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The Biscuit Tin Murders #1: A Fatal Fall at King’s College
by Menna van Praag
4.6
(29)
“If there was one piece of advice Olive Crisp always followed, it was that βone should never attempt to solve a crime on an empty stomach…”‘1970s. Cambridge, England.
A MYSTERIOUS MURDER AT MIDNIGHT:
When
a student falls from the turrets of Kingβs College, Cambridge and the police rule his death as accidental, Olive consults her tarot cards – which confirm her suspicions of murder – and decides to take the investigation into her own hands.A COSY COMMUNITY:Fortunately, the college porter is a loyal customer of
Oliveβs cafe, The Biscuit Tin, and when she plies him with his favourite almond croissants and cups of Earl Grey, he reveals secrets about student societies and jealousies that might prove motive for murder.A TRAIL OF CAKE CRUMBS:These clues lead Olive, and
her two best friends, Blythe and Millie, to Newnham College where their suspicions are confirmed and the chief suspect discovered. With the clock ticking, will Olive be able to solve the mystery before the case is closed and the truth lost forever?A charming cozy culinary crime series set in sleepy 1970s Cambridge, England, The Biscuit Tin Murders is a sweet recipe for a delightfully comforting read, containing far too many slices of cake, along with several servings of crime, plenty of sugar and a sprinkling of magic…WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:‘
I fell in love with Olive Crisp and her crime solving antics, not to mention the scrumptious cakes … Thereβs a rich supporting cast of characters and dreamy Cambridge spires backdrop … Agatha Christie but with much better biscuits.’ Reader Review πππππ‘I love a bit of cozy crime and this didnβt disappoint! Lots of cake, a nice juicy crime, a dog and a bit of romance.
The perfect story to sink into on a Sunday afternoon.’ Reader Review πππππ‘A warm, witty read
full of delightful characters and delicious moments.’ Reader Review πππππ‘
I loved the vintage vibe of the book, set in a time before I got to know Cambridge but with enough familiarity to be able to picture it all. This was a very fun, lighthearted story that I thoroughly enjoyed reading on dark drizzly nights.’ Reader Review πππππ‘I loved the element of
tarot cards readings that sent shivers down my spine and added drama to the story. Wonderful story!‘ Reader Review πππππ‘The book is a sort of
Miss Marple meets the Thursday Murder Club, with the intrepid sleuth joining forces with her friends to solve a murder, or was it in fact a murder? Well written and short it is definitely a quality biscuit from the tin.’ Reader Review πππππ‘It is a great snapshot of Cambridge in the 70’s.
If you like Agatha Raisin, Father Brown, Grantchester and baking, you will love this book.’ Reader Review πππππ‘When the world becomes a little too much, put the kettle on, grab a slice of cake and settle down in your favourite reading spot to enjoy this
warm and comforting novel.’ Reader Review πππππ‘I loved this book!
Such a quick, easy read with crime & romance & cake: what more could you want?’ Reader Review πππππ‘
Like a crumpet oozing with butter … Thereβs also a pinch of fairy dust sprinkled within its pages. It reminds me of Joanne Harrisβs Chocolat…’ Reader Review πππππThe 1st in
The Biscuit Tin Murders series of cosy culinary mysteries. If you enjoy stories set in sleepy English towns with warmth, wit and whimsy as their main ingredients, along with twists to keep you guessing and subplots to make you smile, if you love Agatha Christie, Richard Osman & the Reverend Richard Coles then youβll love these delicious tales…Genres
Publication date
- July 28, 2024