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‘Fabulous, cosy, mystery… Wonderful… Absolutely perfect for fans of Richard Osman!’ NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Introducing the three unlikeliest sleuths you'll ever meet…
The first book in a hilarious and totally unputdownable cosy murder mystery series for fans of The Thursday Murder Club
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‘Fabulous, cosy, mystery… Wonderful… Absolutely perfect for fans of Richard Osman!’ NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Introducing the three unlikeliest sleuths you'll ever meet…
Every Thursday, three retired school teachers have their ‘coffee o’clock’ sessions at the Thirsk Garden Centre café. But one fateful week, as they are catching up with a slice of cake, they bump into their ex-colleague, Topsy.
By the next Thursday, Topsy’s dead.
The last thing Liz, Thelma, and Pat imagined was that they would become involved in a murder. But they know there’s more to Topsy’s death than meets the eye – and it’s down to them to prove it…
Sit down with a cup of tea and this perfectly witty, page-turning cosy crime novel. Fans of Agatha Christie, Death in Paradise, and Midsomer Murders will be hooked from the very first page.
Readers love A Spoonful of Murder:
‘Warm characters and wonderful writing… It’s steeped in Yorkshire like a mug of hot, strong tea… I loved it’ SJ Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot
‘Outstanding… I read this in a day and could not put it down… Had me gripped from the first page… Made me howl with laughter… If you loved The Thursday Murder Club, you're going to love this book’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Three Miss Marples for the price of one… The plot is carefully assembled, rather like a patchwork quilt, with each element placed just so’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Oh how brilliant was this book?! I must have read it in about two servings as I just couldn't put it down… Had great comical moments throughout. A really good murder mystery book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘What a fantastic read! It gave me all the cosy… Really enjoyable characters that you feel like you've known for years once you finish the book. It was the perfect pace, and easy to follow. Love, love, loved this book’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Absolutely loved this book!! I really enjoyed the characters and the sweet story line!! I was up all night reading and couldn't put the book down!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I absolutely loved this cosy mystery… Keeps you turning the pages. It's an easy read and perfect for these cold winter nights’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Charming… The plot is cosy and tricky, with just the right blend of Miss Marple, interesting and quirky characters, secrets… colourful cardigans, and of course, heaps of tea and warm companionship. I loved this book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Cosy mystery at its best with a cast of loveable characters, a truly satisfying read!’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Poignant and relatable, I want these ladies as my friends!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A joy to read… Lots of twists and turns, this is a great debut’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book is a joy, I really, really loved it… A five star read’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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_A Spoonful of Murder_ by J.M. Hall is praised for its beautifully crafted characters and evocative writing that vividly captures Yorkshire's essence. Readers have found it to be an engaging tale where the tranquillity of ordinary life is disrupted by a murder, offering a compelling blend of warmth and intrigue.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008509613
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 17 March 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 21.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 240g
Pages: 336
About the Author
J.M. Hall is an author, playwright and deputy head of a primary school. His plays have been produced in theatres across the UK as well as for radio, the most recent being Trust, starring Julie Hesmondhalgh on BBC Radio 4. His first novel, A Spoonful of Murder, is about retired primary school teachers who turn to sleuthing.
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An immersive and really satisfying mystery – Faith Martin As an iced drink in a heatwave ... These characters and their families feel like old friends. A fantastic addition to the series. – Fiona Leitch Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat, and Thelma have a brand-new mystery to solve in this wonderfully witty cosy mystery. Retired schoolteachers Pat, Liz,...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
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Satisfyingly intriguing - Faith Martin J.M. Hall has mastered the warmth of a perfect modern cosy crime with all the twists and turns that go with it. I really enjoyed it! - Hannah Hendy Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma are giving up their coffee morning for a brand-new mystery. Retired teachers Pat, Liz and Thelma are...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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