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  Review - 5 out of 5 Stars: I’ve been enjoying the Lady Swift series since the very beginning, so I couldn’t wait to read Murder Stage Left. Our favourite detective agency is in Stratford this time, investigating some thefts, when fires and murders start occurring. It took me a little longer to get into this book than usual, though I think that’s more to do with how I was feeling than the book. However, once I did get into it, I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was great fun to see the Byron detective agency getting into its stride, and Hugh adapting to no longer being in the police. This collection of characters are old friends by now, and I’m loving seeing how they’re getting on in each book. The mystery was an engrossing one. Everyone seemed to be hiding something, which further obscured the truth. I loved trying to figure it out alongside the detectives. Overall, this was another excellent and intriguing mystery, full of favourite characters. What more could you want? I was given a c...

  Review - 5 out of 5 Stars: A short review as I’m unwell at the moment. I’ve been reading the Kitty Underhay mysteries for years now, and every single one has been delightfully enjoyable. Murder in a Yorkshire Village fits right in with the rest. I loved reading this book. It combines favourite characters, a new and enjoyable setting, and an excellent mystery. What could be better? Plus I really enjoyed the character development in Inspector Lewis.  I was given a copy of this book, my opinions are my own. About the Author: Helena Dixon is the author of the internationally bestselling Miss Underhay cozy mystery series. She is a Black Country girl living in Devon. Married to the same man for over thirty-five years she has three daughters, a cactus called Spike, and a crazy cockapoo. She was the winner of the RNA Romance Prize in 2007 and the RNA Love Story of the Year 2010. Mailing List:  https://bookouture.com/subscribe/helena-dixon Website:  https://www.nelldixon.co...

  Review - 5 out of 5 Stars: A quick review as I’m unwell. I have very much enjoyed all the previous books in this series, so I couldn’t wait to read An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco. This time, the dinner lady detectives are trapped in the town hall by appalling weather, and of course murder occurs! I so enjoyed reading this book, I love the collection of characters, and how they work together to solve the mystery. There were plenty of amusing moments among the slightly grimmer ones.  I’d definitely recommend this book to anyone who has enjoyed the series or likes cosy crime. I recommend reading the whole series from the beginning. I was given a copy of this book, my opinions are my own.

  Review - 5 out of 5 Stars: Maeve Haran is a new author for me, but The Campervan Murders sounded like a lot of fun. I was not disappointed! When Sadie comes home early to a scene she was not expecting, she blows her savings on a campervan and returns to her childhood summer holiday favourite location. As soon as she arrives, she stumbles across a dead body, and the adventures begin! I loved this story! Sadie is a great character, and I love the collection of people she meets and befriends. The Vintage Vanettes are a great group, and it was most entertaining watching them try and solve the crimes. I liked the way they looked after each other too. The setting was a lovely one, I always enjoy a seaside location, and I loved the independent shops and community atmosphere. The plot itself was an intriguing one. There were plenty of suspects, a lot of whom seemed to only get more suspicious as the book went on. I had a wonderful time trying to work out who the culprit was. Overall, thi...