCHES OF WOODVILLE series! #1 The Crow Folk #2 Babes in the Wood #3 The Ghost of Ivy Barn #4 The Holly King

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