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'I quite simply loved this book ... the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked' Frances EveshamLambing season always brings the unexpected… But no one expected murderJude Gray never thought she’d find herself widowed and running a working farm full-time, but here she is, living in the small Malvern village her husband Adam spent most of his life in.After a particularly gruelling lambing season, she is looking forward to some time off, but there’s no rest for the wicked, especially when she finds the body of one of Adam’s oldest friends on her farm.Unimpressed with the local constabulary's efforts, Jude starts an investigation of her own. But as the body count rises, danger creeps ever closer to Malvern Farm.A killer is on the prowl. And all that stands in their way is one woman – and her dog.- '...the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked that I swear I could smell the manure, and ... the brave, determined and sympathetic character of Jude Gray herself' Frances Evesham, author of A Village Murder'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams, author of Murder in Siena'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter, author of A Contest to Kill For'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young, author of Artful Antics at St Brides'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh, author of Foul Play at Seal Bay'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local & beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists & turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green, author of The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller, author of The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder‘A great twisty murder mystery, cleverly done and with characters I loved spending time with…’ Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder

'I quite simply loved this book ... the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked' Frances EveshamLambing season always brings the unexpected… But no one expected murderJude Gray never thought she’d find herself widowed and running a working farm full-time, but here she is, living in the small Malvern village her husband Adam spent most of his life in.After a particularly gruelling lambing season, she is looking forward to some time off, but there’s no rest for the wicked, especially when she finds the body of one of Adam’s oldest friends on her farm.Unimpressed with the local constabulary's efforts, Jude starts an investigation of her own. But as the body count rises, danger creeps ever closer to Malvern Farm.A killer is on the prowl. And all that stands in their way is one woman – and her dog.- '...the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked that I swear I could smell the manure, and ... the brave, determined and sympathetic character of Jude Gray herself' Frances Evesham, author of A Village Murder'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams, author of Murder in Siena'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter, author of A Contest to Kill For'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young, author of Artful Antics at St Brides'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh, author of Foul Play at Seal Bay'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local & beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists & turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green, author of The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller, author of The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder‘A great twisty murder mystery, cleverly done and with characters I loved spending time with…’ Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder

'I quite simply loved this book ... the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked' Frances EveshamLambing season always brings the unexpected… But no one expected murderJude Gray never thought she’d find herself widowed and running a working farm full-time, but here she is, living in the small Malvern village her husband Adam spent most of his life in.After a particularly gruelling lambing season, she is looking forward to some time off, but there’s no rest for the wicked, especially when she finds the body of one of Adam’s oldest friends on her farm.Unimpressed with the local constabulary's efforts, Jude starts an investigation of her own. But as the body count rises, danger creeps ever closer to Malvern Farm.A killer is on the prowl. And all that stands in their way is one woman – and her dog.- '...the wonderful detail of a farm so realistically evoked that I swear I could smell the manure, and ... the brave, determined and sympathetic character of Jude Gray herself' Frances Evesham, author of A Village Murder'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams, author of Murder in Siena'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter, author of A Contest to Kill For'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young, author of Artful Antics at St Brides'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh, author of Foul Play at Seal Bay'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local & beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists & turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green, author of The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller, author of The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder‘A great twisty murder mystery, cleverly done and with characters I loved spending time with…’ Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder

An absolutely page-turning cosy mystery, where death comes to a small village. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin.Where there’s a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered…Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well.The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat.But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who’s been seen wandering through the village and through Jude’s fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable…A totally page-turning mystery novel with unforgettable characters you will love, suspect and enjoy. Fans of Faith Martin and Frances Evessham will love the Malvern Mystery series!'I loved this book as much, if not more, than the first book in the series. Great plot twists with believable characters all set in a beautiful location.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin'This book had a bit of everything! ... Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Brilliantly plotted, with twists and turns - and a truly satisfying ending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'What a story bursting with adventure, Murder and Romance. It was so good I just kept on reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

