This series follows a newcomer to a sleepy English village who seeks peace but instead stumbles into a series of intriguing mysteries. Each new case plunges her into a cast of colourful local characters, each harboring their own secrets and motives. Our protagonist must use her sharp wit to uncover the truth and untangle the web of intrigue within the charming yet deceptive village setting. Prepare for cozy settings, unexpected twists, and a delightful blend of suspense and humour.
Is the enigmatic bookseller Hector Munro all he seems? And what about the over-friendly neighbour who brings her jars of honey? Not to mention the eccentric village shopkeeper, show committee, writers' group and drama club, all suspicioulsy keen to welcome her to their midst.
The second in the new Sophie Sayers Village Mysteries series, an engaging and original blend of cosy mystery, classic crime and romantic comedy, set in the eccentric fictitious Cotswold village of Wendlebury Barriw - the sequel to "Best Murder in Show"
This Christmas special combines a lighthearted seasonal mystery kicking off during the village nativity play with plenty of goodnatured laughs and gentle romantic comedy set against popular English festive traditions - the third in the series but can be read as a standalone novel
Just as Sophie's Valentine's celebrations are about to kick off, someone is pushed to their death down the well behind the village pub. But if no-one witnesses the crime, can it remain unresolved in this close-knit English village? Not if young Tommy has anything to do with it - but can Sophie stop him unmasking her boyfriend Hector's secret identity in the process? A veritable shoal of red herrings will keep you guessing as tempers flare and old feuds catch fire in the latest laugh-out-loud cozy mystery about love, loyalty and family ties, in the idyllic Cotswold village of Wendlebury Barrow. Idyllic unless you happen to be pushed down a well, that is... Enjoy the company of all old friends from Sophie's earlier adventures, while meeting entertaining newcomers who will keep them all on their toes.