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Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the gripping latest installment in the Faith Martin's 1920s cosy crime series! Pre-order now.The perfect Christmas present for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase Oxford, 1960. Probationary WPC Trudy Loveday is smart and enthusiastic but always underestimated. To keep her out of the way, her senior officer assigns her to assist Coroner Clement Ryder as he reopens the case of a young woman’s mysterious death. Trudy can't believe her luck – she is finally going to be working on a real murder investigation.Meanwhile, the rest of the police force are busy investigating a series of threats and murders in the local community, and Clement can't help but feel it's all linked.As Trudy and Clement form an unexpected partnership, can they catch the killer before more lives are lost? ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons Readers love Faith Martin:‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. 'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.’ Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Oxford, 1960. The sun is shining, the city is in celebration – until a university student is found dead, floating in the river.Probationary WPC Trudy Loveday finds herself paired with Coroner Clement Ryder to investigate, but it soon becomes clear that this is not going to be a straightforward case.Witnesses are evasive, leads twist in every direction, and whispers of other missing students deepen the mystery. As Loveday and Ryder dig beneath the university’s polished surface, one thing becomes clear: there’s something not quite right about the university’s most popular student… A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone series The Ryder and Loveday Series Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSION Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FATAL SECRETBook 5: A FATAL TRUTHBook 6: A FATAL AFFAIRBook 7: A FATAL NIGHTBook 8: A FATAL ENDReaders LOVE Faith Martin’s books:‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Cracking good read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Plenty of action and drama to keep the reader gripped through to the end' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys crime fiction' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Compelling murder mystery' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. ‘A beautifully crafted crime mystery I could not put down.’ Anita Davison, author of the Flora Maguire series Oxford, 1960. As excitement builds for the inaugural beauty pageant, the city is abuzz with anticipation. But the celebration is cut short when one of the leading contestants is found dead.At first, her death is ruled a suicide. But as a string of sinister pranks and blackmail attempts comes to light, WPC Trudy Loveday and Coroner Clement Ryder are drawn into a complex investigation.In a world of fierce rivalries and hidden agendas, the list of suspects grows longer by the day. What began as light-hearted competition may have turned into a deadly game. With time running out, Loveday and Ryder must uncover the truth – before the killer strikes again. A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone series The Ryder and Loveday Series Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRETBook 5: A FATAL TRUTHBook 6: A FATAL AFFAIRBook 7: A FATAL NIGHTBook 8: A FATAL ENDReaders LOVE Faith Martin’s Ryder & Loveday series!‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. ‘The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteries Oxford, 1961. A family outing to Briar’s Hall ends in tragedy when eleven-year-old Eddie is found dead at the bottom of a disused well.At first, it appears to be a tragic accident – but Coroner Clement Ryder and WPC Trudy Loveday aren’t convinced. Why would a boy afraid of heights go near a well? And if he was climbing and accidentally fell, why are there no signs of cuts or dirt on his hands?As they investigate, the secrets of Briar’s Hall – and the mysterious de Lacey family who live there – begin to surface. Soon, Ryder and Loveday begin to fear that Eddie may have stumbled upon a secret that someone was willing to kill for… A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone seriesReaders LOVE A Fatal Secret!‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A brilliant book! This is Faith Martin at her scintillating best!… A cracking good read… Highly recommend this book and I give it a delighted 5 stars!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gripping suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat. I was hooked from page one.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Great plot, excellent main characters and I read it in one sitting! I would highly recommend this book.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gripping… Crime-busting nostalgia at its very best.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Ryder and Loveday Series Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRET Book 5: A FATAL TRUTHBook 6: A FATAL AFFAIRBook 7: A FATAL NIGHTBook 8: A FATAL END

