The Bingo Hall Detectives

The Gilpin Hotel Prize for Fiction 2023 is awarded to Jason Brazel for his novel "The Lake District Murder Club." The book is a murder and mystery novel set in the Lake District, where a killer is on the loose, and the members of the Penrith Bingo Club have decided to catch the culprit.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

The Gilpin Hotel Prize for Fiction 2023 has been awarded to "Eyes Down to Find a Killer Whose Playing to Win." This captivating murder and mystery novel takes readers on a thrilling adventure in the picturesque Lake District. The members of the Penrith Bingo Club, led by Jason Brazel, an out-of-work journalist living in Penrith with his family and mother-in-law, Amita, are determined to catch the culprit behind a series of mysterious deaths.

When Madeline Frobisher, one of Amitas fellow regulars at the bingo club, is found dead outside her crumbling country home near Ullswater Lake, Amita immediately senses that this is no accident. However, no one else seems to take her suspicions seriously, dismissing her as eccentric, over the hill, or out of touch.

Undeterred, Amita enlists the help of her friends at the Penrith Bingo Club, who are initially skeptical about their involvement. However, as they delve deeper into the case, they discover that these amateur sleuths possess a unique set of skills and insights that could help them uncover the truth.

Through their investigations, the members of the Penrith Bingo Club uncover a web of lies, secrets, and betrayals that connects the victims to each other and to a powerful local businessman. They must navigate through a maze of red herrings and false leads, using their wits and intuition to piece together the puzzle before it's too late.

"Eyes Down to Find a Killer Whose Playing to Win" is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its well-developed characters, intricate plot, and picturesque setting, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery.

In conclusion, "Eyes Down to Find a Killer Whose Playing to Win" has been awarded the Gilpin Hotel Prize for Fiction 2023, and it is a truly captivating and entertaining read. Whether you are a fan of murder mysteries or simply looking for a thrilling adventure, this book is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, grab a copy and prepare to be transported to the picturesque Lake District, where a killer is waiting to be caught.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 197 x 129 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008513702