Cream teas, buttered crumpets and a very curious crime… Melissa Craig is settling in nicely to a new teaching position in the quaint little village of Upper Bembury, getting to know her way around, drinking tea with the eccentric staff, even sewing the first seeds of romance… But when she arrives one morning to find police outside her classroom, Melissa is shocked to hear that her beautiful colleague Angelica has been found dead in her home. As everyone in Angelica’s life comes under suspicion, Melissa makes it her mission to go in search of the truth, not least because she’s romantically entangled with none other than the police’s prime suspect. The discovery of a vandalised portrait of the murdered girl might be just the clue that Melissa needs to clear her lover’s name, but when a second body surfaces, she knows she needs to act quickly. Can Melissa uncover the ugly truth in this beautiful village before another innocent life is taken? Do you love murder mysteries by Agatha Christie, P.D. James and Faith Martin? If so, make this puzzling and absolutely page-turning whodunnit your next read! This book was previously published as Finishing Touch. What readers are saying about Betty Rowlands: ‘Perfect for lovers of COSY CRIME!... I loved this book… This is an easily read book but it will keep you on your toes’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘An entertaining book… fluently written… In the same league as Agatha Christie.’ B for Book Review ‘Captivated… very well-written… a terrific beginning to the series… a very quick read. I thoroughly enjoyed the danger and surprising twists in this story, as well as the unexpected humour.’ Robin Loves Reading ‘Absolutely charming!… A good old-fashioned who-dunnit with just the right amount of mystery, intrigue and humour. Would definitely recommend!’ Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ‘A gripping cozy mystery… encapsulated village life to a T!’ A Knight’s Reads ‘Absolutely perfect… very easy reading… Melissa Craig is such a good character… swept along for the ride… I am very much looking forward delving into the others – I can't wait! Broadbean’s Books ‘I really liked this book… I could picture everything in my mind clearly. I enjoyed the storyline and it kept me intrigued. I loved the mystery and how we got to the end and I didn't guess what was going to happen.’ Goodreads reviewer ‘I'm so glad to have found this cozy mystery series! I'll be watching for the second in this series… am anxious to see what adventures Mel Craig takes on next.’ Goodreads reviewer ‘A timeless plot… The setting in the beautiful Cotswolds was vivid and reminded me a lot of the villages in Midsomer Murders… The story is well thought out, and I appreciated the excellent writing. This is an ideal read.’ Goodreads reviewer
ASIN: 1786816598
VSKU: PKV.1786816598.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Rowlands, Betty
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: A well-loved companion. Corners and cover might show a little wear, and you could find some notes or highlights. The dust jacket might be MIA, it might have been a library book and extras aren't guaranteed—but the story's all there!