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Murder in Merrywell

Murder in Merrywell

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Murder in Merrywell is a cozy mystery set in a small village with many secrets. When Violet Brewster moves to the village, she becomes interested in a forty-year-old mystery about a missing woman named Helen Slingsby. As she investigates, she discovers that something sinister is lurking beneath the village's idyllic exterior. When a villager is found dead, Violet becomes convinced that the murder is connected to Helen. She must solve the mystery before someone else gets hurt.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


Welcome to Merrywell, a charming village with a population of just a few hundred people, but a wealth of secrets hidden beneath its peaceful facade.

Violet Brewster, an ex-journalist who has recently moved to Merrywell, is determined to make a good first impression in her new community. However, her quest to uncover the truth about the mysterious disappearance of Helen Slingsby, a woman who vanished forty years ago, takes an unexpected turn when a villager is found dead in their home.

As Violet delves deeper into the investigation, she begins to realize that something sinister is lurking beneath the idyllic surface of the village. She questions whether Helen ever left Merrywell, and who in the village is hiding something. With the clock ticking, Violet must solve this forty-year-old mystery before another person gets hurt.

"Murder in Merrywell" is an entertaining and engaging cozy mystery that will keep readers hooked until the very end. Set against a beautiful backdrop of the English countryside, the book features an engaging cast of characters, including Violet, her new neighbor, and the local police officer who is assisting her in the investigation.

The story is filled with suspense, humor, and touching moments that will make you laugh out loud. The writing is descriptive and vivid, transporting readers to the heart of Merrywell and immersing them in the mystery.

Fans of Clare Chase, Frances Evesham, and Betty Rowlands will particularly enjoy this book. It is a perfect cozy mystery with an engaging cast of characters and a beautifully-drawn setting.

In conclusion, "Murder in Merrywell" is a must-read for anyone who loves cozy crime/mystery books. With its engaging plot, memorable characters, and beautiful writing, this book is sure to leave readers wanting more. Don't miss out on this thrilling and suspenseful adventure in the charming village of Merrywell.

Weight: 214g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008589486

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