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. ‘A beautifully crafted crime mystery I could not put down.’ Anita Davison, author of the Flora Maguire series Oxford, 1961. As the Hughes family celebrate Bonfire Night, a terrible accident leaves the garden shed in flames – and father and grandfather Thomas trapped inside. Tragic though it is, his death raises no suspicion… until a local journalist publicly accuses the police of a cover-up.WPC Trudy Loveday is assigned to investigate and turns to Coroner Clement Ryder for help. But the deeper they dig, the murkier the case becomes. There’s no clear evidence of foul play, yet the Hughes family is clearly hiding something. And then there’s Thomas’s questionable business dealings – could someone have wanted him dead?One thing is certain: everyone is lying. And Trudy and Clement must uncover the truth – before it’s buried for good. A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesReaders LOVE Faith Martin!‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved this… The best one to date… Reminiscent of Agatha Christie's gentle style and incisive detection… I look forward to more in this series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fresh and different… Will get you hooked!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Yet again Faith Martin delivers… A proper whodunit mystery… A very good book… I’m looking forward to the next.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous mystery… Highly recommended, the perfect way to spend an afternoon on the sofa.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another great Trudy Loveday novel… Love the twist… Great addition to the series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Marvellous… I cannot wait for more in this fabulous series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FATAL SECRET Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIRBook 7: A FATAL NIGHTBook 8: A FATAL END

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. ‘The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteries Oxfordshire, 1962. As May Day dawns in the peaceful village of Middle Fenton, a young woman is found brutally strangled, her body tied up with ribbons in the middle of the green. A week later, her boyfriend is found hanged in a local barn, and the police assume guilt over murdering his beloved has driven him to suicide – but not everyone is convinced.WPC Trudy Loveday and Coroner Clement Ryder are called in to investigate, and it doesn’t take long for them to suspect a far more chilling truth: a double murderer is at large.As the pair dig deeper, it becomes clear the killer will do anything to protect their secret – even kill again. With time running out, can Trudy and Clement unmask the culprit before they become the next victims? A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. Readers LOVE A Fatal Affair!‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The sixth of the series, and they keep getting better and better.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved this… The best one to date… Reminiscent of Agatha Christie's gentle style and incisive detection… I look forward to more in this series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fresh and different… Will get you hooked!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous mystery… Highly recommended, the perfect way to spend an afternoon on the sofa.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘You can’t beat Faith Martin for a bit of highly enjoyable light relief… First class and a joy to read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Ryder and Loveday are a fab crime fighting odd couple… More please.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Martin’s books never disappoint. This is another very good simple mystery “whodunnit” that will keep you guessing until the very end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Having read and enjoyed all of the books in the series so far, I sat down looking forward to another story filled with mystery and intrigue. I was not disappointed… I can thoroughly recommend this book to lovers of thrilling mystery stories.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday Series:Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FATAL SECRETBook 5: A FATAL TRUTH Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR Book 7: A FATAL NIGHTBook 8: A FATAL END

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. ‘A light-hearted twisty thriller… Reminiscent of an Agatha Christie novel, with a great cast of characters. A real page-turner!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ New Year’s Eve, 1962 New Year’s Eve, 1962. As a snowstorm rages in Oxford, the city’s elite gather for the most exclusive party of the year. But the celebrations take a dark turn when a guest is found dead in his car the following morning.What first appears to be a tragic case of freezing to death after crashing into a snowdrift soon unravels into something far more sinister. When WPC Trudy Loveday and Coroner Clement Ryder arrive to investigate, they uncover a tangled web of secrets that plainly point to murder.With everyone telling different stories about that fateful night, only one thing is clear: several people had reason to want the victim dead. Trudy and Clement must uncover the truth before the killer escapes with the perfect crime. A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone seriesReaders LOVE Faith Martin!‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I just love this series… Faith Martin is the modern day Agatha Christie, deftly drawing her characters with a couple of lines… A delight as always.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Well written with likeable and credible protagonists… A perfect addition to this excellent series and perhaps the best to date.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I thoroughly enjoyed reading it… Loved the interaction between the two unlikely main characters who complemented each other so very well as they tried to solve the crime.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘[This] "who done it" is a bit of nostalgia… A great read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I've enjoyed most of Faith Martin's books but this Fatal series is my clear favourite.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FATAL SECRETBook 5: A FATAL TRUTHBook 6: A FATAL AFFAIR Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT Book 8: A FATAL END

