{"title":"Series: Miss Riddell Cozy Mysteries","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMiss Riddell Cozy Mysteries\u003c\/strong\u003e series invites readers into a world of gentle intrigue and charming puzzles, blending subtle wit with thoughtful character study. Each story offers an engaging escape steeped in quiet reflection and the warmth of community, appealing to those who appreciate mysteries with a more contemplative, personal touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of this series will find an atmosphere rich in nuance and irony, where the narrative unfolds gracefully alongside insights into human nature. These mysteries invite contemplation as much as deduction, making them a perfect complement to readers who enjoy thoughtful storytelling within a cosy, inviting setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-the-beginning-there-was-a-murder-by-pc-james-9781036707576","title":"In The Beginning, There Was a Murder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA secret liaison. A baffling murder. Can one woman solve the crime without joining the body count?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern England, 1953. Pauline Riddell has grand ambitions for her future at the armament factory. So, when her closest workmate reveals a salacious affair with a married man, Pauline refuses to risk her career by listening to the scandal. But she’s shaken to her core when the police arrive with news of her best friend’s homicide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesperate for justice, Pauline’s insistent poking into the investigation only makes her the prime suspect. And now, to clear her name, she must unravel a web of deadly clues entangling her in a sinister plot. Can Pauline catch the killer before they strike again?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn The Beginning, There Was a Murder\u003c\/em\u003e is a riveting mystery novel. If you like whip-smart heroines, intriguing twists and turns, and nail-biting danger, then you’ll love P.C. James’s sensational story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy \u003cem\u003eIn The Beginning, There Was a Murder\u003c\/em\u003e to crack the case today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e_____________________________________________\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise For The Miss Riddell Cozy Mysteries:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Pauline Riddell is sharp. She is curious, maybe a bit nosey, but she gets the job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ … an easy read, perfect for a winter night in front of the roaring fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa cuddled up with a few friendly blankets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ These books are simply a pleasant way to while away a few hours, literary staycations essentially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Good plot, great pacing, interesting characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A cozy mystery in the classic definition, much like curling up with an Agatha Christie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The author will keep you guessing who did it and why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47397881905388,"sku":"9781036707576","price":51.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2510733482557.jpg?v=1773730055"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-miss-riddell-cozy-mysteries.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}