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Blog Tour: The Heretic Cypher – Murray Bailey

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When Egyptologist Alex MacLure’s friend and mentor dies he’s stunned to discover she’s left a message—hidden, encoded, and meant only for him.

With a mysterious artifact and a trail of cryptic symbols, Alex is thrust into a deadly race against time. What begins as a quest to finish her research quickly spirals into a chilling conclusion: her death was no accident. She was murdered for what she discovered.

Now he’s the next target.

Hunted by a ruthless adversary, Alex finds himself swept from the academic halls of London to the heart of Egypt’s oldest sites.

As he races to decode a forgotten truth buried beneath centuries of deception, powerful enemies close in—willing to kill to protect a secret—a revelation so explosive, it could rewrite everything we know about ancient Egypt and religion.

My thoughts: A new series from the always excellent Murray Bailey is exciting. This time we’re in Egypt on the trail of ancient secrets in the desert. Alex MacLure is trying to solve the mystery left after his friend is brutally murdered. Her research must lead to something so explosive, it’s worth killing for.

Alex is an accountant turned Egyptologist, hardly a James Bond figure, but now he’s being followed, threatened, held up at gun point and generally having to live on his wits. Rescued by Rebecca, after a harrowing moment by the river, they join forces to unravel the secrets hidden in a stone tablet, translating the writing to find where it leads. But Alex is a bit too trusting sometimes, and not everyone he meets has his best interests at heart.

I was absolutely hooked, I’ve been fascinated by the world of Ancient Egypt since we first learnt about the pyramids at primary school, it’s incredible to think that such an advanced society existed thousands of years ago and all we’re left with are tombs and ruins, but what incredible tombs and ruins. My mum used to take me to the British Museum to see all the (stolen) artifacts housed there, and while now I think they should be returned and the mummies re-buried and allowed to rest in peace, as a child I was transfixed.

This book brings that lost world into the twenty-first century, the secrets of so long ago still matter to some people, and they will go to any lengths to stop them coming out.  I thoroughly enjoyed this book and cannot wait for the next installment, Alex is a great protagonist, clever and a bit naive, but somehow managing to stay alive and unravel the clues left behind.

*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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Blog Tour: The Marriage Monitoring Aunties’ Association – Ola Awonubi

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Friendships – fantastic. Family – getting better. Career – promotion on the cards.
Romance – seriously delayed Sade Sodipo is ready to meet ‘the one’ and finally fulfil the Nigerian Dream. So far God hasn’t
performed that little miracle quite yet, but it’ll happen this year for sure. Especially if her mother, two best friends, younger sister and all those in the unofficial Marriage Monitoring Aunties Association, have anything to say about it.
She might love her job, have great friends, and even own her own home, but according to the meddling aunties, this is why she’s still single at 50. Not wanting to turn into a bitter aunty herself, Sade knows it’s time to get serious, but the options aren’t looking great – zero potential at church, work or in her social life.
What if her prayers for the perfect man have got lost? Or maybe Sade’s happy-ever-after is right on time…

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Author Bio –
Ola Awonubi is an award-winning author, creative writing tutor, and speaker, known for her compelling storytelling that bridges cultures and histories. Born in London to Nigerian parents, she spent part of her childhood in Nigeria before returning to the UK, where she pursued her passion for writing.

At the age of 40, Ola rekindled her dream of becoming a writer and earned an MA in Creative Writing from the University of East London. Her talent quickly gained recognition—her short story The Pink
House won first prize in the National Words of Colour competition (2008), and The Go-Slow Journey secured first prize in the fiction category of Queen Mary Wasafiri’s New Writing Prize (2009). She was also honored with the Best Author CA Award (2019).

