Showing posts with label cozy mystery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cozy mystery. Show all posts

Wednesday, 4 February 2026

Murder at the Duomo by T.A. Williams

 

Chez Maximka, cosy mystery set in Italy


"The duomo... With its stunning green, white and pink marble facade, magnificent statues and the unique and impressive domed roof, it's a place of worship, peace and calm.

But, as I was about to find out, this isn't always the case".



Murder at the Duomo by T.A. Williams is a delightful cozy mystery, set in Florence. This is the brand new instalment in the bestselling Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery series (Book no.14), which features a retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his loyal companion, Oscar.


Blurb:

Murder at the Duomo

Even angels can have a dark side...

As the sticky heat of August settles over Florence, Dan Armstrong is ready for a well-earned break -sightseeing with fiancée Anna, daughter Tricia and her fiancé Shaun. But when a British man is found dead inside the city's magnificent Duomo, Dan's plans quickly change.

The victim, Tristan Angel, is a super-wealthy arms dealer with a saintly name and a devilish reputation. But what was he doing in the cathedral, and who decided to make it his final confession?

At Angel's opulent villa in the hills of Fiesole, Dan and Commissario Virgilio encounter a colourful cast of suspects - each one hiding secrets and none too eager to talk. as tempers rise and the heat outside grows ever more intense, Dan and his four-legged sidekick, Oscar, must sniff out the truth before the killer strikes again.


The weather outside is miserable, it's been raining for days non-stop, though in my imagination I'm travelling to the hotter climes and locations. Florence, to be precise. Italy in August is a formidable place to be, not for the wimps for sure.

Reading Murder at the Duomo brings back memories of staying in Florence in August many years ago (and in comparison give me an incessant rain any time). 


Florence is being smothered in a heat wave, and Dan Armstrong is determined to enjoy a pause from crime. His plans include outdoor meals, perhaps a bit of sightseeing with his daughter Tricia and her fiancé Shaun, long walks in the countryside which end up in the shade with a cold beer and a treat for his dog Oscar.

Dan's peaceful break is soon brought to an end, as the news reach him that a British man is discovered murdered inside the city's most sacred landmark, the Duomo.

When Commissario Virgilio Pisano contacts Dan, he drops everything to make it to the questura. There's an English connection to the victim. Dan is excited to get involved in the case.

"I have to confess that a murder investigation every now and then makes a pleasant change from tracking unfaithful spouses or light-fingered employees".

Initial stages of the investigation reveal that the victim of the murder at the Duomo is an obscenely rich arms dealer Tristan Angel, with a haloed name and a hellish reputation.

"He's an arms dealer. Big time. I'm not talking a couple of handguns and a pocket full of ammo; I'm talking everything from machine guns to missiles. He's reputed to be one of the richest men in the world..."

What was he doing in the Duomo's confessional when he has met his end? And who's the perpetrator?

As Dan teams up with Commissario Virgilio, the investigation leads them to Angel's lavish villa in the hills of Fiesole. There is a whole plethora of colourful characters from Angel's business team staying at the villa, and each guest has something to lose.

Secrets simmer, alibis crack, and the relentless Tuscan sun mirrors the rising tension. With time running out, it's up to Dan and Oscar to follow the scent of lies before another soul meets their maker.


Oscar's promotion in the ranks made smile. "This is Officer Oscar. He's a valued part of the investigative team". And he truly is that, finding important clues that help with the investigation.

He is a brilliant judge of the human character, albeit not without his foibles. As Dan says, "My dog is a remarkably good judge of character - although his opinion of people can all too easily be swayed by the offer of food".

And there is plenty of food too. The descriptions of mealtimes are, as always, mouthwatering. I don't think I've found a single dish on the menu in this entertaining series that I didn't want to try.


Ripe with all the twists and turns, Murder at the Duomo is a book you won't be able to put down. Mystery and suspence are peppered with humour. The compelling story is soaked in the Tuscan atmosphere, its magnificent sights and sounds. Dan and Oscar are truly a team made in heaven. 

Escape the misery of the rain-sodden British weather with a fictional trip to Florence.


This review is part of the blog tour for Murder at the Duomo.

Many thanks to T.A. Williams, The Boldwood Books and Rachel's Random Resources for my e-copy of the book!


