Julia Bird, a nature enthusiast, thoroughly enjoys strolling through the countryside. There is nothing quite like the refreshing air and lush, rolling hills of the Cotswolds to clear one's mind. However, this idyllic setting takes an unexpected turn when a tragic discovery is made.
The local veterinarian, Dr. Eve Davies, is found dead at the bottom of a cliff, and the police initially believe it was a mere accident. Yet, Julia is not entirely convinced, as just a few days prior, Dr. Eve had confided in her that she believed something ominous was about to occur.
As Julia delves deeper into the investigation, several potential suspects emerge. Could it have been Dr. Eve's mother, Kay, a struggling gambler who stands to inherit her unmarried daughter's home? Or was it her assistant, Olga, who was on the verge of being dismissed? Alternatively, could it have been her ruthless tennis partner, Will, with whom Dr. Eve had a heated argument shortly before her untimely demise?
Adding to the mystery, a mysterious stranger is spotted lurking around the village of Berrywick, peering into people's windows. When a second body is discovered in the exact location where Dr. Eve was found, Julia realizes that this cannot be a mere coincidence. Both victims were pushed off the cliff, but the motive remains elusive.
Julia must decide whether to let sleeping dogs lie or to relentlessly pursue the murderer like a dog with a bone. As the investigation deepens, the cozy English countryside setting is transformed into a web of intrigue, mischief, and deadly consequences.
Readers have been captivated by the Julia Bird Mysteries, praising the series as a "totally gripping and charming cozy mystery" that is "impossible to put down." Fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin, and Betty Rowlands will undoubtedly find delight in this deliciously red-herring-filled, rural crime novel, brimming with wit, charm, and an irresistible protagonist.
product information:
Attribute | Value |
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publisher | Bookouture (September 11, 2024) |
publication_date | September 11, 2024 |
language | English |
file_size | 1958 KB |
text_to_speech | Enabled |
screen_reader | Supported |
enhanced_typesetting | Enabled |
x_ray | Not Enabled |
word_wise | Enabled |
sticky_notes | On Kindle Scribe |
print_length | 284 pages |
best_sellers_rank | #46,358 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #313 in Cozy Crafts & Hobbies Mystery #677 in Amateur Sleuth Mysteries (Kindle Store) #759 in Cozy Animal Mystery |
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