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Evie Parker Mystery #19
Murder in the Chapel: A 1920s Historical Cozy Mystery
To love and to cherish, til death us do part…
Returning from town, Evie, the Countess of Woodridge, and Tom Winchester find the village buzzing with excitement. Finally, they are getting married and everyone is thrilled and eagerly awaiting the day to celebrate the long awaited nuptials.
While they play host to wedding guests arriving from near and far, they each deal with their wedding jitters, even though they know nothing and no one will stand in their way.
… anyone present who knows a reason why these persons may not lawfully marry…
If anything can interfere with their wedding plans it is bound to be something quite ominous. Something along the lines of a dead body discovered in the crypt inside the Woodridge family chapel where Tom and Evie have been practicing the wedding ceremony.
A body with a gunshot wound to the heart.
The weapon is found and provides unquestionable proof of guilt.
The Countess of Woodridge’s guilt.
Returning from town, Evie, the Countess of Woodridge, and Tom Winchester find the village buzzing with excitement. Finally, they are getting married and everyone is thrilled and eagerly awaiting the day to celebrate the long awaited nuptials.
While they play host to wedding guests arriving from near and far, they each deal with their wedding jitters, even though they know nothing and no one will stand in their way.
… anyone present who knows a reason why these persons may not lawfully marry…
If anything can interfere with their wedding plans it is bound to be something quite ominous. Something along the lines of a dead body discovered in the crypt inside the Woodridge family chapel where Tom and Evie have been practicing the wedding ceremony.
A body with a gunshot wound to the heart.
The weapon is found and provides unquestionable proof of guilt.
The Countess of Woodridge’s guilt.
- GenresCozy Mystery
200 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 30, 2023
115 people are currently reading
46 people want to read
About the author
Sonia Parin
124 books199 followersI write Cozy Mysteries: humorous historical (1920s), contemporary and paranormal.
All my books provide a 'clean' read - no swearing and no graphic violence.
These fun cozy mysteries are intended to provide lighthearted entertainment for those who enjoy quirky characters and humorous tales.
All my books provide a 'clean' read - no swearing and no graphic violence.
These fun cozy mysteries are intended to provide lighthearted entertainment for those who enjoy quirky characters and humorous tales.
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Displaying 1 - 12 of 12 reviews
July 18, 2024
No detecting...
Really sad it's another series of thoughts rather than actual detecting... Millicent is somehow not recognised because she's dressed for dinner despite multiple guests knowing who she is... come on now...
Really sad it's another series of thoughts rather than actual detecting... Millicent is somehow not recognised because she's dressed for dinner despite multiple guests knowing who she is... come on now...
September 1, 2023
Enjoyed this a lot, it might have been the best so far. I felt more love and caring between Evie & Tom this time. I also liked that the three old ladies were in the book less than in prior books. To me they are more of a distraction than an addition to the stories. Had a good ending and a surprise as to who done it.
September 3, 2023
One of the things I like best about this series is the comic relief provided by The Dowager Duchesses and Toodles. They have been in the background, almost missing from the last few books. In this entry they are back in full force. A very enjoyable way to pass a few hours. I can't wait until the next book "Murder By The Book". The only problem is that there is a long wait between new entries!
September 5, 2023
Evie and Tom are finally getting married.
That is if Evie isn't arrested for murdering the man whose body is found in the chapel on Evie's estate.
Pro's:
Developed characters, and a solid plotline.
Con's:
This entire wedding adventure over the last few books has left me scratching my head as Evie found and stole and hid the engagement ring before Tom could propose.
That is if Evie isn't arrested for murdering the man whose body is found in the chapel on Evie's estate.
Pro's:
Developed characters, and a solid plotline.
Con's:
This entire wedding adventure over the last few books has left me scratching my head as Evie found and stole and hid the engagement ring before Tom could propose.
August 31, 2023
Murder before the wedding
Enjoyed the way it kept me guessing about who the killer was. Always enjoy the many witty,slightly nutty characters who make the books such a delight. Bring on the next one.
Enjoyed the way it kept me guessing about who the killer was. Always enjoy the many witty,slightly nutty characters who make the books such a delight. Bring on the next one.
September 6, 2023
Murder in the Chapel 📕 book 19
This was a hilarious belly laugh out loud historical murder mystery romance with witty banter and saucy wit. Too many suspects and the killer leading everyone in a circle.💃🏻❣️🤣😉
This was a hilarious belly laugh out loud historical murder mystery romance with witty banter and saucy wit. Too many suspects and the killer leading everyone in a circle.💃🏻❣️🤣😉
September 10, 2023
Very disappointed
Sonia Parin has written much better Evie Parker books.
I was very disappointed, as it seemed that Ms Parin was in a rush to fill the requisite number of pages.
Such a waster - it could have been so much better.
Sonia Parin has written much better Evie Parker books.
I was very disappointed, as it seemed that Ms Parin was in a rush to fill the requisite number of pages.
Such a waster - it could have been so much better.
September 11, 2023
meh
Not my fav of the series. The premise was rather bizarre and I found answer obvious. Characters were under utilized in this book.
Not my fav of the series. The premise was rather bizarre and I found answer obvious. Characters were under utilized in this book.
September 24, 2023
Great read, love Sonia's books, always a joy to devour as quickly as possible
October 11, 2023
Finally
I wasn't sure if the wedding would act happen. Because of course, there was another murder. Solving that means happily ever after. Or does it?
I wasn't sure if the wedding would act happen. Because of course, there was another murder. Solving that means happily ever after. Or does it?
March 25, 2024
A lively little wedding
I do enjoy these books. The vast and witty conversations of each character keeps the story moving along and early onset dementia has its sad conclusion
I do enjoy these books. The vast and witty conversations of each character keeps the story moving along and early onset dementia has its sad conclusion
November 3, 2025
Neat little cozy mystery, but the humor that usually accompanies the Evie Parker books is a little subdued in this edition.
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