Chez Maximka, cozy crime set in Italy




Purchase Link - https://mybook.to/MurderDuomo

Author Bio –

T. A. Williams is the bestselling author of the Armstrong and Oscar cozy mystery series. Trevor studied languages at University and lived and worked in Italy for eight years, returning to England with his wife in 1972. Trevor and his wife now live in Devon.

 

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Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Murder in Venice by T.A. Williams

Chez Maximka

 


"Not for the first time, I felt a twinge of foreboding. Hopefully, tonight's murder mystery wouldn't turn out to be a disaster - or worse".

"What is it about you, Dan? Everywhere you go, murder seems to follow you. So who's the murderer this time? Don't tell me you haven't solved the case by now?"


After reading several bleak and dark Icelandic Noir books and some slightly tedious non-fiction, I fancied something lighter and more entertaining to read. 

Murder in Venice by T.A. Williams is just what I needed. 

A brand new instalment in the irresistible Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery series, it is great fun. This page-turning series features a retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his loyal companion, labrador Oscar.


Private investigator Dan Armstrong can't believe his luck when he's been invited to the luxury villa of Alice Graceland, a British superstar of the cinema, now residing in Venice of all places.

A movie legend and queen of the silver screen's invitation makes Dan a tad loopy, as he tries to imagine the true reasons of meeting Alice. Could it be his big break, a chance of schmoozing with the Hollywood legends and maybe even pitching his own murder mystery series?

"Alice Graceland is a big, huge star, just about as big as it gets, cinema and TV royalty, maybe even bigger than Selena. If she wants to see me, might this mean she's read my books? Could this be the start of something amazing?"

Dan is already imagining red carpets and a golden Oscar, in the meantime his own Oscar is always by his side, with a cheeky grin and big appetite.

"Was this the start of something big? I did my best to temper my expectations, but I was in a state of considerable anticipation by the time I got to Venice".

Once Dan arrives at Alice's residence, things start to look far from magical. Alice has no inclination to promote Dan's ambitions, she wants him to play host at the murder mystery evening with a glamorous collection of Hollywood royalty. Talk about a letdown.

As Alice explains, "I give my guests a good dinner and in the course of it, I present them with murder - naturally, a fictitious murder - and they have to sniff out the culprit or culprits". 

Alice has written the script for the murder mystery herself and plans "on showing some of these big-noise directors and producers, not only that I'm the best actor they've ever worked with, but that I can do their own jobs better than they can, too". The hostess clearly doesn't lack in self-assurance. False modesty is not for the likes of her.

Champagne, candelight, flamboyant costumes aplenty, it does not appear to be a meeting of old chums. It is quite the opposite, as a wave of grudges seems to engulf the event. 

When the murder mystery evening takes a sinister turn, it's Dan and Oscar who find themseleves submerged in the murky waters of the Venetian canals.


The atmospheric setting, mouth-watering descriptions of food, an endearing side kick, all these elements turn this story into another success. 

Murder in Venice is an unputdownable murder mystery, witty and delightful.


Many thanks to T.A. Williams and Netgalley for my free e-copy of the book!


Author Bio –

T. A. Williams is the bestselling author of the Armstrong and Oscar cozy mystery series. Trevor studied languages at University and lived and worked in Italy for eight years, returning to England with his wife in 1972. Trevor and his wife now live in Devon.

 

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Tuesday, 7 May 2024

Murder on the Italian Riviera by T.A. Williams

 

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"Just you be careful. I wouldn't want this to be some kind of hoax or, even worse, like an attempt to incriminate you in return or even kill you".

Murder on the Italian Riviera by T.A. Williams is an entertaining cozy mystery, with grips and twists until the very end.

This is the 7th book in the Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mysteries series. It reads as a standalone, but it might help understand the dynamics between the main characters, as well as their back story, if you've read some - or all - of the previous books in the series. (If you haven't discovered this series yet, I suggest you start with the 1st book. You will thank me later.)



Blurb:

A brand-new cozy crime series set in gorgeous Tuscany... It's murder in paradise!

An ex-con...

Private investigator Dan Armstrong is no stranger to working with criminals, but when he's approached for help by Bianca Moretti, he's on high alert. Biance is intelligent and beautiful, and Dan likes her, but he also once sent her to prison...

A suspicious death...

