{"product_id":"books-a-corpse-in-christmas-close-by-michelle-salter","title":"A Corpse in Christmas Close","description":"A completely gripping cozy mystery story, perfect for fans of Verity Bright\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile this novel has the same amateur sleuth as the other books in the Iris Woodmore Mysteries series, it can be read as a STANDALONE\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen a pantomime turns deadly, Iris investigates a cast of killers…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas, 1923.\u003c\/strong\u003e When reporter Iris Woodmore is sent to cover the Prince of Wales’ visit to historic Winchester, she discovers more than just royal gossip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leading lady in Winchester Cathedral’s charity pantomime is found dead in mysterious circumstances. And the chief suspect is Cinderella’s handsome prince, played by Percy Baverstock’s younger brother, Freddie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the sake of the Baverstocks, Iris must investigate the murder, even though it means confronting an old enemy. And as the line between friend and foe blurs dangerously, she’s ensnared by someone she hoped she’d never see again…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryone's favourite amateur sleuth returns for a Christmas mystery, perfect for fans of Verity Bright, Claire Gradidge and Emily Organ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This book was gripping and \u003cstrong\u003ehard to put down\u003c\/strong\u003e. It didn't feel like everything else you see out there, it felt \u003cstrong\u003every fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e. I really enjoyed this book!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The characters go from strength to strength and the \u003cstrong\u003eperiod detail is excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e... I’m already looking forward to the next in the series!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I loved it and thoroughly enjoyed this 1920's murder mystery ... \u003cstrong\u003eI could not put it down\u003c\/strong\u003e.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This story had me \u003cstrong\u003egripped\u003c\/strong\u003e and I was drawn in from the beginning ... can’t wait to read more from this author' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePraise for the Iris Woodmore Mysteries:\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A \u003cstrong\u003efabulous, well-written, mystery\u003c\/strong\u003e that holds all the promise of much more to come... The Iris Woodmore mysteries are fast becoming some of my favourites.' *M J Porter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eA joy to read!\u003c\/strong\u003e Such a well-researched mystery. I absolutely loved the unconventional heroine, 1920s setting, engaging characterisation and poignant ending, all of which provide a captivating start to the Iris Woodmore cosy mystery series.' \u003cem\u003eAnita Davison\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The mystery itself is intriguing, with plenty of \u003cstrong\u003etwists and unexpected developments\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you enjoy 1920s mysteries and learning about the Suffragettes and all they stood for, then I highly recommend Death at Crookham Hall.' \u003cem\u003eVerity Bright\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cem\u003eDeath at Crookham Hall\u003c\/em\u003e is a lovely, murder mystery by a \u003cstrong\u003egifted writer\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ \u003cem\u003eHelena Dixon\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World of Books ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53774845083921,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781835612897.jpg?v=1783987480","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/en-gb\/products\/books-a-corpse-in-christmas-close-by-michelle-salter","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}