Date with Betrayal

In the seventh novel of Julia Chapman's Dales Detective series, "Date with Betrayal," a hitman targets Samson OBrien, the owner of the Dales Detective Agency. Delilah Metcalfe, Samson's partner, calls in favors from her Bruncliffe connections to save him, but the townsfolk have long memories and deep grievances against Samson. The story is full of charm, wit, and characters that will capture your heart, and it follows the series' tradition of engaging and witty mysteries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

In the seventh novel of Julia Chapman's Dales Detective series, "Date with Betrayal," the idyllic Yorkshire Dales are plagued by treachery as Samson OBrien, the owner of the Dales Detective Agency, becomes the target of a hitman. Can Bruncliffe, Samson's loyal partner, save him from this impending danger? Prepare to be engrossed in a brilliantly engaging and witty mystery that will captivate fans of Richard Osman's "The Thursday Murder Club" and M. C. Beaton's "Agatha Raisin" series.

Death looms over Bruncliffe, with its sights set on Samson OBrien. Oblivious to his impending fate, Samson is consumed by the numerous cases he handles at the Dales Detective Agency. However, his partner, Delilah Metcalfe, begins to exhibit peculiar behavior, raising concerns. Delilah knows what is coming—a hitman sent from London with the sole purpose of silencing Samson before his corruption case reaches court. With Samson's life in jeopardy and betrayal lurking around every corner, Delilah must call upon her connections in Bruncliffe to counter the threat that looms over the town.

However, the townsfolk of Bruncliffe have long memories and deep-seated grievances against Samson OBrien. Trust must be earned, and they require considerable convincing before they risk their lives to save him. Even then, it may not be enough to safeguard Samson from the dangers that await him.

The Dales Detective series is filled with charm, wit, and unforgettable characters that will steal your heart. The series begins with "Date With Death," the first installment that introduces you to this captivating world. Have you embarked on this thrilling journey yet?

Praise for The Dales Detective series:

"Enlivened with numerous subplots, the story moves at a cracking pace." - Daily Mail

"Bags of Yorkshire charm and wit." - Northern Echo

"A classic whodunnit." - Cath Staincliffe, author of "Blue Murder"

"Full of dry wit and clever plotting." - Countryside

"Chapman delivers on every level." - Lancashire Evening Post

"As vile as it is gripping." - Sunday Express

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 130 x 195 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529049602