Bianca explains that a guest has been found dead at her father's luxurious and private retreat on the beautiful Italian Riviera. The police are sure the death is accidental, but Bianca is convinced the man's been murdered. Dan's sure he can get to the bottom of things... as long as Bianca is telling him the whole truth.

A very revealing case!

But when Dan arrives at the resort, he's in for a shock. He finds that the place is a naturist retreat, and everybody is walking around stark naked! Dan is determined to discover the truth, but this is going to mean revealing a whole lot more of himself than he expected.

Can Dan sniff out the truth about this case before Oscar's cold wet nose causes havoc?


Dan Armstrong and his loyal sidekick Oscar the labrador are back in action. Dan works as a private detective in Tuscany. He is a retired Met DCI, and also a published author with a bestselling book.

Dan loves Italy and he enjoys his job. "There was no doubt about it, my decision to settle in Tuscany two years ago was one of the best of my life..." 

When Bianca Moretti asks him to look into a death of a British tourist named Jospeh Beck at her father's private retreat, Dan is rather surprised. The last time he met Bianca was back in the UK, when he sent her to prison.

Bianca is a mystery figure. Can Dan trust her motives for approaching him? Is it some kind of a revenge plot to pay back? Why couldn't Bianca find someone else to look into the case of the dead Brit?

The police pronounce it the accidental death, yet Bianca is convinced that Beck has been murdered.

When Dan arrives at the resort on the Italian Riviera, he is in for a big surprise. This is the naturist retreat. To uncover the truth, Dan has to blend in with the guests. But where and how will he carry his notebook and phone?

The retreat welcomes guests from all over Europe. Finding the right information is rather tricky.

"I was feeling curious to know more about the mysterious Joseph Beck. Who had he been: a harmless, trilingual Brit with a penchant for letting it all hang out or somebody altogether less clear-cut?... had his death really been a simple accident or might there have been a more sinister reason behind it?"


This series combines all the winning elements of the genre, a clever mystery, a sympathetic main character, a gentle humour, dramatic and eye-catching locations (a new one in each book), wonderful descriptions of local cuisine, colourful supporting characters and much more.

And Oscar is truly a shining star of each instalment in the series.

I've said it before that there are many cosy mysteries with a token dog/cat/mouse, "helping" with the investigation, but Oscar has become a truly integral part of the series. He has a great personality, and his interactions with Dan and people he meets are a joy to observe.


Murder on the Italian Riviera is an intriguing puzzle with plenty of twists, red herrings and false leads. I've enjoyed all the books in the series, Dan and Oscar have become my friends, and I'm looking forward to each new mystery with great anticipation.


Many thanks to T.A.Williams, Boldwood Books and Rachel's Random Resources for my e-copy of the book!


Chez Maximka, cosy mystery set in Italy



Purchase Link - https://mybook.to/italianrivierasocial

Author Bio –

I write under the androgynous name T A Williams because 65% of books are read by women. In my first book one of the (female) characters suggests the imbalance is due to the fact that men spend too much time getting drunk and watching football. I couldn't possibly comment. Ask my wife...

I've written all sorts: thrillers, historical novels, short stories and now I'm enjoying myself hugely writing romance and whodunnits. Romantic comedies are what we all need from time to time. Life isn’t always very fair. It isn’t always a lot of fun, but when it is, we need to embrace it. Murder mystery is all very well, but it needs to put a smile on your face, so that's why I like to inject some humour. I'm having a lot of fun writing the Armstrong and Oscar cozy mystery series set in sunny Italy. They are all standalone books but if you really want to do it properly, start with the first one in the series, Murder in Tuscany. If my books can whisk you away to gorgeous locations, put a smile on your face and maybe give your heartstrings a tug, then I know I’ve done my job.

I‘ve lived all over Europe, but now I live in a little village in sleepy Devon, tucked away in south west England. I love the place. That’s why you’ll find leafy lanes and thatched cottages in many of my books. Oh, yes, and a black Labrador.

I've been writing since I was 14 and that is well over half a century ago. However, underneath this bald, wrinkly exterior, there beats the heart of a youngster. My wife is convinced I will never grow up. I hope she's right.

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Wednesday, 19 October 2022

Murder in Tuscany by T. A. Williams

 

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"I was retired and the task of maintaining law and order was someone else's problem. Not mine. That chapter if my life had finished and, however much I might secretly regret no longer being involved with the thrill of the chase and pitting my wits against the criminal fraternity, I knew I had to be realistic. What was done was done, and I was now an ex-detective and I should remember that".


