The BRAND NEW instalment in Anita Davison's gripping cozy mystery series! Nobody should be in the market. . . for murder! Even though its famous opera house has shuttered its doors for the war, Covent Garden remains one of the most exciting, bustling areas of London. It's where Hannah Merrill and Aunt Violet have their bookshop and, in spite of the recent spate of burglaries in the area, it's generally thought to be a good neighbourhood.
So Hannah is surprised when she sees a fellow shopkeeper - a jeweller named Jacob Cornelis - having a heated argument with a stranger. Especially when the next day Cornelis is found dead in his shop, apparently the victim of another burglary.
But what shocks Hannah more is when she meets the policeman supposedly there to investigate the crime. Because he is none other than the man who Hannah saw arguing with Cornelis the day before.
Hannah knows it's up to her and Violet to investigate. But they don't know they're about to uncover a secret underworld of theft, murder and blackmail. And they must act fast, before the Covent Garden Killer strikes again. . .
A gripping and unputdownable Golden Age cozy crime mystery, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Helena Dixon and Verity Bright.
Readers love the Miss Merrill and Aunt Violet series: 'I couldn't put this book down, I just wanted to keep reading. The story kept me guessing all the time and the ending was unexpected. Can't wait for the next book.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'A fabulous historical novel that entertained me from the start. . . Reminiscent of Miss Jane Marple. . . I loved the inclusion of Bartleby, the bookshop cat who was very much a character in his own right.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Wonderful! ! I had high hopes for this novel and it did not disappoint. Once I began I could hardly put it down. I am excited to read Ms. Davison's next installment.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'What a fabulous setting for a murder. . . If I could have read it in one sitting, I would have done. A brilliant plot with some clever twists! I think I've found a new favourite series. I can't wait for the next instalment. Highly recommended!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'I loved this delightful new cozy mystery featuring a young society girl and her suffragette aunt. . . 5 stars. I look forward to more in this series.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'I loved this book. Hannah and Aunt Violet are wonderful characters and I liked them from the start. The surrounding characters are well imagined. The setting is interesting. I enjoyed the references to literature and the way books were a part of the story line. . . Very entertaining and I highly recommend it.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Fascinating characters, scandals, espionage and murder. . . Kept me turning the pages wanting to know what would happen to Hannah and her delightful feline companion.' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