Ola has authored eight books, including Love’s Persuasion, Love Me Unconditionally, and the anthology Naija Love Stories. Her historical fiction novel, A Nurse’s Tale, published by One More Chapter Books (HarperCollins) in July 2023, became a bestseller in Canada, earning a spot on The Globe and Mail’s historical fiction chart. It was also recognized by the Brown Girl Collective as a favourite historical fiction book of 2024.
Her upcoming romantic comedy, The Marriage Monitoring Aunties’ Association, is set for release in Summer 2025, as part of a two-book deal. She is also working on a Jane Austen adaptation set in Lagos, currently under consideration by publishers and agents.

Beyond her writing, Ola is a creative writing tutor and speaker, sharing her expertise at prestigious events such as the Black British Book Festival, Meet-Cute Romance Festival, and London Festival ofWriting. She will also be speaking at The London Writers Festival, Jericho Writers Conference,  inspiring aspiring authors with her insights on storytelling, publishing, and book marketing.
Ola’s work has been featured in Afreada, Brittle Paper, Story Time, Woven Tale Press, and  NaijaStories.com, with over 15 short stories published across various literary platforms.

Through her Substack newsletter, “The Resilient Writer,” she provides actionable writing guidance,  digital resources, and industry insights, helping fellow creatives refine their craft and build their
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My thoughts: I really like Sade, she’s a successful woman, owns her own home, has a nice group of friends, is an active member of her church and a loving daughter, sister and auntie. She’s also single at almost fifty.

And while she’s not especially worried, it seems to be causing concern for her mum, and the infamous Marriage Monitoring Aunties Association, who always have plenty to say on the matter.

When she does meet the rather nice Jimi Taylor, there’s an instant attraction, but she wants to keep things professional and her mum isn’t too keen as he has an ex-wife and son. But Sade is a woman who knows her own mind and after a series of dates involving some very delicious sounding food (I wasn’t hungry before I read this book, I was after), things start hotting up, but can Sade keep things secret from the MMAA or will they be sticking their oars in?

Funny, wry and with a lot of heart, this is a great later in life love story.

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*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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Blog Tour: Where Fireflies Dwell – Samantha J. Won

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How beautiful is this cover? Fans of K-Drama and time travel will love Where Fireflies Dwell by Samantha J. Won!

Where Fireflies Dwell

Release Date: January 2025

Genre: YA Time Trave Romance/ LGBTQAI+/ K Drama Vibes

  • Enemies to lovers
  • Best friends to enemies
  • Time travel
  • BL, LGBTQ Rep
  • Family

Time travel is not a choice. It’s a curse.

Ri Yunho and his best friend, Jo Wooju, have it all. With the immense fame and wealth that come with being two of the most popular Korean Hallyu actors in their generation, the pair jump from one wild success to another. But when Yunho’s life is shattered after a heinous allegation by Wooju leaves him in prison, he’s forced to grapple with the reasons behind his best friend’s betrayal.

As if to salvage his life from the ruin it has become, Yunho mysteriously meets a magical entity and is transported back to his teens, where he is given one chance at redemption—to reshape his future and uncover the truth behind Wooju’s backstabbing.

Caught up in a mounting conspiracy that will force Yunho to reconsider everything he knew about his former best friend, he’ll need to delve into the past and find the shadowy figure pulling the strings that led to his imprisonment.

Can Yunho unravel the web of secrets behind Wooju’s betrayal? Or has his fate already been decided?

Where Fireflies Dwell is a story about friendship, family, and youth. But most importantly, it’s about what it means to love unconditionally.

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Double Cover Reveal: Fires of the Forsaken/Ashes of the Earth – Stephanie E. Donohue

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The Across Time series has gotten a glow up and it is gorgeous!

An Epic Grimdark Romantasy that’s basically like GAME OF THRONES meets DEADPOOL…with some extra swoon and SUPERNATURAL-esque lore

It also has:

❤️‍🔥 Grumpy x sunshine
❤️‍🔥 Hot Viking Warrior
❤️‍🔥 Reluctant hero
❤️‍🔥 Fight training
❤️‍🔥 Banter
❤️‍🔥 Mature (age 30+) FMC
❤️‍🔥 Pop culture Easter eggs
❤️‍🔥 Touch him and 💀
❤️‍🔥 Found Family
❤️‍🔥 Action Packed
❤️‍🔥Emotion Focused Spice (book 2)

Fires of the Forsaken

She just wanted a gosh-darn pizza. The apocalypse had other ideas.