An absolutely page-turning cosy mystery, where death comes to a small village. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin.Where there’s a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered…Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well.The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat.But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who’s been seen wandering through the village and through Jude’s fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable…A totally page-turning mystery novel with unforgettable characters you will love, suspect and enjoy. Fans of Faith Martin and Frances Evessham will love the Malvern Mystery series!'I loved this book as much, if not more, than the first book in the series. Great plot twists with believable characters all set in a beautiful location.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin'This book had a bit of everything! ... Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Brilliantly plotted, with twists and turns - and a truly satisfying ending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'What a story bursting with adventure, Murder and Romance. It was so good I just kept on reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

An absolutely page-turning cosy mystery, where death comes to a small village. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin.Where there’s a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered…Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well.The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat.But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who’s been seen wandering through the village and through Jude’s fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable…A totally page-turning mystery novel with unforgettable characters you will love, suspect and enjoy. Fans of Faith Martin and Frances Evessham will love the Malvern Mystery series!'I loved this book as much, if not more, than the first book in the series. Great plot twists with believable characters all set in a beautiful location.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin'This book had a bit of everything! ... Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Brilliantly plotted, with twists and turns - and a truly satisfying ending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'What a story bursting with adventure, Murder and Romance. It was so good I just kept on reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

A totally absorbing cosy mystery to settle down with, perfect for fans of Faith MartinThe time for celebrations is over…Jude Gray’s farm is going from strength to strength, and even though her grumpy neighbour has concerns about the new campsite in the lower field, she is undeterred.When a hen party arrives for a weekend away, she does her best to cater for their celebrations. But with a sheep needing urgent care – an accidental mishap or something more nefarious? – she finds herself consulting the group, which coincidentally contains four vets.When one of the hens goes missing, it becomes clear there are more sinister forces at play, and someone is targeting her farm. With the help of close friend Detective Inspector Binnie Khatri, Jude once again dons her amateur sleuthing hat.They uncover a web of deceit, affairs and rivalries, but will they find the perpetrator before events turn murderous?Another instalment in the thrilling Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham and Faith Martin'Brilliant from the first page to the last. Great story line and it took me till nearly the end before I knew who the killer was. Lots of twists and turns.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a brilliantly written engaging story.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Thoroughly enjoyed this new book in the Malvern Mystery series. Lots of twists and turns, engaging characters and another excellent insight into the reality of farming life, cant wait for the next book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin

A totally absorbing cosy mystery to settle down with, perfect for fans of Faith MartinThe time for celebrations is over…Jude Gray’s farm is going from strength to strength, and even though her grumpy neighbour has concerns about the new campsite in the lower field, she is undeterred.When a hen party arrives for a weekend away, she does her best to cater for their celebrations. But with a sheep needing urgent care – an accidental mishap or something more nefarious? – she finds herself consulting the group, which coincidentally contains four vets.When one of the hens goes missing, it becomes clear there are more sinister forces at play, and someone is targeting her farm. With the help of close friend Detective Inspector Binnie Khatri, Jude once again dons her amateur sleuthing hat.They uncover a web of deceit, affairs and rivalries, but will they find the perpetrator before events turn murderous?Another instalment in the thrilling Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham and Faith Martin'Brilliant from the first page to the last. Great story line and it took me till nearly the end before I knew who the killer was. Lots of twists and turns.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a brilliantly written engaging story.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Thoroughly enjoyed this new book in the Malvern Mystery series. Lots of twists and turns, engaging characters and another excellent insight into the reality of farming life, cant wait for the next book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin

A totally absorbing cosy mystery to settle down with, perfect for fans of Faith MartinThe time for celebrations is over…Jude Gray’s farm is going from strength to strength, and even though her grumpy neighbour has concerns about the new campsite in the lower field, she is undeterred.When a hen party arrives for a weekend away, she does her best to cater for their celebrations. But with a sheep needing urgent care – an accidental mishap or something more nefarious? – she finds herself consulting the group, which coincidentally contains four vets.When one of the hens goes missing, it becomes clear there are more sinister forces at play, and someone is targeting her farm. With the help of close friend Detective Inspector Binnie Khatri, Jude once again dons her amateur sleuthing hat.They uncover a web of deceit, affairs and rivalries, but will they find the perpetrator before events turn murderous?Another instalment in the thrilling Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham and Faith Martin'Brilliant from the first page to the last. Great story line and it took me till nearly the end before I knew who the killer was. Lots of twists and turns.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a brilliantly written engaging story.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Thoroughly enjoyed this new book in the Malvern Mystery series. Lots of twists and turns, engaging characters and another excellent insight into the reality of farming life, cant wait for the next book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin

