Sophie Sayers Village Mystery

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde When amateur writer Sophie Sayers inherits a cottage in the sleepy English Cotswold village of Wendlebury Barrow, she's hoping for a fresh start and a chance to finally pursue her dream of becoming a writer… What she gets instead is a dead body found on a carnival float, an extraordinary assortment of suspects, and a murder to solve! But who might be to blame…? Is the enigmatic bookseller Hector Munro all he seems? And what about the over-friendly neighbour who brings her jars of honey? Not to mention the eccentric village shopkeeper, the village show committee, the writers' group and drama club, who are all suspiciously keen to welcome her to their midst. Can Sophie find the courage to solve the case or could this new move be her biggest mistake? Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "An affectionate glimpse of traditional rural English life. The sun shines, the locals gossip, the villagers all come together for the fair. The only problem is a murder. Luckily Sophie is there to solve it. A warm page turner that puts the cosy into cosy mystery. Well worth a read!" Bestselling author T.A. Williams "Warm and cosy, the Sophie Sayers mysteries are full of likeable and eccentric characters inhabiting the idyllic Cotswold village of Wendlebury Barrow, where gossip, intrigue and murder are rife!" Bestselling author Michelle Salter "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde Just when Sophie Sayers is starting to feel at home in the Cotswold village of Wendlebury Barrow, a fierce new vicar arrives, quickly offending her and everyone else in the close community! Vicar Neep is strict about how he expects his parishioners to behave, but banning the villagers' Halloween celebrations is the last straw for everyone! Especially when instead, he revives the old English Guy Fawkes' tradition with a bonfire piled high with sinister effigies. Sophie begins to suspect Vicar Neep is hiding secrets of his own and maybe even knows something about her own boss - the beguiling bookseller, Hector Munro! But when a body turns up buried beneath the vicar's bonfire Sophie knows this case is much hotter than she thought! Perfect for fans of M. C. Beaton's Agatha Raisin. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta Previously published by Debbie Young as Trick or Murder?

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde. It's a time for goodwill to all men… But when Sophie Sayers' plans for a cozy English country Christmas are interrupted by the arrival of her ex-boyfriend, her troubles are only just beginning. Before long, the whole village stands accused of murder! Damian says he's come to direct the village Nativity play, but Sophie thinks he's up to no good. What are those noises coming from his van? Who is the stranger lurking in the shadows? And whose baby, abandoned in the manger, disappears in plain sight? Enjoy the fun of a traditional Cotswold festive season, as Sophie seeks a happy ending for her latest village mystery. Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde While Sophie and her friends celebrate Valentine's Night in The Bluebird, a dead body plummets to the bottom of the village well - and nobody hears it fall. In this close-knit community where everyone knows each other's business, is it possible for anyone to get away with murder? Sophie's about to find out - and to discover some extraordinary secrets about her boyfriend Hector and his family along the way. Colourful new characters join the regular Wendlebury cast in this cozy village mystery by bestselling author Debbie Young. Previously published by Debbie Young as Murder by the Book.Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde When Bunny Carter, the old lady from the Manor House, is discovered dead in an open grave, Sophie Sayers is sure it's a case of foul play. But when it comes to suspects, she's spoiled for choice!Could it be one of Bunny's squabbling children from her three different husbands? Or perhaps Petunia Lot from the Cats Prevention charity, always angling for a legacy? All of these - and more - had motive and opportunity. But who is to blame? And can Sophie and her boyfriend, village bookseller Hector Munro, stop the killer before they strike again? Previously published by Debbie Young. Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde When Sophie Sayers joins a writers' retreat, she's hoping to find inspiration and perhaps a little adventure! Away from her comfort zone and the small village of Wendlebury Barrow, Sophie plans to relax and take stock of her life. But scarcely has the writing course begun when bestselling romantic novelist Marina Milanese disappears on a solo excursion to an old windmill. First on the scene, Sophie is prime suspect for Marina's murder, but when a storm prevents the police from landing on the island to investigate, Sophie must try to solve the crime herself - not easy, when everyone at the retreat has a motive. Can Sophie uncover the truth about who really killed Marina, or will this be the one case that Sophie can't solve? Previously published by Debbie Young as Murder Your Darlings. Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

"A cracking example of cozy crime!" Bestselling author Katie Fforde Sophie Sayers is ready for a glorious summer, but when a dead body is found in the village school's lost property cupboard the summer holidays take an unexpected turn. Even more shocking is when the body suddenly goes missing! The police think the villagers are mistaken and without a body, refuse to investigate.... But with the village school facing the threat of closure, Sophie is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery. But first she needs to find out who the dead person is, before she can start to find the killer! Perfect for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Readers LOVE Debbie Young! "I have just finished Best Murder in Show, and I just could not put it down. A totally enthralling read from cover to cover. Very well written." – Bryan Stace, South Africa. "Sophie Sayers is the perfect antidote to these difficult times. A Cotswold version of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." – Sue Myers "What a great series of books, funny, interesting characters and good stories. Perfect for a winter's evening, curled up by the fire." Mrs Glenda T Barnett via Amazon. "I just read your Sophie Sayers novels. I loved them. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. I can't wait for the next installment." – Caroline Burston via Facebook "Thank you for the gift that is Sophie Sayers. These books have been my lifeline to home over the last year especially." – Laura Bonnici, expat living in Malta

'A witty insight into village life and a most unusual murder that kept me enthralled!' Bestselling author E.V. Hunter. Sophie and Hector are heading to the Highlands. For Sophie it's a trip home and for Hector it's time to meet Sophie's parents... Though their trip has village tongues wagging about a stop at Scotland's notorious elopement spot, Gretna Green. No matter what, it'll make a nice break from the murder and mayhem that has been plaguing their beautiful Cotswolds village. But Sophie and Hector are barely across the border on the way to Inverness before a sinister encounter leaves them shaken. Then comes a series of mishaps that leave poor Hector a little worse for wear. Is someone after Hector? Why is he certain the attacks are just accidents? Sophie is determined to find out. Starting and finishing at the Hector's House bookshop in Wendlebury Barrow, this adventure is Debbie Young's celebration of Scotland as her second favourite place after the Cotswolds, and will make you feel as if you've taken a trip to the Highlands yourself!

A perfect cosy crime for fans of M C Beaton's Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series. Change is coming to Wendlebury Barrow – and not everyone is happy about it… When the local bus company announces it will be stopping its route through their quaint Cotswold village, the people of Wendlebury Barrow are up in arms. Not least Sophie Sayers, whose driving lessons with her boyfriend Hector get off to a bumpy start. But the locals' peaceful protests against the decision turn deadly when a body is discovered on the Number 27. No one can work out how a passenger met their demise, let alone how the driver didn't notice. While the police wait for the post mortem results, Sophie immediately suspects foul play, and launches her own investigation. Can she solve the murder before another passenger is hurt?