Murder in Tuscany by T.A. Williams is an enjoyable and engaging cozy mystery, set in Tuscany.

This is book 1 in a brand new Armstrong and Oscar cozy crime series.

Newly retired DCI Dan Armstrong arrives to an old villa, nestled in the Tuscan hills, to take part in a writing course. This two-weeks-long course has been a retirement gift from his colleagues. Supposedly they didn't check the small print when they bought the gift. Erotica is the main theme of the course. 

Armstrong's daughter tries to persuade him to enjoy the retreat, thinking of it as a free holiday in a place he always wanted to visit. On his arrival, Dan confesses that he doesn't write erotica. He is half-way through writing a historical mystery set in Italy. At crossroads in his personal life, he has to re-assess his priorities and decide what to do with the near future.

Villa Volpone is a home of the famed crime writer Jonah Moore. Jonah loves to pontificate about rewards of penning a bestseller. He also loves his drink too much. 

Dan is an acute observer of people. He instinctively gathers information about the group attending the course as well as its organisers and house staff. Once a detective, always a detective. "The more I got to hear about Jonah, the more I began to think that the man's illustrious career was probably every bit as much of an invention as the plots of his books". 

As Dan muses to himself, "Our illustrious leader appeared to be a less than perfect husband and a bit too full of himself - and red wine - for my taste".

It doesn't take long to notice that the family dynamics is unhealthy, to say the least. "As family groups went, this one wasn't exactly as serene as it could have been - the word "dysfunctional" came to mind". The relationship between Jonah, his wife Maria and sister Millicent is strained and volatile.

Some of the course participants might not be all they appear to be. Dan's investigative curiosity is piqued, and he is resolved to keep a close eye on all his companions over the next two weeks.

A few days into the course, and a macabre murder is committed. Jonah Moore is found stabbed with a dagger. Not just any old dagger. A ceremonial Silver Dagger, an award which Jonah is mighty proud of.

There are eleven possible suspects, including Jonah's family, villa staff and course participants. 

"Has he made enemies? Had he been threatened? If so, by whom? One thing was for sure: a lot of investigation needed to be done into the background of Jonah Moore and those around him".

As a former DCI of the Met, Dan finds the lure of the puzzle totally irresistible. When an Italian Commissario Virgilio Pisano begins the investigation, he asks Dan for his insights. It becomes clear quite quickly that everyone at Villa Volpone has secrets and skeletons in the closet.

Dan is happy to help. "I might be retired, and I might be in a different car belonging to a foreign police force, but this was what I knew and where I belonged..." Officially he is not the member of the investigation team. He is a free agent, and as such, could involve himself as much ot as little as he liked in the investigation.

Will the murderer be apprehended before they strike again?


There is a colourful spectrum of supporting characters, some rather eccentric, including a marvellous butler, who looks like Count Dracula minus the cape. And there is a lovable Oscar, a boisterous Labrador who enjoys long walks with Dan. No spoilers, but he would prove to be more crucial to the plot than a token dog character in most cozy mysteries.

This is the second book by the author that I have read, and I am impressed by his comprehensive gastronomic knowledge. The descriptions of food are absolutely mouth-watering, and give an insight in the intricacies of the regional food of Tuscany. 

Murder in Tuscany boasts an atmospheric scene-setting, and compelling characterisation. It's twisty, page-turning, playful at times, and wholly satisfying.

A delectable, intricately plotted piece of escapism. Mystery and suspence are peppered with humour, and plot twists.


This review is part of the blog tour.

Many thanks to T.A. Williams, NetGalley and Rachel's Random Resources for my copy of the book!


Chez Maximka, cosy mystery


Purchase Link: https://amzn.to/3Pnw7q3

 

Author Bio –

T A Williams is the author of over twenty bestselling romances for HQ and Canelo and is now turning his hand to cosy crime, set in his beloved Italy, for Boldwood. The series will introduce us to retired DCI Armstrong and his labrador Oscar and the first book, entitled Murder in Tuscany, will be published in October 2022. Trevor lives in Devon with his Italian wife.