Addie did not have “getting plucked from the 21st century and thrown into the apocalypse” on her “things to do after work” checklist. Yet here she is, trapped in the hellscape known as Sakar–a world torn apart by a Celestial war. Now she’s dodging soulless Wraiths, getting chased by venomous horses, and trying her darndest to avoid a meltdown.

Thankfully, Cheriour, the gruff and grumpy commander of the human army takes her under his wing. He’s blunt, brutal, and socially awkward. Totally not Addie’s type.

So why does she find him so infuriatingly attractive?

As Addie’s connection with Cheriour grows so does the danger. Wraiths threaten to eliminate the last dregs of humanity and secrets about Addie’s past are about to surface that might just make her the key to saving everything… or destroying it.

Darkly thrilling and laced with biting humor, Fires of the Forsaken is perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Deadpool and Supernatural.

Ashes of the Earth

Earth’s last hope has anxiety, a lethal power, and absolutely no idea what she’s doing.

Addie is having a colossally bad year. She’s stuck in a bullshit biblical war, her friends keep dying, and her newfound power might be slowly eating her alive.

At least she has Cheriour, the gruff, battle-scarred commander of the human army, who is secretly a teddy bear hiding beneath a grumpy face. But even their budding relationship is threatened as the war rages.

With Wraiths scavenging the ailing country of Sakar, and the Celestials tightening their grip, Addie must lead a desperate mission to save what’s left of this world. But the deeper she dives into the secrets of Sakar—and the reason she was brought here—the more she realizes some truths should stay buried.

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Blog Tour: Solace of Dusk – K.V. Meadows

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Welcome to the tour for Solace of Dusk by K.V. Meadows. Read now on Kindle Unlimited!

Solace of Dusk (Dusk and Embers Book 1)

Release Date: March 2025

Genre: Romantic Fantasy

Those who play with prophecies will get burned…

23-year-old Undesirable, Durvla Garrick, has a dangerous secret. Being both deaf and having a chronic ailment, her very existence is treasonous. So, when the Queen’s mercenaries accuse her of stealing a dress, she comes quietly—better to be arrested for her knitting skills than her illness.

Under the watchful eye of the broody royal guard, Tiernan Kilkenny—the embodiment of the very people she’s spent her life hiding from—Durvla is appointed dressmaker to the princess. But castle life isn’t quite what she expected, and nor is its staff…

With the Queen dying, Princess Carys Meredyth fa Rhodri is reluctant to inherit the throne of a broken Kingdom when she feels so broken herself. Magic has been outlawed for a millennium—so why are her memories filled with whispers of enchantment?

When Carys finds a book that only she can read, more questions unravel. Are the fairytales that have provided her comfort since childhood really only stories? Or has the truth been right there all along?

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Content Warnings:


-Violence (real world weapons, prolonged torture, magic wielding), blood without gore, and violent killing
-Child abandonment, infant death (not detailed), and a brief mention of miscarriage
-Unmanaged severe mental illness, anxiety and anxiety attacks, suicidal ideation
-Sensual and sexual content (on page, non-explicit) -Grief and loss, mentions of parental death, terminal illness
-Disability prejudice, ableism, classism
-Profanity

My thoughts: I really enjoyed reading this book (now on KU) and am eagerly looking forward to book two.

With Welsh and Celtic mythology influences, this is a kingdom under attack from within. The princess, Carys, is worried about her invalid mother, and leaving much of the running of the country to the council. Which might not be the best idea.