The BRAND NEW instalment in the Malvern Mysteries from Kate WellsThis is no peaceful walk in the countryside…When Jude Gray and DI Binnie Khatri join a local walking group, their expectations for a peaceful outing to the Malvern Hills takes a grim turn. Arguments abound, and the hike ends in tragedy when one of the walkers is found dead in her car.Initially ruled as an accident, Jude's instincts tell her there’s more to the story.As Jude and Binnie dig deeper, they uncover tensions and secrets within the group. From hidden affairs to longstanding rivalries, it becomes clear this death was no accident.With each revelation, the danger grows. Can Jude and Binnie unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?A gripping addition to the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW instalment in the Malvern Mysteries from Kate WellsThis is no peaceful walk in the countryside…When Jude Gray and DI Binnie Khatri join a local walking group, their expectations for a peaceful outing to the Malvern Hills takes a grim turn. Arguments abound, and the hike ends in tragedy when one of the walkers is found dead in her car.Initially ruled as an accident, Jude's instincts tell her there’s more to the story.As Jude and Binnie dig deeper, they uncover tensions and secrets within the group. From hidden affairs to longstanding rivalries, it becomes clear this death was no accident.With each revelation, the danger grows. Can Jude and Binnie unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?A gripping addition to the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW instalment in the Malvern Mysteries from Kate WellsThis is no peaceful walk in the countryside…When Jude Gray and DI Binnie Khatri join a local walking group, their expectations for a peaceful outing to the Malvern Hills takes a grim turn. Arguments abound, and the hike ends in tragedy when one of the walkers is found dead in her car.Initially ruled as an accident, Jude's instincts tell her there’s more to the story.As Jude and Binnie dig deeper, they uncover tensions and secrets within the group. From hidden affairs to longstanding rivalries, it becomes clear this death was no accident.With each revelation, the danger grows. Can Jude and Binnie unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?A gripping addition to the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

Murder is the prize of the day in this BRAND NEW gripping instalment in the Malvern Farm Mysteries…Foul play at the sheep show…Tensions are high at the Three Counties Show when accusations of cheating add fuel to a longstanding feud. For Jude Gray, whose only hope was to not make a fool of herself showing her Kerry Hill sheep, farming life has never been so dramatic.When a body is found, belonging to one of the competitors, there is no shortage of suspects. Every sheep farmer in this close-knit community has a motive and beneath their show-ready smiles, they all have something to hide.Experience has taught Jude that when there’s a murderer at large, nobody is truly safe. And with secrets simmering beneath the surface, this may be her most challenging investigation yet. Can she unearth the truth before it’s too late?A gripping new instalment in the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

Murder is the prize of the day in this BRAND NEW gripping instalment in the Malvern Farm Mysteries…Foul play at the sheep show…Tensions are high at the Three Counties Show when accusations of cheating add fuel to a longstanding feud. For Jude Gray, whose only hope was to not make a fool of herself showing her Kerry Hill sheep, farming life has never been so dramatic.When a body is found, belonging to one of the competitors, there is no shortage of suspects. Every sheep farmer in this close-knit community has a motive and beneath their show-ready smiles, they all have something to hide.Experience has taught Jude that when there’s a murderer at large, nobody is truly safe. And with secrets simmering beneath the surface, this may be her most challenging investigation yet. Can she unearth the truth before it’s too late?A gripping new instalment in the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

Murder is the prize of the day in this BRAND NEW gripping instalment in the Malvern Farm Mysteries…Foul play at the sheep show…Tensions are high at the Three Counties Show when accusations of cheating add fuel to a longstanding feud. For Jude Gray, whose only hope was to not make a fool of herself showing her Kerry Hill sheep, farming life has never been so dramatic.When a body is found, belonging to one of the competitors, there is no shortage of suspects. Every sheep farmer in this close-knit community has a motive and beneath their show-ready smiles, they all have something to hide.Experience has taught Jude that when there’s a murderer at large, nobody is truly safe. And with secrets simmering beneath the surface, this may be her most challenging investigation yet. Can she unearth the truth before it’s too late?A gripping new instalment in the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

