Last Word to the Wise: A charming and addictive cosy murder mystery

Sisters Ellie and Meg Christie love books, reading, and the Book Chalet, their family's historic bookshop. When their cousin signs them up for her newest business venture, matchmaking based on bookish tastes, they approach their blind double dates with foot-dragging dread. However, Meg's match, a book-loving romantic straight out of classic literature, is a charming surprise until he turns up murdered the next morning. As the last known person to have seen the victim alive, Meg becomes a prime suspect in his death, and the sisters must sift through secrets deeper than the February snowfall and summon their inner Miss Marple to sleuth out the truth before it's too late.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Ellie and Meg Christie, two sisters who share a love for books, reading, and the Book Chalet, their family's historic bookshop nestled midway up a scenic Colorado mountain, are about to embark on a thrilling adventure that will test their courage, loyalty, and sleuthing skills to the limit. Their cousin, who has a penchant for matchmaking based on bookish tastes, signs them up for her newest business venture, which promises to match them with their perfect literary soulmate. However, as they prepare for their blind double dates, the sisters approach them with foot-dragging dread, knowing that romance is not their forte.

Ellie's date, a book-loving romantic straight out of classic literature, meets her low expectations, but Meg's match, a charming and mysterious man named Jack, is a delightful surprise. However, their happiness is short-lived when Jack turns up murdered the next morning, leaving the sisters as the last known person to have seen him alive. As Meg becomes a prime suspect in his death, the sisters must sift through secrets deeper than the February snowfall and summon their inner Miss Marple to sleuth out the truth before it's too late.

The Christie sisters are back, and this time they're flirting with cold-hearted crime when bookish matchmaking turns into a date with death. Dead and Gondola is a perfect blend of mystery, suspense, and romance, with a charming ski town setting and a cozy bookshop that will transport readers to a world of literary wonders. The characters are well-developed, with each sister having her unique strengths and weaknesses, and the plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

Fans of Victoria Walters and Fiona Leitch will love this book, as it combines the best elements of cozy mystery with a touch of romance and adventure. The writing is engaging, with vivid descriptions that bring the characters and setting to life, and the pacing is perfect, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the story without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

In conclusion, Dead and Gondola is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery, a touch of romance, and a cozy bookshop setting. The Christie sisters are back and better than ever, and this book is sure to leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in their thrilling sleuthing adventures.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 196 x 130 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035405084