Murder on the Menu: The first delicious taste of a mouthwatering new mystery series set in the idyllic English countryside

Charlie Hunter opens her own restaurant, The Old Forge, in the Chilterns, but finds herself a suspect when a prominent local builder is found dead. She has allies to help her clear her name, including a student waitress, a kitchen porter, and a clairvoyant.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Bedford Square Publishers

An irresistibly delicious mix of cooking and murder


Trisha Ashley has crafted a novel that seamlessly blends two of the world's greatest pleasures: cooking and mystery writing. I was utterly captivated by this captivating tale!


Chef Charlie Hunter's dream comes true


Chef Charlie Hunter's arrival in the picturesque Chilterns is the realization of a lifelong dream: to open her own restaurant in a serene countryside location. The Old Forge, nestled on the village green, with its duck pond and flint-faced houses, seems the perfect setting for her high-quality culinary creations.


However, beneath the facade of chocolate box perfection, something sinister stirs.


When a prominent local builder is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Charlie, the outsider, becomes the prime suspect. To clear her name, she must unravel the truth behind the murder.


Fortunately, Charlie has a loyal team by her side. Her student waitress, with her strength and determination, complements Charlie's culinary skills. The kitchen porter, with his brute force and unwavering loyalty, provides invaluable support. And lastly, a clairvoyant, with their keen insight and unwavering accuracy, aids Charlie in her quest for justice.


Using all the craft and expertise she honed in the kitchens, Charlie is as relentless in her pursuit of bringing the murderer to justice as she is in creating the perfect meal.


With each turn of the page, I was eagerly anticipating the revelation of the culprit, as well as the intricate details of the culinary preparations that led to the murder.


Trisha Ashley's novel is a masterpiece that will leave readers craving for more, as they savor the delectable flavors of mystery and culinary excellence.


I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves a thrilling adventure, a hint of romance, and a mouthwatering feast of suspense. Prepare to be transported to a world where food and murder collide in a most delectable way!

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915798725