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Death on a Winter's Day

A Totally Addictive Cozy Murder Mystery (A Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery, Book 8)

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Death on a Winter's Day

By: Verity Bright
Narrated by: Karen Cass
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Christmas at the castle with holly, handmade gifts, snowflakes and...is that a body under the tree? Someone call Lady Swift!

Winter, 1921. Lady Eleanor Swift, amateur sleuth and reluctant lady of the manor, has been invited to spend Christmas in Scotland, at the beautiful castle of her dear friends Baron and Baroness Ashley. Even her favorite companion, master of mischief Gladstone the bulldog, is coming along to share a slice of turkey. As snow begins to fall outside, the rather mismatched group are cozy by the roaring fire, sharing a tipple over a plate of Mrs. Trotman’s famous mince pies.

But after what was supposed to be a fun party game, Mr. Eugene Randall is found dead at the feast. A somewhat unpopular business associate of the Baron’s from across the pond, it seems Mr. Randall has certainly upset somebody. Was it what he said about Scottish whisky?

The killer must be in the castle...and when the Baron is arrested, Baroness Ashley begs Eleanor to investigate. Determined not to let her friend down, Eleanor sets about questioning the remaining partygoers.

All too swiftly, someone else is found dead, having apparently fallen from a high balcony. As if one murder wasn’t enough to put a twist in the tinsel! Eleanor knows she’s skating on thin ice now. And when she discovers a hidden document that points the finger of suspicion at the unlikeliest of suspects, she realizes there’s more to the story. Can Eleanor catch the killer before it’s time for Christmas dinner?

The perfect cozy mystery to curl up with this winter! Fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey, and Lee Strauss are in for a festive treat.

©2021 Verity Bright (P)2021 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.
Cosy Crime Thrillers Fiction Mystery Thriller & Suspense Winter Christmas Thriller Crime Highlander

Critic Reviews

"What a great cozy mystery! I am hooked! This is the best book, bar none, that I have read this year.... An extremely witty, fast-paced mystery.... I love the heroine, intrepid adventuress.... A most enjoyable read!" (Reviews by Carol in Tallahassee)

"What a wild ride it is!… Gripping.... This book is what would happen if Downton Abbey and Agatha Christie had a baby. Fun, fast-paced read with lots of charm!" (The Literary Wife)

"I was literally on the edge of my seat until the last page trying to figure out the mystery. It’s an adorable, captivating book." (Washington Life Magazine)

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I listen with pleasure at the developing relationships both with her staff and CI Seldon.
each book gives another insight to her growing understanding of her parents and her uncle.

Interesting historical notes bolster the story line.

Also the Narrator's ease with accents and making each character come to life. I will buy books she has read for the pleasure of hearing her.

Back with familiar friends, solving mysteries.

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Loved this adventure by Verity Bright. The addition of Scottish folklore fantasy was fun. The narration is exceptional and always delivers on a feel good ending.

A Satisfying Story

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Dull story read in a very boring and monotone manner. I developed no interest in the characters or story - couldn’t care less who dun-nit!Eventually gave up - the sound of the recording was just too annoying. My worst experience to date with audible and I am a big fan.

Pretty awful….no idea how this has 5 star reviews

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