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"When a model is found dead during a life drawing class, the police are confident they have their culprit. The case, they say, is neatly wrapped up. But theatrical agent Ginny Fellows knows better.
Certain the truth is being overlooked, Ginny is forced to do the unthinkable: leave the safety of her home. With the steady support of her friend Adam, she accepts a temporary role as a fully clothed life model, placing herself right in the middle of the studio—and face to face with the prime suspects.
As panic threatens to overwhelm her, Ginny must rely on courage she didn’t know she had, along with help from Adam and her eccentric actor clients, the Dead Actors—four performers best known for their unforgettable on-screen deaths. From whispered rivalries to carefully hidden betrayals, it soon becomes clear that everyone has something to hide.
Warm, witty, and full of heart, Murder in the Frame is a delightful small-town mystery about friendship, resilience, and finding the strength to step into the spotlight when it matters most. Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with charm, humour, and an unconventional sleuth."
"When a model is found dead during a life drawing class, the police are confident they have their culprit. The case, they say, is neatly wrapped up. But theatrical agent Ginny Fellows knows better.
Certain the truth is being overlooked, Ginny is forced to do the unthinkable: leave the safety of her home. With the steady support of her friend Adam, she accepts a temporary role as a fully clothed life model, placing herself right in the middle of the studio—and face to face with the prime suspects.
As panic threatens to overwhelm her, Ginny must rely on courage she didn’t know she had, along with help from Adam and her eccentric actor clients, the Dead Actors—four performers best known for their unforgettable on-screen deaths. From whispered rivalries to carefully hidden betrayals, it soon becomes clear that everyone has something to hide.
Warm, witty, and full of heart, Murder in the Frame is a delightful small-town mystery about friendship, resilience, and finding the strength to step into the spotlight when it matters most. Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with charm, humour, and an unconventional sleuth."
"When a model is found dead during a life drawing class, the police are confident they have their culprit. The case, they say, is neatly wrapped up. But theatrical agent Ginny Fellows knows better.
Certain the truth is being overlooked, Ginny is forced to do the unthinkable: leave the safety of her home. With the steady support of her friend Adam, she accepts a temporary role as a fully clothed life model, placing herself right in the middle of the studio—and face to face with the prime suspects.
As panic threatens to overwhelm her, Ginny must rely on courage she didn’t know she had, along with help from Adam and her eccentric actor clients, the Dead Actors—four performers best known for their unforgettable on-screen deaths. From whispered rivalries to carefully hidden betrayals, it soon becomes clear that everyone has something to hide.
Warm, witty, and full of heart, Murder in the Frame is a delightful small-town mystery about friendship, resilience, and finding the strength to step into the spotlight when it matters most. Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with charm, humour, and an unconventional sleuth."
"A killer’s in the frame—and Ginny Fellows is running out of time to focus.
When a local photographer turns up dead, theatrical agent Ginny Fellows is reluctantly pulled into the case. Ginny must unravel a web of newsroom secrets and hidden rivalries. Panic attacks keep her close to home, but with support from her steadfast friend Adam, her eccentric actor clients, and her clever cat Tuxie, she's determined to bring the truth into focus.
Smart, witty, and refreshingly original, Murder in Focus is a must-read for fans of unconventional sleuths and small-town suspense.
Buy Murder in Focus and follow Ginny as she zooms in on a killer who’s hiding in plain sight."
"In the idyllic English town of Shepton Rise, drama is a way of life for Ginny Fellows—but usually, it stays on stage. As a theatrical agent for the Dead Actors, a lively troupe of performers known for their memorable on-screen demises, Ginny is well-versed in the art of make-believe. But when a real-life murder darkens the curtains of Shepton Rise, Ginny must take centre stage as an unlikely sleuth.
Her investigation draws her into the world of the local amateur dramatics society, a hotbed of rivalries, secrets, and larger-than-life egos. The plot thickens as Ginny discovers that almost anyone in the group might have had a motive for murder. Yet Ginny has her own challenges to face—crippling panic attacks make it nearly impossible for her to leave the safety of her home.
With the steadfast support of her eccentric clients, the Dead Actors, and her devoted friend Adam, Ginny must summon the courage to step into the spotlight and untangle a web of lies and deception.
A delightful whodunit brimming with wit, charm, and theatrical flair, Murder in the Wings is a cozy mystery that proves all the world’s a stage—and the stakes have never been higher."
"Ginny Fellows, a theatrical agent in the charming English town of Shepton Rise, represents The Dead Actors, a troupe of eccentric performers famous for their unforgettable on-screen deaths. But when a real murder shakes the town, Ginny must uncover the truth while battling the crippling panic attacks that keep her housebound. With help from her delightfully dramatic clients, she’s determined to crack the case.
“Murder Unscripted” is a witty, heartwarming cozy mystery filled with quirky characters, English small-town charm, and an irresistible mix of humor and intrigue — perfect for fans of offbeat whodunits."