A totally unputdownable, addictive murder mystery 🔪 Perfect for fans of Robert Thorogood, M. C. Beaton and Mary Grand! ✨Salutations, sunrise… and sabotage.Jude Gray is delighted to hear that her friend Kerry is setting up a wellness retreat with her new boyfriend. If anyone deserves to find peace and happiness, it’s Kerry and a retreat at the foot of the Malvern Hills sounds perfect. So Jude – as any good friend would – offers to pitch in.But the appearance of charismatic keynote speaker Inigo Sage sets Jude’s instincts on edge. With his mystical mantras and too-perfect smile, he strikes her as more showman than spiritual guide. Still, he keeps the guests happy, and with a few unexpected extra arrivals, Jude and Kerry certainly have their hands full.When a fatal accident shatters the peace, the weekend of relaxation descends into anything but tranquility. And Jude learns that Inigo’s connections to many of those at the retreat go back decades, and their shared secrets have been deeply buried.As tensions flare and old resentments bubble to the surface, can Jude find the truth before someone else gets hurt?While this novel features the same characters as the other books in the Malvern Fam Mysteries series, it can be read as a STANDALONE'This was an amazing book! I just couldn’t put it down … I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a cosy mystery that will have you gripped right from the start. That has an amazing story and amazing characters as well.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Fantastic, cozy, and well-written mystery with impeccable vibes and a fast-paced plot. 5 stars.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A richly rewarding cozy mystery with strong character work and an intriguing plot that lingers on the idea that the past is never truly buried.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This is a cosy mystery done right: atmospheric, engaging, and with just enough darkness to keep things interesting.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Beautifully written with a perfectly woven plot.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A Midsummer Murder had me on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading it' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW brilliantly addictive, festive cozy mystery! 🎄🩸🔪 Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Mary Grand and Frances Evesham! ✨🩸 Mistletoe, mince pies… and murder! 🩸When Jude Gray inherited Malvern Farm, she never thought she’d become so used to farm life, let alone be good at it! But now a beloved national TV show is coming to film their Christmas special on her land, celebrating the charm of rural living.At least, that’s the plan… until one of the crew is found dead in suspicious circumstances.At first, it looks like a tragic accident, but when alibis start to crack, it seems like anything but. With a growing list of suspects and enough behind-the-scenes drama to rival anything the cameras are capturing, Jude must dig deep to uncover the truth.Because someone on her farm is hiding a deadly secret – and this year, the season of goodwill may come with a killer twist…You can't miss this page-turning festive mystery set in the beautiful English countryside!Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW brilliantly addictive, festive cozy mystery! 🎄🩸🔪 Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Mary Grand and Frances Evesham! ✨🩸 Mistletoe, mince pies… and murder! 🩸When Jude Gray inherited Malvern Farm, she never thought she’d become so used to farm life, let alone be good at it! But now a beloved national TV show is coming to film their Christmas special on her land, celebrating the charm of rural living.At least, that’s the plan… until one of the crew is found dead in suspicious circumstances.At first, it looks like a tragic accident, but when alibis start to crack, it seems like anything but. With a growing list of suspects and enough behind-the-scenes drama to rival anything the cameras are capturing, Jude must dig deep to uncover the truth.Because someone on her farm is hiding a deadly secret – and this year, the season of goodwill may come with a killer twist…You can't miss this page-turning festive mystery set in the beautiful English countryside!Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW brilliantly addictive, festive cozy mystery! 🎄🩸🔪 Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Mary Grand and Frances Evesham! ✨🩸 Mistletoe, mince pies… and murder! 🩸When Jude Gray inherited Malvern Farm, she never thought she’d become so used to farm life, let alone be good at it! But now a beloved national TV show is coming to film their Christmas special on her land, celebrating the charm of rural living.At least, that’s the plan… until one of the crew is found dead in suspicious circumstances.At first, it looks like a tragic accident, but when alibis start to crack, it seems like anything but. With a growing list of suspects and enough behind-the-scenes drama to rival anything the cameras are capturing, Jude must dig deep to uncover the truth.Because someone on her farm is hiding a deadly secret – and this year, the season of goodwill may come with a killer twist…You can't miss this page-turning festive mystery set in the beautiful English countryside!Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

