Murder at the Inn: An utterly gripping English cozy murder mystery (Julia Bird Mysteries)

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Julia Bird loves the village pub quiz, but it seems one of her team won’t make it to the next round alive… On the first Tuesday of each month, Julia Bird and her Agatha Quizteam teammates take part in Berrywick’s village pub quiz. They take it seriously – what’s the point of playing, after all, if you aren’t in it to win it? But it seems someone connected with the quiz night has taken the competition to a whole new level when Lilian, the local police constable and all-round general knowledge expert, is found fatally stabbed after the evening’s final round. With local DI Hayley Gibson stuck home with a broken leg and an incompetent Superintendent brought in from the nearby town, it’s up to Julia to make sure the investigation stays focussed – whether they like it or not! While the police are convinced that the murderer is linked to Lilian’s professional life, Julia turns her amateur sleuthing eye to suspects much closer to home. Perhaps Lilian’s personal life could have something to do with the dreadful crime? When another quiz team member is attacked, Julia is finally put on the right track. But what could possibly be important – or dangerous – enough for two attendees of the pub quiz night to meet such foul ends over? Could the culprit really be among them on that busy Tuesday night? As Julia’s race to identify the killer ramps up to desperate heights, she wonders, where will the murderous spree end? Perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin and Betty Rowlands, Murder at the Inn is a brilliantly compelling English cosy mystery. Readers are loving the Julia Bird mysteries: ‘There just aren't enough stars for this one, so I can only give it FIVE!! I'm so looking forward to the next book in the series!!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely LOVED this… Julia Bird was an amazing and lovable character… Once I started it, I couldn't stop.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fabulous… addictive… a witty and delightful crime novel full of delicious red herrings, rural mischief and bucolic charm that is impossible to put down.’ Bookish Jottings ‘Oh my, I loved Julia Bird… she is a delight! I can’t wait for the next one!’ MoongloTexas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I completed the book within a day… I would highly recommend this cosy crime page-turner as the perfect indulgent summer evening escape’. NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was hooked on the mystery immediately… If you haven’t read this series you are missing out! Pure entertainment… a fabulous read and I can’t wait for the next one.’ @onceuponatimebookreviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Really entertaining… I simply couldn’t put the book down… Julia’s life in the countryside with her newly adopted dog Jake was too enjoyable… I cannot wait to read for Julia Bird’s next adventure!… Five stars!’ Tropical Girl Reads Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Reminiscent of Agatha Christie… I loved everything about this book.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant!… I really warmed to Julia and especially Jake, her errant puppy, and loved the village life.’ Broadbean’s Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this book! I am always thrilled to find a new cozy mystery/series to get stuck into and I thoroughly enjoyed this one.’ A Wordy Woman ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ASIN: 1803148969
VSKU: DBV.1803148969.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Gayle, Katie
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!
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