"Murder in the Wings
In the idyllic English town of Shepton Rise, drama is a way of life for Ginny Fellows—but usually, it stays on stage. As a theatrical agent for the Dead Actors, a lively troupe of performers known for their memorable on-screen demises, Ginny is well-versed in the art of make-believe. But when a real-life murder darkens the curtains of Shepton Rise, Ginny must take center stage as an unlikely sleuth.
Her investigation draws her into the world of the local amateur dramatics society, a hotbed of rivalries, secrets, and larger-than-life egos. The plot thickens as Ginny discovers that almost anyone in the group might have had a motive for murder. Yet Ginny has her own challenges to face—crippling panic attacks make it nearly impossible for her to leave the safety of her home.
With the steadfast support of her eccentric clients, the Dead Actors, and her devoted friend Adam, Ginny must summon the courage to step into the spotlight and untangle a web of lies and deception.
A delightful whodunit brimming with wit, charm, and theatrical flair, Murder in the Wings is a cozy mystery that proves all the world’s a stage—and the stakes have never been higher."
"A killer’s in the frame—and Ginny Fellows is running out of time to focus.
When a local photographer turns up dead, theatrical agent Ginny Fellows is reluctantly pulled into the case. Ginny must unravel a web of newsroom secrets and hidden rivalries. Panic attacks keep her close to home, but with support from her steadfast friend Adam, her eccentric actor clients, and her clever cat Tuxie, she's determined to bring the truth into focus.
Smart, witty, and refreshingly original, Murder in Focus is a must-read for fans of unconventional sleuths."
"Ginny Fellows is a theatrical agent with a knack for drama—though she prefers it to stay on-screen. Living in the charming English village of Shepton Rise, she represents a unique group of actors: “The Dead Actors.” Each of her quirky clients gained fame for their on-screen deaths, but their careers have proven far from lifeless.
When a tragic accident shakes the tranquil village, the police are quick to dismiss it as a misstep with fatal consequences. Ginny, however, senses there’s more to the story. Her clients, eager for a taste of real-life intrigue, are keen to help unravel the mystery. But Ginny has her own hurdles to overcome—crippling panic attacks keep her confined to her cozy home, making sleuthing a challenge of its own.
Can Ginny uncover the truth behind the so-called accident without leaving the safety of her haven? Packed with eccentric characters, razor-sharp wit, and a dash of heart, Murder Unscripted is a charming whodunit perfect for fans of quirky mysteries and small-town secrets."
"It’s not their war—but they can’t escape the fight.
The Rebel Runaways find themselves in a divided America, a nation consumed by the Civil War. Their pursuit of justice begins in the bustling streets of New York, where a chance encounter with an elusive spy sets them on a dangerous path. Determined to uncover the truth, they take to the skies aboard the airship Rebel—but in a war where loyalties are blurred, choosing a side isn’t so simple.
As battle lines are drawn and chaos erupts, the crew must navigate treacherous alliances, deadly betrayals, and the harsh realities of war. Will they shape history—or be swallowed by it?
Freedom Skies is the thrilling third book in The Rebel Runaways series—an alternative history adventure that blends fiction with real-world locations, capturing the spirit of the Steampunk era.
Perfect for fans of The Sharpe Series by Bernard Cornwell, Freedom Pledge by M.J. Twomey, and Mercenary by David M. Gaughran."
"The Rebel Runaways stand on one side; Fotheringay and the corrupt government on the other. Neither will back down.
Spanning two continents, this battle pits the crew against a horrifying truth: the Prime Minister and Fotheringay are secretly funding the slave trade. Joshua, an ex-slave, has every reason to fight. Charlotte’s skill as an airship pilot gives them an edge. But to stop another shipment of Africans from being condemned to a life of misery, the entire crew must work together—against impossible odds.
Meanwhile, in England, a trade union march rises in protest against brutal working conditions, unaware that the government has planned a deadly ambush.
In a world ruled by injustice, can the Rebel Runaways tip the scales—or will tyranny prevail?
Perfect for fans of The Infinity Engines by Andrew Hastie, Fogbound: Empire in Flames by Gareth Clegg, and The Earl of Brass by Kara Jorgensen."
"One day in 1860, everything changed for everyone, everywhere.
In Victorian London, where steam and clockwork drive progress, a chain of events thrusts Oliver, Jake, and Charlotte into conflict with the authorities. Coming from vastly different backgrounds, they form an unlikely alliance with an escaped slave, a street urchin, and a prostitute—together, they become the crew of the airship Rebel Runaways.
With the country under military control and torn apart by ruthless street gangs, their first priority is escape. But when they uncover the full extent of a corrupt government’s schemes—led by a sinister industrialist—they realize running isn’t an option. They must fight.
As they take to the skies, their battle for freedom will reshape not only their own fates but the fate of the world itself. If they fail, society will plunge into darkness.
Freedom Skies is the thrilling first book in The Rebel Runaways series—an alternative history adventure blending real-world locations with daring escapades and the spirit of Steampunk’s origins.
Perfect for fans of The Aeronaut’s Windlass by Jim Butcher, Perdido Street Station by China Miéville, and the Magnificent Devices series by Shelley Adina."
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