Matthew J. Costello Libri

The mysterious death of Victor Hamblyn in a fire raises suspicions among his heirs, particularly his three middle-aged children living in Cherringham. Jack and Sarah, intrigued by the circumstances, question whether the fire was accidental or a calculated act of murder. As they delve into the family's dynamics and motives, the investigation unfolds, revealing potential secrets and tensions among the siblings.

Set against the backdrop of a charity Christmas concert, the story unfolds with the shocking death of choir member Kirsty Kimball, attributed to an allergic reaction to a rehearsal cake. As Jack steps in to support the choir, he suspects foul play behind Kirsty's demise. With Sarah by his side, they delve into the complex dynamics of jealousy and rivalry within the Cherringham Rotary Club choir, uncovering dark secrets as they seek the truth amidst the holiday festivities.

Sussex, England. 1929. Oliver is to hang for the murder of his best friend. At the eleventh hour, Harry and Kat investigate. Can they find the culprit in time ... to save a life?

Set in Sussex, England, in 1929, the story unfolds against the backdrop of societal change and personal struggles. It explores the lives of characters navigating the complexities of love, ambition, and the shifting social landscape of the time. Themes of resilience and the pursuit of happiness are woven throughout, highlighting the characters' journeys as they confront their pasts and strive for a better future amidst the challenges of a transforming world.

SUSSEX, ENGLAND, 1929. Mydworth is a sleepy English market town just 50 miles from London. But even in this idyllic spot, crime is never far away... Luckily the young and adventurous Sir Harry Mortimer has returned to Mydworth from his diplomatic posting in Cairo, with his unconventional American wife, Kat. And between them they are a match for anything - even murder. A DISTANT VOICE It's Midsummer in Mydworth, and celebrated medium Bellamy Smythe is in town with his lucrative supernatural show, claiming he can contact the departed. Still deep in mourning from the loss of her father in the Great War, spinster Alice Wetherby is desperate to make contact with 'The Other Side' and Smythe is happy to oblige - even though Alice is quite broke. Suspecting that Alice is being played, Harry and Kat investigate. As the Midsummer festivities intensify, they find themselves in a game of high stakes deception and clever tricks, where nothing is what it seems, and everyone is a suspect...

Set in Sussex, England, in 1929, the story unfolds against a backdrop of societal change and personal conflict. The narrative explores the lives of its characters as they navigate the complexities of their relationships and the shifting cultural landscape of the time. Themes of love, ambition, and the quest for identity are interwoven, revealing the characters' struggles and aspirations in a post-war world. The setting plays a crucial role in shaping their experiences and the choices they make.