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Thursday, 14 January 2021

The Mystery of Montague House by Emma Davies


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"Only that it has something of a reputation locally. The former owner mysteriously vanished years ago and has never been found, depsite an extensive police enquiry... I know Montague House because of its historical significance, but most folk know it as the place where strange lights are seen at night, where things move around even though no one lives here, that kind of thing".

It so happened, that I was reading The Mystery of Montague House by Emma Davies during one the the most anxious episodes of our lives. My elder son has tested positive for the dreaded virus, and I believe I've had it too, though it was asymptomaic for me. I was totally flattened, and could only just about get up to make a cup of tea and then plop myself down back in bed. Christmas time would have been totally miserable, if not for books and kindness of friends who kept sending messages of support and leaving gifts outside the front door.

Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy Noir and gritty crime stories, but at times I feel I need a break from gore and violence in books. Cozy (or cosy) mysteries satisfy my taste for crime fiction, without making me feel too alarmed or leaving sleepless after finishing a book. I love the locations like quaint villages, manor houses or castles, a choice of amateur or accidental detectives, and a good portion of gentle humour. If there's a four-legged friend introduced into the story, it's even better. 

The Mystery of Montague House (out on 14 January) is a classic cozy mystery, with a paranormal twist. And an adorable canine protagonist - a basset hound called Hamish. 

Back in November I took part in the cover reveal for this book (you can read about the author and see the cover at The Mystery of Montague House post), and was happy to receive an advance copy of the mystery. 

Andie Summer is a Finder of Things. She has an innate ability to "read" the ground, looking for clues. She is not your standard paranormal/psychic detective, she is quite pragmatic, almost playing down her own abilities. Yet she can see and sense things which can only be described as supernatural. 

Police is well aware of her talents, in fact, "most of her work came via established contacts on the police force". 

One day Andie's approached by the mysterious Mr Mayfair, who wants to hire her to investigate the possibility of the hidden treasure at Montague House, "a rather large country property that sits in the small village of Much Marden, not far from Hereford".. As Mr Mayfair discloses in confidence, "It isn't actually me who wishes to engage you, but rather a client of mine. A client from the governmnet legal department." Andie feels there's something fishy about her new employer, but she is down on her last few tins of baked beans, and the case sounds promising.

The last owner of the house Frank Maynard died, leaving no heirs - all his estate has to be examined and disposed of. His father Peter Maynard, a famous physicist and a deeply private man, disappeared many years ago. "He was an old man, admittedly, but despite a thorough police investigation, neither he, nor his body, was ever found". 

The house has been preserved by Frank like a museum - "everything exactly as it was when his father was alive. Almost as if he expected him to come home".

On arrival to Montague House, Andie meets Clodagh Wynter. She seems an opposite of spontaneous Andie - rather uptight, formal and on edge. She knows of the manor house's reputation, but doesn't seem to be bothered by the rumours of ghostly shenanigans. She prides herself at being good at her job, valuying and cataloguing the contents of the house, hoping to find a priceless painting or rare manuscript. 

She does not believe in ghosts. But when strange happenings start to manifest themselves in the house, it is clear that someone or something is not happy with Clodagh and Andie's presence in the house. 

The ladies are alarmed and terrified. Rather than leave the property, Andie makes up her mind, "...now I'm angry. And when I get angry, my bloody-minded streak kicks in, so I'm going to be like a dog with a bone until I find out how this happened. And why... First we have to acknowledge why we're both here - which is to find some sort of "treasure" that local rumour has it is somewhere in or around the house. Then we also have to acknowledge that if someone is trying to scare us, a reasonable assumption would be that we're not the only ones looking for it... we have to do two things - find the treasure and this other party".

Montague House is the perfect setting for the classic mystery game like Cluedo. There are plenty of rooms to roam about, grand stairs, inner courtyard and hidden tunnels. 

Clodagh and Andie have to pool together their detective skills to solve the mystery of the house. They will need all their intelligence and imagination, plus lots of chocolate biscuits and bacon sandwiches to work out the puzzle of Montague House.

They are assisted in their search by sweet Hamish. He's more of a psychological support rather than a defender. "And the dog of course, let's not forget about the dog, who, as far as Clodagh could see, was going to be of no use at all unless they wanted something drooled all over."

I enjoyed this cosy mystery; the first adventure of the most unlikely detective duo has a great potential for a new series. I loved the description of the manor house, with its wonderful library and hidden passageways. 

