Jessica Bull grew up in South East London, where she still lives with her husband, two daughters, and far too many pets. She's addicted to stories and studied English Literature at Bristol University, and Information Science at City University, London.
She began work as a librarian (under the false impression she could sit and read all day), before becoming a communications consultant. Miss Austen Investigates is her debut novel.
The Christmas Tree Murders (2026) Katie Lumsden "Delightfully festive and irresistibly addictive, The Christmas Tree Murders is an essential addition to your Christmas list. Just brilliant, brilliant, brilliant!"
A Very Vexing Murder (2026) (Harriet Smith Investigates, book 1) Lucy Andrew "Lucy Andrew's love of Austen and mystery shines through on every page, making A Very Vexing Murder a fantastically entertaining read for crime fiction aficionados and Janeites alike. Enormous fun, I'll never look at Harriet Smith in the same way again!"
A Murder for Miss Hortense (2025) (Miss Hortense Mysteries, book 1) Mel Pennant "Mel Pennant's debut, A Murder for Miss Hortense, is not only an expertly plotted, page-turning mystery, it's also a vibrant tribute to the Windrush generation and a particular kind of woman who will not let injustice rest."
A Most Puzzling Murder (2025) Bianca Marais "Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Murder She Wrote in this fun, fresh and quirky take on a gothic mystery."
The Cliffhanger (2025) Emily Freud "This Gone Girl-esque thriller, about a husband and wife crime writing duo did not disappoint! Dark, twisty and utterly irresistible - I was captivated by Felix and Emma's destructive dynamic. And the twist, when it came, was the perfect blend of shocking yet inevitable . Bravo Emily Freud!"
The Retirement Plan (2025) Sue Hincenbergs "Absolutely hilarious is the only way to describe Sue Hincenbergs' debut, The Retirement Plan, with a cast of charming but deeply flawed characters I couldn't help rooting for!"
Miss Burnham and the Loose Thread (2025) Lynn Knight "The House of Eliott meets Miss Marple in Lynn Knight's superb fiction debut. As well as being an exquisite mystery, Miss Burnham and the Loose Thread is an ode to the pioneering women who embraced new opportunities in the aftermath of The Great War. I loved it!"
The Woman in the Wallpaper (2025) Lora Jones "Spellbinding, chilling and utterly mesmerising. A twisty portrayal of sisterly devotion and a moving exploration of generational trauma set during the turmoil of the French Revolution. This stunning debut is not to be missed."
Nephthys (2025) Rachel Louise Driscoll "Seamlessly blending extensive historical research and ancient Egyptian mythology with exquisite storytelling, Nephthys is an astonishingly accomplished debut from an exciting new talent."
The Queen of Fives (2025) Alex Hay "Rich in delicious detail and enticing prose, while terrifically fast-paced, Alex Hay's The Queen of Fives has stolen my heart! All the stars to this brilliant follow-up to The Housekeepers. Put simply, I am in awe of Alex's talent."
Death on Ice (2024) (Blanchard Twins, book 1) R O Thorp "Clever, quirky and irresistibly fun, I adored my killer cruise with R O Thorp's Blanchard twins in Death on Ice. But I swear I'm never ever getting into a two-person submarine, it sounds even more terrifying than a trip to the arctic with a boatload of murder suspects!"
Estella's Revenge (2024) Barbara Havelocke "Deliciously creepy and decidedly dark, I loved this foray into the mind of Dickens's most enigmatic heroine - It's so beautifully written, it gripped me from the very first sentence and would not let me go until I finished reading."
The Potting Shed Murder (2024) (Hill House Vintage Murder Mystery, book 1) Paula Sutton "A really fun, fast-paced and atmospheric whodunnit. Perfect for fans of Agatha Raisin."
Guide to Murder (2024) (Antique Hunter's, book 1) C L Miller "Brilliantly fun, fast-paced mystery set against the murkier side of the antiques world - where everyone has a price and no one is who they say they are. Freya Lockwood for the new James Bond!"
Murder on the Farm (2023) (Malvern Mysteries, book 1) Kate Wells "A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!"
