Murder at the Wintermere Fête (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798280000452)

When a wealthy recluse is found dead in the locked library of Wintermere Manor, the villagers of Honeychurch Vale are abuzz with speculation. Was it natural causes, a tragic accident-or something far more sinister?

Detective Inspector Alistair Finch, recently retired from Scotland Yard and hoping for a quiet life in the countryside, is reluctantly drawn back into the world of investigation. The manor's elegant façade hides a tangled web of secrets: long-standing feuds, hidden fortunes, and an unsigned will that could change everything. With the local constabulary ill-equipped for such a delicate case, Finch finds himself navigating the shadows of aristocracy and village gossip alike.

Luckily, he's not alone. His insightful wife Edith "Edi" Finch-armed with an encyclopedic knowledge of literature and a sharp intuition-proves to be an indispensable partner in crime-solving. As snow falls gently over the manor's frosted gardens and the village prepares for the Christmas fête, the Finches must race to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.

Rich in atmosphere, wit, and classic mystery charm, Murder at Wintermere Manor is a delightful introduction to a series where ev