4.5 (601)

The Body at Rookery Barn: A totally gripping cozy mystery (A Georgina Drake Mystery Book 1)

by Kate Hardy
4.5 (601)

Georgina Drake’s retirement plan: join a pilates class, take up gardening, and… solve a murder?

Widowed Georgina Drake has no regrets about moving to beautiful, sleepy Little Wenborough in rural Norfolk. Until she opens the door to her guesthouse and finds the dead body of her latest guest, irritable university professor Roland Garnett. And on top of that she’s suddenly hearing a woman’s voice through her hearing aids.

Completely shaken by the discovery, Georgina can hardly believe it when the police conclude that Professor Garnett was poisoned, with a dinner delivered by Georgina herself. Is she about to be accused of murder? Georgina needs to pull herself together, try to ignore the distracting voice, and clear her name.

As the clues mount up, does Georgina have what it takes to follow them to their conclusion? Even when her amateur sleuthing puts her next in the killer’s sights…?

An addictive and completely gripping cosy crime novel. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Midsomer Murders.

Readers love the Georgina Drake mysteries:

The best first book in any series that I have ever read! All the characters are well developed, interesting and you feel that you know them… If only there were more than 5 stars to give – this book is a definite 10-star story!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘I honestly couldn’t put this book downI am obsessed,and I will be reading every single one!!!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Hooked… I couldn’t stop reading it and want to immediately get my hands on the next book of the series. Highly recommend!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘A fantastic read. I could not put it down, and finished in one sitting. I love a good cozy mystery and this ticks all the boxes.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘I loved this book from page one, and it really kept me going until the end. I love the cozy mystery feeling of this book and it keeps you guessing until the end… Highly recommend! 5 stars here!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Sharp, witty, full of humour, with lots of entertaining characters all rolled into the chapters. I enjoyed every bit of it.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘This was a fast-paced mystery that had me hooked from the very first page! I love this author’s writing style. There is a twisty plot, intrigue, suspense, likeable characters, a budding romance, and an adorable dog… 5/5 stars.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fun, warm, twisty and with the comfort of old friends, this really is a series to savour.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Just the right mixture of cosiness and suspense… Read in one sitting.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wow what a book… I could not put it down.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Plenty of intrigue, twists and turns. A real murder mystery. A worthy five star read.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I was really involved in this story… and it became a riddle to solve. Some really good characters and an excellent storyline… Ended on a high!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘An absolutely epic read! Loved every page. Couldn’t get enough of this one. It kept me on the edge of my seat! Well written and interesting. Can’t wait for more… Well done!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Publication date
  • October 24, 2023