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Susan never imagined herself an amateur sleuth, and she certainly never goes looking for trouble, preferring days spent walking her loyal dogs Libs and Rocco, and maybe even a dip in the sea to cool off after this interminable heatwave.
When she hears of a break-in at the vet’s where her new neighbour works, Susan’s curiosity is piqued.
And then, few days later, the lead vet, Peter, mysteriously disappears. They assume it's business related until his body is washed up on the beach close to his cliff-top home.
Susan is convinced he was murdered and slowly discovers that each of the small group of suspects have a motive. Is the killing linked to the break in… or is this a crime of passion?
Once again, Susan finds herself piecing together clues in her search for the truth. Can she untangle the lies before someone else dies?
Return to beautiful coastline of the Isle of Wight in this engrossing and unputdownable cosy mystery!
When she hears of a break-in at the vet’s where her new neighbour works, Susan’s curiosity is piqued.
And then, few days later, the lead vet, Peter, mysteriously disappears. They assume it's business related until his body is washed up on the beach close to his cliff-top home.
Susan is convinced he was murdered and slowly discovers that each of the small group of suspects have a motive. Is the killing linked to the break in… or is this a crime of passion?
Once again, Susan finds herself piecing together clues in her search for the truth. Can she untangle the lies before someone else dies?
Return to beautiful coastline of the Isle of Wight in this engrossing and unputdownable cosy mystery!
My opinion:
ARC Review
A Summertime Murder by Mary Grand is the fifth book in The Isle of Wight Killings series.
Susan, our familiar amateur sleuth, once again finds herself drawn into a murder mystery when the body of Peter, the lead veterinarian, washes up by the sea. The investigating officer asks Susan for her help, and true to form, she never backs down from a mystery. She gladly accepts and also seeks her friend's opinions as the case unfolds. With numerous suspects and plenty of believable motives, the mystery quickly becomes tangled. Can Susan uncover the truth before it’s too late?
This is a cozy small-town mystery with a steady, slow-building pace. There’s no rush, allowing the investigation to unfold thoughtfully and in detail. The story is filled with secrets and multiple suspects, all revealed gradually, which keeps the intrigue alive. Alongside the main mystery, there’s also a subplot involving some trouble in Susan’s love life, adding a personal touch to the story.
My favorite part was the final reveal of the murderer and their motive, which was both satisfying and well-executed. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy calm, slow-burn mysteries with plenty of atmosphere.
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