The laughter continues to flow in Gina Kirkham's brilliant sequel to the wonderful Handcuffs, Truncheon and a Polyester Thong.
Gina Kirkham Books
Gina's writing offers a humorous yet poignant exploration of the life, loves, and career of an ordinary woman who dared to follow her dream. Drawing from her experiences as a police officer and her own search for the missing piece of her childhood, she crafts stories rich with personal growth and self-discovery. Her narrative voice, shaped by both youthful memories and life's unexpected turns, provides a unique perspective on overcoming challenges and finding fulfillment. The genesis of her alter-ego, Mavis Upton, adds a compelling layer to her character-driven narratives.
Constable Mavis Upton is back, and this time she's taking no prisoners - which is never ideal for a police officer... Mavis is pregnant, as is her daughter Ella. Facing the prospect of motherhood and being a grandmother simultaneously, the last thing Mavis needs is problems at work. She must contend with a new sexist dinosaur of a Sergeant who is more bully than mentor, and a mysterious case involving a blackmailer sending poison pen letters is baffling the force and tearing the local community apart. Can Mavis juggle impending motherhood and her career, maintain a loving relationship with her other half Joe and deal with being a grandmother, all while solving the case? Well, this is Constable Mavis Upton...literally, anything is possible...
It's a quiet English village--except for one crazed murderer--in this delightful romp by the author of the Constable Mavis Upton series. Librarian Prunella Pearce has left heartbreak behind to start a new life in the village of Winterbottom, where there's little social life to be had aside from the meetings of The Winterbottom Women's Institute at the parish hall. But a bit of excitement ensues when the group is about to elect a new president--and the nominees for the position begin dropping like flies. One is found facedown in a lemon drizzle cake, stabbed with a crochet needle. Another nearly dies spectacularly in the revolving doors of a Harrogate hotel. When Pru and her friend Bree agree to do some undercover snooping to help the police, little do they know that one of the Winterbottom women is hiding a scandalous secret . . .
Handcuffs, Truncheon and a Polyester Thong
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Meet Mavis Upton. As mummy to 7-year old Ella, surrogate to far too many pets and with a failed marriage under her belt, Mavis knows she needs to make some life-changing decisions. It's time to strike out into the world, to stand on her own two feet
Murders at The Rookery Grange Retreat
- 348 pages
- 13 hours of reading
In a rest home plagued by mysterious deaths, the story unfolds as residents succumb to unnatural causes. This novel blends elements of mystery and humor, offering a cozy yet suspenseful atmosphere. As the investigation deepens, the quirky characters and their interactions add charm to the narrative, making it an engaging read for fans of lighthearted crime fiction.