#MurderatHollyHouse #NetGalley
Here is a fun and entertaining mystery that is set in 1952 Britain. Some readers may feel that it pays homage to Agatha Christie or other traditional mystery writers, while others may just enjoy the story.
In these pages find a murder that needs solving. It is of a local doctor’s husband. There will be suspects, secrets to uncover and time spent with an interestingly crafted detective whose voice comes across clearly. It is definitely worth a look.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 07 October 2025
Post first published on 12 April 2026
Description:
from the publisher
A festive mystery perfect for fans of Murder on the Christmas Express and Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot’s Christmas
A village of secrets.
Yorkshire, 1952. Christmas is fast approaching when a dead stranger is found lodged up the chimney of Holly House in the snow-covered village of Elderby. Is he a simple thief, or a would-be killer?
A mystery that can’t be solved.
Inspector Frank Grasby is ordered to investigate. But as is often the way for him, things don’t go according to plan.
A Christmas to remember.
When the local doctor’s husband is murdered, Grasby begins to realize that everyone in Elderby is hiding something.
And if he can’t uncover the truth soon, the whole country will pay a dreadful price…
Praise for Murder at Holly House
“The feel-good factor is off the scale.” —The Times
“Intricately plotted and laced with deliciously dark humor.” —The Sunday Post
“A hugely entertaining story with an authentic period feel.” —The Herald
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