Elsewhere Durvla, a botanist, is trying to keep her younger brother safe and hidden. She’s deaf and he’s autistic, both things seen as undesirable in the world they live in. Things that could see them taken away and thrown in the terrifying prison. When she does get seized, she ends up as Carys’ dressmaker, a path to freedom opens up.

But others have their own plans for the kingdom, evil plans. And things go wrong for Carys and for Durvla.

This is gripping, funny, intelligent fantasy with interesting and relatable protagonists and the magic system was also intriguing. I can’t wait for the next installment, it ends on such a cliffhanger.

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*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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Blog Tour: The Betrayal of Thomas True – A.J. West

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The Betrayal of Thomas True is out now in glorious purple paperback and I am re-sharing my thoughts from the hardback tour below. You can buy a copy from all the best bookshops or direct from Orenda Books.

It is the year 1710, and Thomas True has arrived on old London Bridge with a dangerous secret. One night, lost amongst the squalor of London’s hidden back streets, he finds himself drawn into the outrageous underworld of the molly houses.

Meanwhile, carpenter Gabriel Griffin struggles to hide his double life as Lotty, the molly’s stoic guard. When a young man is found murdered, he realises there is a rat amongst them, betraying their secrets to a pair of murderous Justices. Can Gabriel unmask the traitor before they hang? Can he save hapless Thomas from peril, and their own forbidden love?

Set amidst the buried streets of Georgian London, The Betrayal of Thomas True is a brutal and devastating thriller, where love must overcome evil, and the only true sin is betrayal…

A.J. West’s bestselling debut novel The Spirit Engineer won the Historical Writers’ Association Debut Crown Award, gaining international praise for its telling of a longforgotten true story. An award winning BBC newsreader and reporter, he has written for national newspapers and regularly appears on network television discussing his writing and the historical context of contemporary events. A passionate historical researcher, he writes at The London Library and museum archives around the world. To connect with AJ and discover more about his research, visit http://www.ajwestauthor.com

My thoughts: set in the world of molly houses, secretive clubs where gay and bisexual men gathered when homosexuality was illegal and men could be hung for the crime of sodomy, The Betrayal of Thomas True relates in slightly Dickensian ways, the story of young Thomas True, who runs away to London from Highgate (then a village outside of London) to stay with his relatives, a macabre uncle and aunt and cousin Abigail, his pen pal. They run a chandlery – making candles, and Thomas asks to apprentice rather than return to his parents.

He meets The community of “mollies” that gather at Mother Clap’s, discovering his place and his true desires there. Unfortunately the men who congregate there are under threat and with a Rat passing their names to the authorities and their friends being killed.

There’s a playfulness to the language – and certainly in the nicknames the mollies use for themselves in their community, as well as in the characters’ daytime names. As Gabriel and Thomas hunt for this Rat, as their friends are arrested and prosecuted, executed and murdered, and as the two fall in love; they see horrors, confront assassins and venture into Bedlam to rescue one of their number.

Georgian London’s dank underworld, it’s sinister demi monde is explored in fascinating and intelligent detail. Despite the darkness of Thomas’ London life, there is some brightness and colour in his misadventures. I found the book thoroughly enjoyable and was sad to reach its end.

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Blog Tour: Jaipur Moon – Liz Harris

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Jaipur, 1934

When Philip Grainger and Frank Fletcher met late at night on the edge of an indigo plantation in Gujarat back in 1916, and one of them handed a new born baby to the other and walked away, their stated intention was never to see each other again.

In Jaipur, 1934, almost eighteen years later, Philip’s daughter, Eleanor, is excited to learn that a new family has moved into the street where they live, and that the family has a daughter similar in age to
herself.

When Frank Fletcher, having struggled for years to make a profit from his isolated indigo plantation, turns to exporting, he is encouraged by his exporter friend, Maxwell Anderson, to move his family to
Jaipur. His daughter, Alice, hopes that at last she will make some friends.
But where there are secrets, someone invariably senses a secret, is determined to uncover it and use it to his advantage. Nothing stays hidden for ever…

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Liz Harris is the author of the historical novels THE ROAD BACK (US Coffee Time &
Romance Book of the Year 2012) and A BARGAIN STRUCK (shortlisted for the RoNA Historical 2013).

