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A Spoonful of Murder

By: J.M. Hall
Narrated by: Julie Hesmondhalgh
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‘Fabulous, cosy, mystery… Wonderful… Absolutely perfect for fans of Richard Osman!’ NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Introducing the three unlikeliest sleuths you'll ever meet…

Every Thursday, three retired school teachers have their ‘coffee o’clock’ sessions at the Thirsk Garden Centre café.

But one fateful week, as they are catching up with a slice of cake, they bump into their ex-colleague, Topsy.

By the next Thursday, Topsy’s dead.

The last thing Liz, Thelma and Pat imagined was that they would become involved in a murder.

But they know there’s more to Topsy’s death than meets the eye – and it’s down to them to prove it…

Sit down with a cup of tea and this perfectly witty, page-turning cosy crime novel. Fans of Agatha Christie, Death in Paradise and Midsomer Murders will be hooked from the very first page.

Readers love A Spoonful of Murder:

Warm characters and wonderful writing… It’s steeped in Yorkshire like a mug of hot, strong tea… I loved it’ SJ Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot

OutstandingI read this in and day and could not put it down… Had me gripped from the first page… Made me howl with laughter…If you loved The Thursday Murder Club you going to love this book’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Three Miss Marples for the price of one… The plot is carefully assembled, rather like a patchwork quilt, with each element placed just so’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Oh how brilliant was this book?! I must have read it in about two servings as I just couldn't put it down… Had great comical moments throughout. A really good murder mystery book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What a fantastic read! It gave me all the cosy… Really enjoyable characters that you feel like you've known for years once you finish the book. It was the perfect pace, and easy to follow. Love, love, loved this book’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Absolutely loved this book!! I really enjoyed the characters and the sweet story line!! I was up all night reading and couldn't put the book down!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I absolutely loved this cosy mystery… Keeps you turning the pages. It's an easy read and perfect for these cold winter nights’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Charming… The plot is cosy and tricky, with just the right blend of Miss Marple, interesting and quirky characters, secrets… colourful cardigans, and of course, heaps of tea and warm companionship. I loved this book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cosy mystery at its best with a cast of loveable characters, a truly satisfying read!’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Poignant and relatable, I want these ladies as my friends!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A joy to readLots twists and turns, this is a great debut’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This book is a joy, I really, really loved it… A five star read’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Critic reviews

Warm characters and wonderful writing… It’s steeped in Yorkshire like a mug of hot, strong tea… I loved it’ SJ Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot

‘An absorbing read about everyday life falling foul of murder’ Faith Martin, author of A Fatal End

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I 'enjoyed' the plausibility of the tale and the portrayal of the school teachers.
I struggled with "she was stood" and "she was sat." Please write correctly. If it was for effect, it had an effect - I won't be looking for book 2.
The names Liam and Luke were switched on one occasion, which meant I had to rewind and check I'd heard correctly and not misunderstood the scene.
There was mention of the clocks going back - in March!!!! Again, I rewound to check that the storyline hadn't jumped 6 months, but nope, there were daffodils.
All in all, a shame.

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I found this had a bit of a slow start but I really enjoyed the characters and the interwoven stories. The narration was spot on and overall it was a great listen for my dog walking this week!

Enjoyable bimble

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I enjoyed this book and the narration by Julie Hesmondhaigh was excellent, but I felt it was far too long and l wanted it to get to the climax of the story long before it did. It didn't help that the story involved the views of three different women, who sometimes went over the same thing. I might read another one by this author but I will look at how many chapters there are first

A good book but too long

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I loved this book. Well written and fantastic narration that made me feel like I was in it with them. Can't wait to read/hear more from writer and narrator.

Excellent story

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Really entertaining story. Rich warm characters and beautifully narrated. I enjoyed some laugh out loud moments, and some sad realities.
Looking forward to book 2.

Fantastic

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