Don't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder & Loveday series! Pre-order now. 'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.’ Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Oxford, 1963. In a dimly lit backstreet club, the crowd dances the night away to their favourite band’s infectious rhythm. But behind the music, trouble is brewing. Bandmates clash, two possessive girlfriends plot their next move, and the club manager pockets profits on the sly. Then, a tragic accident claims the life of the lead singer.But was it truly an accident? Coroner Clement Ryder is suspicious. WPC Trudy Loveday realises there’s only one way to uncover the truth – going undercover into the shadowy depths of Oxford’s nightlife.Meanwhile, Clement’s own secret is becoming increasingly difficult to keep hidden. And when the truth about the singer’s death finally comes to light, it might not be the only shock in store for Trudy… A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton. ‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesReaders LOVE A Fatal End!‘Excellent dramatic storyline!… I was kept guessing until the very end. An excellent read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another great read… A fab murder mystery.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely love this series, and this book may be my favorite… A fast paced, engaging mystery.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Highly recommended… Ms Martin’s best series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another fabulous Ryder and Loveday book from the always brilliant Faith Martin… Great characters and superb plotting.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSIONBook 2: A FATAL MISTAKEBook 3: A FATAL FLAWBook 4: A FATAL SECRETBook 5: A FATAL TRUTHBook 6: A FATAL AFFAIRBook 7: A FATAL NIGHT Book 8: A FATAL END