Both they and THE LOST GIRL/GOLDEN TIGER and A WESTERN HEART were shortlisted for Best Historical Romance by The Festival of Romance. In addition are contemporary novels EVIE UNDERCOVER, THE ART OF DECEPTION, THE BEST FRIEND and WORD PERFECT. THE DARK HORIZON, THE FLAME WITHIN and THE LENGTHENING SHADOW, set between the wars, comprise The Linford Collection, which was followed by The Colonials : DARJEELING INHERITANCE, COCHIN FALL, HANOI SPRING and SIMLA MIST.

The second edition of THE ROAD BACK appeared in August 2022, followed by IN A FAR PLACE. Second editions of A BARGAIN STRUCK and GOLDEN TIGER were published in 2023. THE LOOSE THREAD, the first in the Three Sisters trilogy, was published in February 2024, THE SILKEN KNOT, the second in September 2024 and THE WOVEN LIE in February 2025. AWESTERN HEART was published December 2024.

In addition to these, Liz has had short stories published in anthologies and magazines.

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My thoughts: Set during the height of the British Empire among the expat community of Jaipur, who gather at the Bitish club to socialise and mingle. 

When a new family move in down the road, Eleanor Grainger is pleased that there’s a daughter close to her age, potentially a new friend. But there’s a connection between the two families that she has no idea about. She and Alice do become friends, although Alice has secretly learnt about the connection.

As the two girls shop and Eleanor and friend Harriet show Alice the beautiful buildings of Jaipur, the fathers attempt to keep their families apart. Meanwhile a gem smuggling operation sets up in town, risking businesses and prison for anyone caught. As the men get drawn into conspiracies and plots, they are secretly under surveillance. When the truth is exposed, everything will change.

Intelligent and engaging, this was a pleasure to read and brought the past vividly to life, with an intriguing plot and likeable characters.

    *I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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    Cover Reveal: The Imminent Power of Hope – Catalina Matei

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    It’s time to reveal the cover for the final book in the Vials of Fate trilogy, The Imminent Power of Hope by Catalina Matei!

    The Imminent Power of Hope (Vials of Fate Book 3)

    Genre: Dark Romantasy/ Dragons

    Expected Release Date: October 23, 2025

    • Dragons
    • Fated mates
    • Found family
    • Secrets/ hidden truths
    • Banter
    • Strong FMC
    • Dual POV
    • Cunning gods
    • Unique magic

    In a world that mended itself anew, free will was no longer a chain; it was the binder that tied a nation’s hope to its actions.

    After a battle that ensured the human nation’s victory, things are about to change once more as Zadrohn vanishes with a powerful artefact in his possession.

    Caught between a web of lies and her need to be everyone’s saviour, Tiadola must renounce more than her pride in order to see the continent safe. The search for her lover intertwines with the one of finding the god’s resting place.

    Resilient and hopeful, can she be the one to liberate the world from millennia of injustices? In hope lies the power, and she is nothing if not hopeful.

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    TRIGGERS:

    • Violence
    • Existential angst
    • References of SA
    • Sacrifice
    • Loss/ death
    • Sexually explicit content

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    Cover Reveal: The Crimson Princess – Zoey Voss

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    We’re proud to present the cover for The Crimson Princess by Zoey Voss. This will be the first in a series called The Ravengale Chronicles, available September 24th!

    The Crimson Princess (The Ravengale Chronicles Book 1)

    Expected Release Date: September 24, 2025

    Genre: Dark Romantasy/ Vampires

    • Vampires,
    • Rival kingdoms
    • Forbidden love
    • Captive princess – she’s more than willing though…well the first time 😉
    • She just got her full powers
    • She’s promised to another (no triangle)

    For the rulers of Ravengale, there is only us and them…until the rule of law becomes the path to destruction.

