"A totally unputdownable, addictive murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Mary Grand and Frances Evesham!
Salutations, sunrise... and sabotage.
Jude Gray is delighted to hear that her friend Kerry is setting up a wellness retreat with her new boyfriend. If anyone deserves to find peace and happiness, it's Kerry and a retreat at the foot of the Malvern Hills sounds perfect. So Jude - as any good friend would - offers to pitch in.
But the appearance of charismatic keynote speaker Inigo Sage sets Jude's instincts on edge. With his mystical mantras and too-perfect smile, he strikes her as more showman than spiritual guide. Still, he keeps the guests happy, and with a few unexpected extra arrivals, Jude and Kerry certainly have their hands full.
When a fatal accident shatters the peace, the weekend of relaxation descends into anything but tranquility. And Jude learns that Inigo's connections to many of those at the retreat go back decades, and their shared secrets have been deeply buried.
As tensions flare and old resentments bubble to the surface, can Jude find the truth before someone else gets hurt?
While this novel features the same characters as the other books in the Malvern Fam Mysteries series, it can be read as a STANDALONE
Praise for Kate Wells:
'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams
'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter
'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young
'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh
'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull"
"Murder is the prize of the day in this BRAND NEW gripping instalment in the Malvern Farm Mysteries...
Foul play at the sheep show...
Tensions are high at the Three Counties Show when accusations of cheating add fuel to a longstanding feud. For Jude Gray, whose only hope was to not make a fool of herself showing her Kerry Hill sheep, farming life has never been so dramatic.
When a body is found, belonging to one of the competitors, there is no shortage of suspects. Every sheep farmer in this close-knit community has a motive and beneath their show-ready smiles, they all have something to hide.
Experience has taught Jude that when there's a murderer at large, nobody is truly safe. And with secrets simmering beneath the surface, this may be her most challenging investigation yet. Can she unearth the truth before it's too late?
A gripping new instalment in the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.
Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:
'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams
'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter
'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young
'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh
'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull"
"Preorder the BRAND NEW instalment in the Malvern Mysteries from Kate WellsThis is no peaceful walk in the countryside. . . When Jude Gray and DI Binnie Khatri join a local walking group, their expectations for a peaceful outing to the Malvern Hills takes a grim turn. Arguments abound, and the hike ends in tragedy when one of the walkers is found dead in her car. Initially ruled as an accident, Jude's instincts tell her there's more to the story. As Jude and Binnie dig deeper, they uncover tensions and secrets within the group. From hidden affairs to longstanding rivalries, it becomes clear this death was no accident. With each revelation, the danger grows. Can Jude and Binnie unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?A gripping addition to the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin. Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end. ' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one. ' E. V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot . . . featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes. . . ' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated. ' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull"
"The time for celebrations is over. . .
Jude Gray's farm is going from strength to strength, and even though her grumpy neighbour has concerns about the new campsite in the lower field, she is undeterred. When a hen party arrives for a weekend away, she does her best to cater for their celebrations. But with a sheep needing urgent care - an accidental mishap or something more nefarious? - she finds herself consulting the group, which coincidentally contains four vets.
When one of the hens goes missing, it becomes clear there are more sinister forces at play, and someone is targeting her farm. With the help of close friend Detective Inspector Binnie Khatri, Jude once again dons her amateur sleuthing hat. They uncover a web of deceit, affairs and rivalries, but will they find the perpetrator before events turn murderous?
A brand-new instalment in the thrilling Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham and Faith Martin
Praise for Kate Wells:
'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end. ' T A Williams
'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one. ' E. V. Hunter
'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot . . . featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes. . . ' Debbie Young
'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated. ' Judy Leigh
'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull
'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local & beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists & turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green
'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery. ' C L Miller
'. . . like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I'd want to be friends with all rolled into one. ' Kristen Perrin"
"Where there's a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered. . . Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well. The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat. But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who's been seen wandering through the village and through Jude's fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable. . . -'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery. ' C L Miller, author of The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder'. . . like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I'd want to be friends with all rolled into one. ' Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder'This book had a bit of everything! . . . Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' netgalley reviewer"
"Lambing season always brings the unexpected. . . But no one expected murderJude Gray never thought she'd find herself widowed and running a working farm full-time, but here she is, living in the small Malvern village her husband Adam spent most of his life in. After a particularly gruelling lambing season, she is looking forward to some time off, but there's no rest for the wicked, especially when she finds the body of one of Adam's oldest friends on her farm. Unimpressed with the local constabulary's efforts, Jude starts an investigation of her own. But as the body count rises, danger creeps ever closer to Malvern Farm. A killer is on the prowl. And all that stands in their way is one woman - and her dog. 'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated. ' Judy Leigh, author of Foul Play at Seal Bay'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates"
Join our community for the latest bookish news, reading recommendations, exclusive opening extracts, author events and competitions. It\'s all free. And enter a monthly draw to win a £50 Gift Card. See past winners here