One suspicious death. Two amateur sleuths. And an utterly impossible crime… The NUMBER ONE ebook bestseller! 'Amuses and intrigues in equal measure… a splendid start to what promises to be a long-running series’ Daily Mail**************************************************The Cotswolds, 1924. At the Old Forge in the quiet village of Maybury-in-the-Marsh a cry of anguish rings out: lady of the house Amy Phelps has been discovered dead. But with all the windows and doors to her room locked from inside, how – and by whom – was she killed?Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift finds himself in the unlikely position of detective. The celebrated author of The Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-Hunting is staying at the Old Forge to investigate a suspected spectre, but now the more pressing matter of Amy’s murder falls to him too.With old friend Val, he soon uncovers a sorry tale of altered wills, secret love affairs and tragic losses – and plenty of motives for murder. When events take another sinister turn, Arbie must find the killer, fast. And to do so will mean cracking a most perfectly plotted crime… Perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, The Appeal and The Marlow Murder Club, don’t miss this stunning new series from the multi-million bestselling author! ************************************************* Readers LOVE Murder by Candlelight!‘I absolutely loved this… The story grabbed me from the beginning and I devoured it.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The perfect village mystery. A golden-age world with an energy that is totally contemporary.’ J.M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder‘A beautifully constructed puzzle… I so hope this will be the start of a series.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Brilliant characters that leap off the page.' The Sun‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘All the ingredients of a classic mystery… enormous fun.’ Orlando Murrin, author of Knife Skills for Beginners‘What an utterly delightful and clever mystery… I highly recommend this book.’ Reader reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fabulous romp… witty, devious, fast paced and totally absorbing' The People's Friend‘Terrifically good, and just great fun!… All of the clues are provided, but so are a number of very good red herrings… I can’t wait to see more of Arbie and Val.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘WOW. I loved this book.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ Reader reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A cosy romp of cream teas, double-barrelled names and murder.' THE SUN The new book in the Val and Arbie mysteries from the multi-million-copy selling author Faith Martin. One of these guests has a date with death… Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift arrives at Dashwood House, a glamorously modern hotel in the up-and-coming resort of Galton-next-the-Sea, but all plans for a relaxing stay are scuppered when one of the guests is found dead.The body is found in the writing room, the victim part of a set visiting the seaside town for an engagement party, which happens to include Arbie’s old friend, Val.Familiar with Val and Arbie’s previous experience in solving puzzling crimes, the bride asks the pair to investigate. They quickly discover that the victim had no shortage of enemies, and many of the guests are up to no good. But who is simply hiding a secret, and who is hiding murder? Readers have fallen in love with The Last Word is Death 'Absolutely gorgeous storytelling with characters and setting perfect for the time frame’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This one is perfect for readers who love Agatha Christie-style stories and cosy murder mysteries. A great second book!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It has the hallmarks of an Agatha Christie mystery’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A cosy romp of cream teas, double-barrelled names and murder.' THE SUN The new book in the Val and Arbie mysteries from the multi-million-copy selling author Faith Martin. One of these guests has a date with death… Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift arrives at Dashwood House, a glamorously modern hotel in the up-and-coming resort of Galton-next-the-Sea, but all plans for a relaxing stay are scuppered when one of the guests is found dead.The body is found in the writing room, the victim part of a set visiting the seaside town for an engagement party, which happens to include Arbie’s old friend, Val.Familiar with Val and Arbie’s previous experience in solving puzzling crimes, the bride asks the pair to investigate. They quickly discover that the victim had no shortage of enemies, and many of the guests are up to no good. But who is simply hiding a secret, and who is hiding murder? Readers have fallen in love with The Last Word is Death 'Absolutely gorgeous storytelling with characters and setting perfect for the time frame’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This one is perfect for readers who love Agatha Christie-style stories and cosy murder mysteries. A great second book!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It has the hallmarks of an Agatha Christie mystery’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A brand new Golden Age cosy crime mystery from the multi-million-copy bestseller Faith Martin.'Hugely entertaining with an ingenious solution! I loved it!' Clare Chase 'A wonderful book with which to cosy up’ The Belfast Telegraph'A masterfully constructed pageturner of a murder mystery. Clever, compelling, and intriguing. An excellent read' T.A. Williams ***** Yorkshire, 1926. Gentleman ghost-hunter Arbuthnot 'Arbie' Swift and his old friend Val arrive at Cleeves Lea Manor, looking forward to the promise of a lavish weekend party.The lady of the house, an avid reader of Arbie’s books, is eager to show him off to her distinguished guests. Amidst the festivities, Arbie is also tasked with investigating rumours of a ‘ghost train spitting fire’ for the third instalment of the increasingly popular (to Arbie’s great surprise) Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-hunting.But when the guests start dying, Arbie instead finds himself thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. With time running out, will he and Val be able to uncover the truth?Praise for A Dangerous Train of Thought'Suspicious notes, a lethal hat pin and a body in the library … As far as I'm concerned Faith Martin is the Grand Dame of Country House Crime!' J. M. Hall'A charming, cleverly-constructed caper, chock-full of captivating characters. I loved it' Matt Dunn‘There’s much to love about this dazzling new date with Arbie and Val’ The Lancashire Post‘Brilliant characters and a well-constructed mystery’ Yours ‘This Ingeniously crafted mystery blends suspense, humour and charm’ Woman’s Own'The conclusion to this story is startling, surprising, and very clever. I never stood a chance of guessing this one!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It was entertaining, full of twists and turns with a few red herrings, suspenseful and unputdownable’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book delivers exactly what cosy crime fans hope for’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a golden age style mystery that was a pleasure to read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another engaging story, that will keep you guessing from start to finish' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A brand new Golden Age cosy crime mystery from the multi-million-copy bestseller Faith Martin.'A masterfully constructed pageturner of a murder mystery. Clever, compelling, and intriguing. An excellent read' T.A. Williams'Hugely entertaining with an ingenious solution! I loved it!' Clare ChaseYorkshire, 1926. Gentleman ghost-hunter Arbuthnot 'Arbie' Swift and his old friend Val arrive at Cleeves Lea Manor, looking forward to the promise of a lavish weekend party.The lady of the house, an avid reader of Arbie’s books, is eager to show him off to her distinguished guests. Amidst the festivities, Arbie is also tasked with investigating rumours of a ‘ghost train spitting fire’ for the third instalment of the increasingly popular (to Arbie’s great surprise) Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-hunting.But when the guests start dying, Arbie instead finds himself thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. With time running out, will he and Val be able to uncover the truth?'Suspicious notes, a lethal hat pin and a body in the library … As far as I'm concerned Faith Martin is the Grand Dame of Country House Crime!' J. M. Hall'A charming, cleverly-constructed caper, chock-full of captivating characters. I loved it' Matt DunnPraise for the Val and Arbie Mysteries:‘Brilliant characters that leap off the page’The Sun on Murder by Candlelight‘Amuses and intrigues in equal measure’ Daily Mail‘A golden-age world with an energy that is totally contemporary’ J.M. Hall ‘A charming and clever take on a locked room murder’ Sarah Yarwood-Lovett ‘A wonderful Wodehousian world of intrigue and suspicion and a tricky puzzle to solve.’ Helena Dixon ‘All the ingredients of a classic mystery – engaging characters and an impossible crime. The story races along like a runaway locomotive… enormous fun.’ Orlando Murrin‘A beautiful written 1920’s murder mystery series full of fun, wit and red herrings’ Anita Davison'The perfect "country house" murder mystery. The book is terrific fun.' Jane Bettany'We devoured this whoddunit in one sitting!' Bella'With murder, intrigue, and ghostly happenings, this will satisfy cosy crime fans.' Heat

