A Pen Dipped in Poison: A witty and cosy mystery story, perfect for fans of Richard Osman

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Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma have a brand-new mystery to solve in this witty tale – perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club and Robert Thorogood So brilliant... I loved this so much! Perfect cosy crime - I am a big fan of this author!' NetGalley review Sinister envelopes have been delivered to friends and neighbours of our intrepid trio. Inside are letters and secrets revealing the past that they have tried to hide. Careers are ended, marriages destroyed, and no one is beyond suspicion. Something sinister seems to be behind it all, and it may be closer to home than the trio think. The three friends decide to take matters into their own hands, despite the protestations of family members.

The ingredients for the perfect modern cosy crime: intrigue, characters you care about and a good dollop of humour‘ Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants Most characters are teachers and, as the author is also in that profession, they are described in details that bring the school environment and atmosphere to life. That includes conversations that have no consequence from people who are keen to escape the classroom and the additional pressure of meeting targets daily by banter. Behind these chats are so many lie real anxieties, which the author goes on to explain the speakers’ true emotions, almost like a commentator. So brilliant… I loved this so much! Perfect cosy crime – I am a big fan of this author!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

After reading and listening to the brilliant A Spoonful of Murder by J.M. Hall, I just had to request A Pen Dipped in Poison. Thankfully the publishers, Avon Books UK, have allowed me to read the next in the series, so I thank them for that. If you are a fan of the Richard Osman books, this should be the ideal book for you. It has all the ingredients necessary for an excellent little cosy mystery. Suspense, drama and skulduggery are woven into a great storyline which features retired schoolteachers Liz, Pat and Thelma as they embark on another adventure. Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma have a brand-new mystery to solve in this witty tale - perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club and Robert ThorogoodCurious white envelopes have been delivered to friends and neighbours. I loved this so much! Perfect cosy crime - I am a big fan of this author!' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Three Miss Marples for the price of one! Curious white envelopes have been delivered to friends and neighbours. Inside are letters revealing the deepest secrets they have tried to hide.

Three Miss Marples for the price of one! Extremely well-drawn characters… the plot is carefully assembled… the writing is so good… I loved this story!' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ But as they work to uncover the truth, they begin to wonder just how far someone will go to silence this poison pen… The ingredients for the perfect modern cosy crime: intrigue, characters you care about and a good dollop of humour' Ian Moore, author of Death and CroissantsMalice and mayhem spur a school reunion of three modern Marples– and some of their Thirsk community learn a lesson they’ll never forget!’ Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, author of A Murder of Crows Malice and mayhem spur a school reunion of three modern Marples - and some of their Thirsk community learn a lesson they'll never forget!' Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, author of A Murder of Crows

A gently quirky cosy mystery with plenty of twists and turns, and an intriguing cast of characters – some endearing, some not so much!’ Fiona Leitch, author of The Cornish Wedding MurderA charming read with a cast of characters you’ll really connect with’ Faith Martin, author of A Fatal End

Malice and mayhem spur a school reunion of three modern Marples – and some of their Thirsk community learn a lesson they’ll never forget!’ Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, author of A Murder of Crows Enter the cogitations of three retired schoolteachers. Liz, Pat and Thelma are intrigued and set out on the journey to unraveling the mystery.

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The ‘poison’ here is better described as ‘mildly dyspeptic’ in contents, but the bold capitals are not dismissed or chalked off and away by recipients. The deeply disturbing personal, if vague, letters could have catastrophic consequences, possibly even poison. Three Miss Marples for the price of one! Extremely well-drawn characters... the plot is carefully assembled... the writing is so good... I loved this story!' NetGalley review The themes explored in A Pen Dipped in Poison are worth mentioning too; there are some great messages about education within this book. It covers how educational systems have become focused on money instead of children, which highlights how important it is for us all to remember that education should always be about helping children learn and grow rather than just making money off them or treating them as numbers on a spreadsheet. I especially enjoyed the epilogue; it brings everything full circle with a heart-warming message of what really matters when it comes to education.