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Meet Julia Bird: recently single, barely retired, and…an amateur detective?
When Julia Bird leaves London to start a new life in a picturesque Cotswold village, her cottage, with its country feel and cozy fireplace, is everything she hoped it would be. But when she demolishes the old garden shed to make room for a chicken coop, she discovers more than she bargained for… the body of a young woman, seemingly buried for decades, which entangles Julia in a baffling mystery.
With only one police officer in Baileywick on the case, Julia decides to take matters into her own hands and takes her wayward dog Jack with her. So begins a whirlwind tour of the village – from a crazed 90-year-old to the affable doctor and the village gardener, it seems everyone has something to hide.
Soon, Julia is convinced she’s discovered the killer’s identity, but Jack, the real Labrador, develops a new love for waterfowl in the local lake and ends up catching her prime suspect… drowned. Back to square one, and faced with a slew of potential culprits, Julia – newly nicknamed “The Grim Reaper” – despairs of solving the murder case.
But as Julia stirs up a stir in the village, time is running out. Someone in the village has already killed twice. Are they willing to keep their secret for a third time?
This enchantingly cozy mystery is perfect for fans of MC Beaton, Faith Martin and Betty Rowlands.
Readers love The English Garden Murders:
“This book can’t be rated enough so I can only give it 5 stars!! I’m really looking forward to the next book in this series!!” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved this book so much…Julia Bird is such an amazing and lovable character…Once I started reading this book, I couldn’t stop until I finished it. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for the second novel in this series!” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved this very British murder mystery, reminiscent of Agatha Christie…I loved everything about this book.” NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Brilliant… addictive… a witty and entertaining crime novel filled with fascinating seduction, rural mischief and idyllic scenery that makes it hard to put down.” Bookish Jottings
“Oh, I’m in love with Julia Bird…she’s such a delight! I can’t wait to see the next one! Please don’t wait too long! This one is a five out of five for enjoyment, highly recommended!” MoongloTexas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Really funny…I just couldn’t put this book down…Julia and her newly adopted dog Jack’s life in the country was so interesting…I can’t wait to read Julia Bird’s next adventure!…Five stars!” Tropical Girl Reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Great! … I really like Julia, especially her mischievous dog Jack, and I love country life…” Broadbean’s Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved the first book in this heartwarming new series about the English countryside, hope it lasts a long time…” NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I really enjoyed this book…heartwarming…always fun to read.” Jen Med’s book review ⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved this book! I’m always happy to find a new heartwarming mystery novel/series and I thoroughly enjoyed this one…’ A Wordy Woman ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I’m sure I want to be Julia Bird when I retire. A charming cottage in a Cotswolds village in England? Yes! A best friend who’s a librarian? Yes! Time to learn how to bake and cook delicious treats? Yes! Love at first sight with an adorable chocolate Labrador puppy? Yes! A brilliant country doctor who could be mistaken for Sean Connery? … I really enjoyed this new heartwarming suspense story.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ASIN : B09SQ8CD7J
Publisher : Bookouture (May 5, 2022)
Publication date: May 5, 2022
Language : English
File size: 4050 KB
Text to Speech : Enabled
Screen readers : Supported
Enhanced Typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Sticky Notes : Kindle Scribe on
Print length: 254 pages
Customers say
Customers find the writing sophisticated and relaxing. They also appreciate the great humor, quirky characters, and lovely setting. Readers describe the book as wonderful to read, with a good pace. They say the storyline is great and adventurous, with no difficulties with following it.
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