A brand new Golden Age cosy crime mystery from the multi-million-copy bestseller Faith Martin.'Hugely entertaining with an ingenious solution! I loved it!' Clare Chase 'A wonderful book with which to cosy up’ The Belfast Telegraph'A masterfully constructed pageturner of a murder mystery. Clever, compelling, and intriguing. An excellent read' T.A. Williams ***** Yorkshire, 1926. Gentleman ghost-hunter Arbuthnot 'Arbie' Swift and his old friend Val arrive at Cleeves Lea Manor, looking forward to the promise of a lavish weekend party.The lady of the house, an avid reader of Arbie’s books, is eager to show him off to her distinguished guests. Amidst the festivities, Arbie is also tasked with investigating rumours of a ‘ghost train spitting fire’ for the third instalment of the increasingly popular (to Arbie’s great surprise) Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-hunting.But when the guests start dying, Arbie instead finds himself thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. With time running out, will he and Val be able to uncover the truth?Praise for A Dangerous Train of Thought'Suspicious notes, a lethal hat pin and a body in the library … As far as I'm concerned Faith Martin is the Grand Dame of Country House Crime!' J. M. Hall'A charming, cleverly-constructed caper, chock-full of captivating characters. I loved it' Matt Dunn‘There’s much to love about this dazzling new date with Arbie and Val’ The Lancashire Post‘Brilliant characters and a well-constructed mystery’ Yours ‘This Ingeniously crafted mystery blends suspense, humour and charm’ Woman’s Own'The conclusion to this story is startling, surprising, and very clever. I never stood a chance of guessing this one!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It was entertaining, full of twists and turns with a few red herrings, suspenseful and unputdownable’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book delivers exactly what cosy crime fans hope for’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a golden age style mystery that was a pleasure to read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another engaging story, that will keep you guessing from start to finish' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don’t miss the latest instalment of the cosy crime thriller series, Val & Arbie Mysteries, from best-selling author Faith Martin. Pre-order now! Oxford University, 1927. Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift thought he was returning to St Bede’s College for High Table gossip, sherry-soaked reunions, and perhaps a ghost story to inspire his latest book.Instead, he wakes to the news that the wife of one of the Oxford scholars has been found dead, apparently by her own hand. But Arbie suspects there is more hidden behind the whispers and stiffly offered condolences than meets the eye.With a scandal-conscious Principal, an officious inspector, and his quick-witted friend Val, he must navigate academic rivalries and long-buried secrets – before another death turns Oxford’s dreaming spires into a crime scene.Readers LOVE the Val & Arbie Mysteries:'The conclusion to this story is startling, surprising, and very clever. I never stood a chance of guessing this one!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It was entertaining, full of twists and turns with a few red herrings, suspenseful and unputdownable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book delivers exactly what cosy crime fans hope for’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a golden age style mystery that was a pleasure to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another engaging story, that will keep you guessing from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don’t miss the latest instalment of the cosy crime thriller series, Val & Arbie Mysteries, from best-selling author Faith Martin. Pre-order now! Oxford University, 1927. Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift thought he was returning to St Bede’s College for High Table gossip, sherry-soaked reunions, and perhaps a ghost story to inspire his latest book.Instead, he wakes to the news that the wife of one of the Oxford scholars has been found dead, apparently by her own hand. But Arbie suspects there is more hidden behind the whispers and stiffly offered condolences than meets the eye.With a scandal-conscious Principal, an officious inspector, and his quick-witted friend Val, he must navigate academic rivalries and long-buried secrets – before another death turns Oxford’s dreaming spires into a crime scene.Readers LOVE the Val & Arbie Mysteries:'The conclusion to this story is startling, surprising, and very clever. I never stood a chance of guessing this one!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It was entertaining, full of twists and turns with a few red herrings, suspenseful and unputdownable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book delivers exactly what cosy crime fans hope for’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a golden age style mystery that was a pleasure to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another engaging story, that will keep you guessing from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As the Oxford Detective Society tackle their first case, someone is determined that a long-buried mystery should stay hidden…Oxford biographer Lyssa Moore is delighted to be commissioned to write about Amelia ‘Monty’ Montrose, the 1960s music icon who died mysteriously at her birthday party in 1966. But as Lyssa delves into Monty’s past, she discovers the wild child portrayed by the press was hiding far more than anyone knew.And someone is taking a very keen interest in Lyssa’s research. Her flat has been broken into, her phone is acting strangely, and she has a feeling she is being followed. Is Lyssa getting too close to a dangerous truth—was there more to Monty’s death than a tragic accident?With the help of her cat Bibbie and her Oxford friends, who form the Oxford Detective Society, Lyssa must uncover what really happened sixty years ago. Because in Oxfordshire’s country houses and picture-perfect gardens, the past refuses to stay buried…From multimillion-copy bestseller Faith Martin comes the start of a brand-new, incredibly gripping murder mystery series, perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Emylia Hall and Rachel McLean.