The BRAND NEW brilliantly addictive, festive cozy mystery! 🎄🩸🔪 Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Mary Grand and Frances Evesham! ✨🩸 Mistletoe, mince pies… and murder! 🩸When Jude Gray inherited Malvern Farm, she never thought she’d become so used to farm life, let alone be good at it! But now a beloved national TV show is coming to film their Christmas special on her land, celebrating the charm of rural living.At least, that’s the plan… until one of the crew is found dead in suspicious circumstances.At first, it looks like a tragic accident, but when alibis start to crack, it seems like anything but. With a growing list of suspects and enough behind-the-scenes drama to rival anything the cameras are capturing, Jude must dig deep to uncover the truth.Because someone on her farm is hiding a deadly secret – and this year, the season of goodwill may come with a killer twist…You can't miss this page-turning festive mystery set in the beautiful English countryside!Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

A totally unputdownable, addictive murder mystery 🔪 Perfect for fans of Robert Thorogood, M. C. Beaton and Mary Grand! ✨Salutations, sunrise… and sabotage.Jude Gray is delighted to hear that her friend Kerry is setting up a wellness retreat with her new boyfriend. If anyone deserves to find peace and happiness, it’s Kerry and a retreat at the foot of the Malvern Hills sounds perfect. So Jude – as any good friend would – offers to pitch in.But the appearance of charismatic keynote speaker Inigo Sage sets Jude’s instincts on edge. With his mystical mantras and too-perfect smile, he strikes her as more showman than spiritual guide. Still, he keeps the guests happy, and with a few unexpected extra arrivals, Jude and Kerry certainly have their hands full.When a fatal accident shatters the peace, the weekend of relaxation descends into anything but tranquility. And Jude learns that Inigo’s connections to many of those at the retreat go back decades, and their shared secrets have been deeply buried.As tensions flare and old resentments bubble to the surface, can Jude find the truth before someone else gets hurt?While this novel features the same characters as the other books in the Malvern Fam Mysteries series, it can be read as a STANDALONE'This was an amazing book! I just couldn’t put it down … I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a cosy mystery that will have you gripped right from the start. That has an amazing story and amazing characters as well.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Fantastic, cozy, and well-written mystery with impeccable vibes and a fast-paced plot. 5 stars.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A richly rewarding cozy mystery with strong character work and an intriguing plot that lingers on the idea that the past is never truly buried.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This is a cosy mystery done right: atmospheric, engaging, and with just enough darkness to keep things interesting.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Beautifully written with a perfectly woven plot.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A Midsummer Murder had me on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading it' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull

A totally unputdownable, addictive murder mystery 🔪 Perfect for fans of Robert Thorogood, M. C. Beaton and Mary Grand! ✨Salutations, sunrise… and sabotage.Jude Gray is delighted to hear that her friend Kerry is setting up a wellness retreat with her new boyfriend. If anyone deserves to find peace and happiness, it’s Kerry and a retreat at the foot of the Malvern Hills sounds perfect. So Jude – as any good friend would – offers to pitch in.But the appearance of charismatic keynote speaker Inigo Sage sets Jude’s instincts on edge. With his mystical mantras and too-perfect smile, he strikes her as more showman than spiritual guide. Still, he keeps the guests happy, and with a few unexpected extra arrivals, Jude and Kerry certainly have their hands full.When a fatal accident shatters the peace, the weekend of relaxation descends into anything but tranquility. And Jude learns that Inigo’s connections to many of those at the retreat go back decades, and their shared secrets have been deeply buried.As tensions flare and old resentments bubble to the surface, can Jude find the truth before someone else gets hurt?While this novel features the same characters as the other books in the Malvern Fam Mysteries series, it can be read as a STANDALONE'This was an amazing book! I just couldn’t put it down … I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a cosy mystery that will have you gripped right from the start. That has an amazing story and amazing characters as well.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Fantastic, cozy, and well-written mystery with impeccable vibes and a fast-paced plot. 5 stars.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A richly rewarding cozy mystery with strong character work and an intriguing plot that lingers on the idea that the past is never truly buried.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This is a cosy mystery done right: atmospheric, engaging, and with just enough darkness to keep things interesting.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Beautifully written with a perfectly woven plot.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A Midsummer Murder had me on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading it' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPraise for Kate Wells:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn’t put it down!' Jessica Bull