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Murder at the Bookstore
Series: The Bookstore Mystery Series
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
This book may appeal to you if you love cosy mysteries set in a quaint bookshop, filled with engaging characters and a cleverly woven plot. Its twists and turns will keep you guessing until the very end with a perfect blend of intrigue and charm centred in the world of books.
“A super cozy mystery… The perfect pick up for a weekend read by the fire. It has everything… Hijinks, who-dun-its, loveable characters, and a wonderful setting. And a main character who is FIERCE” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
She can write the perfect murder mystery… But can she solve one in real life?
An absolutely charming bookish cozy mystery
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“A super cozy mystery… The perfect pick up for a weekend read by the fire. It has everything… Hijinks, who-dun-its, loveable characters, and a wonderful setting. And a main character who is FIERCE.” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
She can write the perfect murder mystery… But can she solve one in real life?
Meet Jen Dawson, mystery writer, coffee lover, and amateur detective?
Crime writer Jen returns to her small hometown with a bestselling book behind her and a bad case of writer’s block. Finding sanctuary in the local bookstore, with an endless supply of coffee, Jen waits impatiently for inspiration to strike.
But when the owner of the bookstore dies suddenly in mysterious circumstances, Jen has a real-life murder to solve.
The stakes are suddenly higher when evidence places Jen at the scene of the crime and the reading of the will names her as the new owner of the bookstore…
Can she crack the case and clear her name, before the killer strikes again?
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Lauren Elliott and Ellery Adams, this is an absolutely gripping new bookish cozy crime series that will have you hooked from the very first page.
Readers adore Murder at the Bookstore:
“Warm, amusing, and relatable… A very entertaining cozy mystery… A relaxing night-time read, and it was perfect for that… I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries.” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved trying to figure out the murder before I got to the end. This was a cozy, page-turning read.” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This ingenious author has written a cannot put down novel.” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Series: The Bookstore Mystery Series
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Murder at the Bookstore
“A super cozy mystery… The perfect pick up for a weekend read by the fire. It has everything… Hijinks, who-dun-its, loveable characters, and a wonderful setting. And a main character who is FIERCE.” NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ She can write the perfect murder mystery… But can she solve one in real life? Meet Jen Dawson, mystery writer, coffee lover, and amateur...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
A Cover for Murder
She loved writing the perfect murder mystery, but she never wanted to be written into one... Just as amateur sleuth Jen gets to work on her next book, the owner of the town’s rival bookstore is found murdered. Suspicions quickly turn to Jen, and she is forced to get back to sleuthing to clear her own name. To make matters...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Murderous Type
I used to just write murder mysteries. Now I investigate them… Crime writer turned amateur sleuth, Jen, has taken over the running of the local bookstore in her hometown of Riddleton. But balancing the books at Ravenous Readers is nothing compared to meeting the deadline for her new novel. However, dodging phone calls from her editor takes a back seat...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
Sentenced to Murder
She’s written murder mysteries before, but can she solve this real-life cold case? Just as Jen sits down to start writing her next murder mystery novel, she stumbles across a chilling real-life case: a man who claims he’s been wrongly convicted for murder. Time is running out for Jaylon as he needs a kidney transplant to save his life, something...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
A Murderous Plot
‘A cozy murder mystery that kept me guessing till the end’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ NetGalley reviewer When an amnesiac man covered in blood mysteriously appears in the woods during her morning run, retired amateur sleuth, Jen, promises to stay away from the case. She has a murder mystery to write, and absolutely no interest in being involved in another case with the...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
A Chapter on Murder
I loved writing murder mysteries, until I was thrust into the centre of one… It’s Christmas in Riddleton and crime novelist turned amateur sleuth, Jen, is in desperate need of a cosy festive season running the town's local bookstore. But, between trying to drum up business for Ravenous Readers and attempting to finish her latest novel, Jen is totally run...PaperbackSold Out
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Murder at the Bookstore by Sue Minix is praised for its warmth, humour, and relatability, making it an ideal and entertaining cozy mystery. Readers enjoy its engaging nature and appreciate the challenge of figuring out the mystery, describing it as a page-turner that is difficult to put down.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008584627
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 January 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 230g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Sue Minix is a member of Sisters in Crime, and when she isn't writing or working, you can find her reading, watching old movies, or hiking the New Mexico desert with her furry best friend.
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A Cover for Murder
She loved writing the perfect murder mystery, but she never wanted to be written into one... Just as amateur sleuth Jen gets to work on her next book, the owner of the town’s rival bookstore is found murdered. Suspicions quickly turn to Jen, and she is forced to get back to sleuthing to clear her own name. To make matters...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Murderous Type
I used to just write murder mysteries. Now I investigate them… Crime writer turned amateur sleuth, Jen, has taken over the running of the local bookstore in her hometown of Riddleton. But balancing the books at Ravenous Readers is nothing compared to meeting the deadline for her new novel. However, dodging phone calls from her editor takes a back seat...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
Sentenced to Murder
She’s written murder mysteries before, but can she solve this real-life cold case? Just as Jen sits down to start writing her next murder mystery novel, she stumbles across a chilling real-life case: a man who claims he’s been wrongly convicted for murder. Time is running out for Jaylon as he needs a kidney transplant to save his life, something...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
A Murderous Plot
‘A cozy murder mystery that kept me guessing till the end’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ NetGalley reviewer When an amnesiac man covered in blood mysteriously appears in the woods during her morning run, retired amateur sleuth, Jen, promises to stay away from the case. She has a murder mystery to write, and absolutely no interest in being involved in another case with the...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
A Chapter on Murder
I loved writing murder mysteries, until I was thrust into the centre of one… It’s Christmas in Riddleton and crime novelist turned amateur sleuth, Jen, is in desperate need of a cosy festive season running the town's local bookstore. But, between trying to drum up business for Ravenous Readers and attempting to finish her latest novel, Jen is totally run...PaperbackSold Out
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