Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency
A festive cosy mystery with a charming amateur detective
Format:Hardback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:24th Oct '24
Should be back in stock very soon
Alice Beeton, a determined woman, finds herself solving a murder in Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency, combining elements of cosy crime and humor.
In Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency, readers are introduced to Alice Beeton, a woman who never anticipated being single and childless at fifty. Living in a modest basement flat in Kensington, Alice aspires to emulate her famous relative, Mrs Beeton, by managing a pristine household. Instead, she runs the Good Household Management Agency, providing domestic staff to affluent families. When she sends a new hire, Enya, to assist a wealthy client, she believes it's just another day at work. However, the situation takes a dark turn when Enya is found dead on New Year’s Day.
With the local detective, Rigby, struggling to piece together the investigation and the well-to-do family members tight-lipped, Alice decides to take matters into her own hands. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she finds herself navigating a world of secrets, lies, and unexpected alliances. Her trusty corgi-Jack Russell cross, Agatha, adds a charming touch to her sleuthing endeavors. The narrative weaves together themes of friendship, resilience, and the strength found in community, making it a delightful read for fans of the genre.
Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency combines elements of cosy crime with a dash of humor and heart. It’s a story of a woman reclaiming her agency while unraveling a murder mystery, all set against the backdrop of a festive season. The book promises to keep readers engaged with its clever plot and endearing characters, ensuring that they will be left wanting more by the end.
A Platinum book of the month!
'Wonderfully festive … a total joy' Platinum
'Cosy crime at its finest' The Sun
'The perfect cosy crime treat' Heat
'Super-fun and super-readable' Fabulous
'An absolute delight … witty, pacy and, if I’m honest, just a little bit bonkers, it is fun and fabulous' My Weekly
'The perfect mix of cosy mystery and character-driven storytelling. Perfect for fans of sharp-witted sleuths and charming domestic drama' The Guide
'Mrs Beeton herself would be proud. A perfect recipe and devoured in one sitting between elevenses and afternoon tea' Ian Moore
'A glorious new addition to the cosy crime genre with recipes which will leave you wanting more' Melanie Cantor
'Crime couldn’t get much cozier with Miss Beeton and her recipes for intrigue on the case. Witty, engaging, perfectly organised sleuthing for the ages' Sarah Lawton
'Quirky, fun and deadly, Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency takes the cosy crime novel into new and intriguing territory. Like her famous relative, Miss Beeton discovers there’s more to household management than meets the eye' Catherine Cole
'A perfect Autumn crime read' YOURS magazine
'Alice and her friends are so appealing, the plot so engaging and the feelgood factor so high that Miss Beaton truly stands out from the crowd' Sussex Life Magazine Book of the Month
'A wonderful cosy crime dish served up with humour, warmth, satisfaction, a fabulous cast of characters to savour and the lightest peppering of romance. I loved the witty unfurling of the clever mystery at its heart. From tasty recipes to a plot that intrigues and satisfies, Josie Lloyd has deftly shaped a world I want to enjoy again. Let there be more!' Hannah Dolby
ISBN: 9780008550745
Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 34mm
Weight: 580g
384 pages