    As princess of Ravengale, Satima is bound by her father’s rule to sit back as others compete in the Challenge and watch the champions travel to the human realm to shelter the innocents from the monsters of the Third World. But the Book of Life dictates a path for her that defies the laws of Ravengale and she temporarily vacates her throne to fight for humanity, a choice that will change the destiny of her world and beyond.

    As Satima is thrust into a tragic battle, death will touch her in the most intimate of ways, driving her into the path of her father’s enemy, the ancient and powerful vampire king. Toren is as gorgeous as he is a ruthless leader, and despite Satima’s caution, the vampire makes her blood run hot, and her body hotter. But in the throes of passion, there is a dark history between their worlds, a darker one between Toren and her father. One wrong move, and everything Satima has known and loved will be shattered.

    In the vein of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Reign where the princess is a warrior, the fae are inconsequential, zombies are real, and vampires and druids are enemies of the court. That is until one vampire, the king himself, seduces the princess into risking all for him.

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    Blog Tour: Murder Most Wilde – Helen Golden

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    In the world of amateur theatre, the drama isn’t all onstage…

    Tragedy Strikes the Windstanton Players
    Popular local actor, Noel Ashworth, who collapsed during the rehearsal of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, was pronounced dead at the scene. As shock ripples through Windstanton’s tight-knit amateur theatre group, the Fenshire Police are looking at them as suspects.

    I can’t let Perry’s acting debut end in disaster! With the cast spooked and the local police under-resourced, Bea—along with Perry, Rich, Simon, and her trusty Westie, Daisy must shift through the
    cast’s petty jealousies and diva behaviour to unmask the killer before they strike again.

    When the show must go on…will everyone make it to opening night?

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    Helen Golden spins mysteries that are charmingly British, delightfully deadly, and served with a twist of humour.
    With quirky characters, clever red herrings, and plots that keep the pages turning, she’s the author of the much-loved A Right Royal Cozy Investigation series, following Lady Beatrice and her friends—
    including one clever little dog—as they uncover secrets hidden in country houses and royal palaces.
    Her new historical mystery series, The Duchess of Stortford Mysteries, is set in Victorian England and introduces an equally curious sleuth from Lady Beatrice’s own family tree—where murders are solved over cups of tea, whispered gossip, and overheard conversations in drawing rooms and grand estates.
    Helen lives in a quintessential English village in Lincolnshire with her husband, stepdaughter, and a menagerie of pets—including a dog, several cats, a tortoise, and far too many fish.
    If you love clever puzzles, charming settings, and sleuths with spark, her books are waiting for you.

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    My thoughts: Yay! We’re back in Fenshire with Lady Bea, Perry, the rest of team Royal Investigation and most importantly, of course, Daisy. Perry’s landed the lead role of Algernon in the local am dram production of The Importance of Being Earnest, and is eagerly looking forward to opening night. Then mid rehearsal, disaster strikes as Noel, playing Jack, collapses on stage.

    It could be a heart attack, but forensics reveal it was murder! Call in the team. While Perry keeps his ear to the ground with the cast and crew, Bea helps the local detectives search for evidence. Someone’s telling fibs, and everyone has secrets.

    Bea’s also trying to look forward to marrying Rich, but the press interest is a nightmare and now her uncle and aunt, the King and Queen, have asked for her help. Will her future look so very different from how it does now?

    With another clever and complicated case to investigate, questions about the future have to wait, but everyone’s in a state of flux and if they can get this mystery solved, maybe it’s time to make some decisions. Hopefully it’ll all end well!

    Loved this outing for the gang, Daisy is still on a diet, and once again finds clues and generally is an excellent canine detective. The humans have plenty on their plates and need a break to sort through it all. The series is taking a hiatus, as are the whole gang, so fingers crossed more adventures await in the future. 

    *I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.