Meet DI Hillary Green, a detective in the Oxfordshire Constabulary fighting to save her career. Not only has she lost her husband, but his actions have put her under internal investigation for corruption. Then a bashed and broken body is found floating in the Oxford Canal.

DI Hillary Green returns, a detective in the Oxfordshire Constabulary fighting to save her career. Not only has she lost herhusband, but his actions have put her under internal investigation for corruption. Then a bashed and broken body is foundfloating in the Oxford Canal.

DI Hillary Greene is called out to attend a suspicious death at Three Oaks Farm in the picturesque village of Steeple Barton. The large farmhouse is filled with music and revellers, but when she steps into the farm’s cowshed, Hillary finds the bride – dead.

A would-be politician is found battered to death in the kitchen of his Oxfordshire home. His wife’s alibi is full of holes and there’sanother woman in the picture. His seemingly mild-mannered political rival can’t seem to place himself at the time of death either.DI Hillary Greene is called in to get to the bottom of this perplexing murder. She doesn’t think the prime suspect is as guilty aseveryone thinks. Just as she’s about to make a breakthrough, everything is turned upside down by a fatal development in anothercase she is working on . . . Can Hillary find the murderer and survive a brush with one of Oxford’s most dangerous criminals atthe same time?

15–year-old Billy Davies is found dead in his father’s shed. A pair of gardening shears thrust brutally into his chest. DI Hillary Greene tries to get to the bottom of this baffling crime. How had Billy come into contact with such a vicious killer? Who wanted him dead and why? The investigation reveals that the teenager was not such an innocent young man. Meanwhile, Hillary’s career seems to have stalled. She’s been passed over for promotion, and her reliable constable Tommy Lynch is to be transferred out. But Hillary won’t let distractions get in the way of solving crimes. To catch this killer, Hillary will need to dig deep into the dark secrets of a small community.Set at prestigous, ancient Oxford University, drawing on the author’s local knowledge of the university’s history and the area, and expert research into police procedure.At the heart of the series is Hillary Greene, a hard-working detective who lives on a houseboat, has a reputation for getting the job done right. Her DCI, Philip ‘Mellow’ Mallow, has her back, even as she battles an ongoing internal investigation.

Meet DI HILLARY GREENE, a policewoman struggling to save her career and catch criminals. Flo Jenkins is found murdered inher armchair, a paperknife sticking out of her chest. The old woman was well liked and nothing seems to have been stolen fromher home. And it was common knowledge that she only had weeks to live. Why kill a dying woman? This is going to be one of thetoughest cases yet for Hillary to solve. Hillary also has to deal with a new colleague who has a terrible temper and a rocky past.With no forensics, no leads, and only a drug-addict nephew as a suspect, will this be Hillary’s first failure to solve a murder case?

Meet DI HILLARY GREENE, a policewoman struggling to save her career and catch criminals. Mattie Jones is found brutally stabbed to death in her palatial home. Hillary Greene is called in to investigate the murder of this wealthy woman. Who wanted her dead and why? Hillary discovers that Mattie's snobby attitude had made her many enemies. Mattie was also going through a messy divorce and had a secret lover. Meanwhile, in a terrifying turn of events, police officers are being gunned down outside their stations. A sniper is on the loose. Who will come under attack next?Can Hillary cope with the enemies within, a complex case, and the whole force under attack?

Meet DI HILLARY GREENE, a policewoman struggling to save her career and catch criminals. Wayne Sutton is found dead by a stream in a beautiful meadow. His head has been bashed in and a red paper heart left on his body. The handsome young artist had a reputation as a ladies' man. DI Hillary Greene discovers that many wealthy married women were buying his paintings and taking 'private' art lesson from him. It appears that several of them might have wanted him dead. Hillary also has a new detective sergeant, Gemma Fordham. Seemingly efficient and pleasant, she harbours a secret agenda.Can Hillary get to the bottom of a complex case involving jealousy, love, and cold-blooded murder?