It is entertaining, light-hearted, and if the books with gruesome murders are not your cuppa tea, then cosies/cozies like The Mystery of Montague House will allow you to escape from the rather anxiety-ridden reality. 

Buckle up, and read into the early hours in one sitting! 

Many thanks to Emma Davies for my e-copy of the book!

cosy mystery, cozy mystery, English manor house mystery, Chez Maximka

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Saturday, 22 August 2020

Who Killed Patrick by Syl Waters #BlogTour

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Uneasy, that's how I feel. It seems like in the last twenty-four hours my stable life has become unstable. What I thought I knew, I don't. My life feels stripped bare of the assumptions I've made. Now I feel I need to question everything, everyone. I don't know who to trust, what to believe, who's lying, pretending to be something they're not.

Who Killed Patrick? by Syl Waters is the first book in a Mr Bob Murder Mystery. It features the most unusual detective duo - Tarah and Mr Bob. What's so unusual about them, you might ask. Well, Mr Bob is a guinea pig.

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We first encounter Tarah, bored with her life and annoyed with her job. She hates being stuck in the office, working for a wage which barely covers the cost of living. She tells herself, "I don't want this anymore. I want something else. I want a life. I want to feel like I'm alive."
On the spur of the moment, she books a one-way ticket to Fuerteventura. And thus her new adventures begin.
She is offered a job, dealing with tourists in the complex of apartments, and she takes on this job with a great enthusiasm. Tarah is happy in her new job, "I'm not sure how or where the days slip by, but effortlessly one sunrise leads to another sunset and another day closes... Life is bliss".

Tarah also has got a new companion. It's a fluffy, tortoiseshell guinea pig called Liliana. Only Liliana is not a she, but a he, and thus the guinea pig becomes known as Mr Bob.

The life of bliss ends abruptly, when one of their guests dies. Patrick's death isn't a straight-forward heart attack, as everyone has presumed at first. The holiday complex is under threat, as the unknown source posts a vicious gossip on the website. Jorge's Place is turning into a potential crime site and that is negatively affecting the reputation.

At the same time Tarah discovers that her guinea pig has a talent for sniffing out trouble. Apparently he has the sixth sense and is able to suspect foul play.

With the help from Mr Bob and Diego the plumber, Tarah turns into a modern-age Miss Marple, conducting an investigation of her own and collecting the clues.

"Solving who killed Patrick is about everyone and our existence here on our lazy, contented, sleeping dinosaur of a perfect isle. I don't know how I'm going to do it, but I have to prove what happened to Patrick. The future of our beautiful, happy home depends on it".

Will they be able to solve the crime before it's too late?

If you're looking for a thrilling, exciting summer read, this is the book for you.

There is a whole pleiad of secondary characters, from the local vet who talks to animals in a coochie-coochie coo way that makes you shake your head in disbelief, to a local Lothario who serves the tables in the Italian café.
The guests are a random bunch, including among the others, two businessmen, Patrick and Mick, with their partners, Pauline and Tamika. Patrick and Mick are hoping to do the biggest deal of their career.
Tamika is an influencer, whose Insta channel is property porn. She is a caricature, but portrayed not without a fair amount of observation. Her Insta account is something I would avoid like a plague, but she has thousands of followers, and considers herself a big star.

The pool of suspects is very narrow, and it's not hard to figure out the motive for the murder and who's done it. You will also feel sorry for Patrick, who appears to be very likable.

The plot is very much a cozy mystery, without gore and forensic investigation.

This post is part of the blog tour for Who Killed Patrick?
Many thanks to Syl Waters, Eleftheria and Rachel's Random Resources for my copy of the book!

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US -  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BJ4RPTS/


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Author Bio –

Most people know crazy cat ladies are a ‘thing’, but I’m a proud crazy guinea pig lady! I love fun in the sun and plenty of cocktails. My happy place is flip flops. I write stories to keep me company - my characters ensure I’m never lonely and always smiling (when I’m not tearing my hair out!)

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I'm ending my post with a lovely photo of two cute guinea pigs, courtesy of Sarah from MumofThreeWorld blog (check out her post Introducing Henry the guinea pig to find out more).
I regularly read Sarah's blog, and her guinea pigs feature prominently in the weekly photo posts.


Chez Maximka