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A Body in the B&B
(2026)(The fifth book in the Bad Girls Detective Agency series)
A novel by Katie Marsh
The first in a BRAND NEW cozy crime series, set in the beautiful Lake District, from Katie Marsh
It’s a perfect location for… murderWhen sisters Jennifer and Lizzie Christie inherit their aunt’s dilapidated B&B, in the beautiful Lake District village of Lupton Water, the only thing they have in common is how much they hate their housemate, aDeclan Moss.
The two of them fell out thirty years before, and now they’re mid-life, mid-menopause, and about to be mid-disaster. And not just because Jennifer’s cat Clementine and Rose’s dog Gizmo have taken an instant dislike to each other.
But when Declan’s body is found in the bathtub, the sisters are top of the suspect list. Can they and their pets bury the hatchet long enough to find out who the killer is? Or will they become the next victims?
The first in the Christie Sisters Mysteries series, perfect for fans of MC Beaton and Faith Martin.
Praise for Katie Marsh:
‘For lovers of the Thursday Murder Club, this is an equally compelling read.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Such a brilliant and fun mystery, set in a small town full of secrets. The characters were brilliant and the twist was gripping. Can’t wait for more!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Devoured this in 24 hours!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Pacy, funny, heartwarming and a terrific read… Highly recommended… This is perfect if you loved Bad Sisters.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'''Mystery and intrigue. This talented author has written a cannot put down whodunit.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Clever and twisty, I loved how each of the main characters used their strengths to get closer to the killer, and it’s laugh out loud funny. I thought I’d worked out whodunnit and then was proved sort-of right and also wrong. The ending is a great mix of drama and hilarity, and I’m already looking forward to the next one.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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