Death Comes to Bishops Well: The Shires Mysteries 1: A totally gripping cosy mystery

Sam Dee moves to the village of Bishops Well, expecting a quiet life. But when his neighbor, Richard Ruta, throws a party, things take a sinister turn when Richard falls down dead. With a village full of suspects and dark secrets, Maggie Kaye is on the case, but when the body count starts to rise, will sleepy Bishops Well ever be the same again? This is a gripping new cosy crime mystery for fans of Betty Rowlands, Faith Martin, and Joy Ellis.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2021
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

When Sam Dee relocates to the picturesque Wiltshire village of Bishops Well, he anticipates a peaceful existence filled with leisurely country walks and delightful pub meals. Granted, his new neighbor, Maggie Kaye, possesses a peculiar personality, but she exudes warmth and kindness. Moreover, his old friend Richard Ruta resides just down the road. However, when Richard hosts one of his renowned parties, a peculiar turn of events ensues. Sam, Maggie, and the other guests are left bewildered when Richard suddenly collapses and dies. Initially, it appears to be a tragic accident, or perhaps a meticulously planned murder. Within the confines of this charming village, a multitude of suspects emerges, each harboring their own dark secrets. As Maggie, armed with her deep understanding of the local terrain, embarks on her investigation, she realizes that there may be a connection to another mysterious death that occurred nearly twenty years prior. With Sam's reluctant but invaluable assistance, Maggie delves deeper into the case, determined to unravel the truth behind the enigmatic deaths. However, as the body count continues to rise, the tranquil atmosphere of Bishops Well begins to shudder, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the once-peaceful community. In this gripping new cozy crime mystery, fans of Betty Rowlands, Faith Martin, and Joy Ellis will find themselves captivated by the intricate plot, filled with numerous twists and turns that will challenge even the most astute of armchair sleuths. Anna Legat, the talented author behind this captivating tale, has crafted a meticulously complex web of unrelated sub-plots, ensuring that readers are kept guessing until the very end. The ending is a shocker, leaving readers in awe of the author's skill in weaving a tale that keeps them engrossed from cover to cover in just a weekend. With her captivating writing style and intriguing characters, Anna Legat has firmly established herself as a rising star in the world of mystery literature. Those who seek a thrilling and suspenseful adventure are sure to relish this captivating book and eagerly anticipate future offerings from this talented author.

Weight: 172g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786157942