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Lipton St Faith #1-3
The Complete Lipton St. Faith Norfolk Mysteries
Anna’s quiet life in picturesque Lipton St Faith takes an unexpected turn when the postman is found dead. His death is ruled an accident, but Anna suspects foul play.
When chance brings Anna and the handsome US serviceman Eddie Elsner together, the two team up to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death.
In this 3-book box set:
BOOK 1: A DEADLY COINCIDENCE
In the sleepy village of Lipton St Faith, the villagers are getting used to their new rationing books and blackout curtains. But when the postman is found dead, suddenly the war feels much closer to home. The police rule his death an accident. But Anna knows something more sinister is at play.
BOOK 2: A DEADLY CONFESSION
In the Norfolk countryside, Anna and Eddie are enjoying a peaceful evening walk when they hear a woman scream. Moments later, a gunshot rings out. Following the sound, they are horrified to discover the lifeless body of a young woman.
BOOK 3: A DEADLY MISTAKE
A fatal car accident rattles the peaceful village of Lipton St Faith. Without any documentation, identifying the young man’s body is impossible. Then Anna hears about a young vicar from Cambridge who has gone missing. Before long, another body turns up. Eddie and Anna team up yet again to crack the case.
When chance brings Anna and the handsome US serviceman Eddie Elsner together, the two team up to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death.
In this 3-book box set:
BOOK 1: A DEADLY COINCIDENCE
In the sleepy village of Lipton St Faith, the villagers are getting used to their new rationing books and blackout curtains. But when the postman is found dead, suddenly the war feels much closer to home. The police rule his death an accident. But Anna knows something more sinister is at play.
BOOK 2: A DEADLY CONFESSION
In the Norfolk countryside, Anna and Eddie are enjoying a peaceful evening walk when they hear a woman scream. Moments later, a gunshot rings out. Following the sound, they are horrified to discover the lifeless body of a young woman.
BOOK 3: A DEADLY MISTAKE
A fatal car accident rattles the peaceful village of Lipton St Faith. Without any documentation, identifying the young man’s body is impossible. Then Anna hears about a young vicar from Cambridge who has gone missing. Before long, another body turns up. Eddie and Anna team up yet again to crack the case.
787 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 4, 2023
About the author
Keith Finney
42 books49 followersKeith Finney is a British mystery author specializing in atmospheric crime fiction deeply rooted in the landscape of Norfolk, UK. Known for blending rich regional settings with intricate puzzles, he is the creator of three distinct series that span different eras of British history:
• The Norfolk Mysteries: A contemporary cozy mystery series with a sharp edge, featuring gripping small-town secrets and amateur sleuths navigating the beautiful but treacherous East Anglian coast.
• Rex and the Dowager: A charming, traditional 1920s historical cozy mystery series capturing the elegance, class dynamics, and country-house whodunits of the Golden Age of detective fiction.
• The Lipton St Faith Mysteries: A darker, suspenseful historical cozy series set on the home front during the turbulent years of WWII.
Perfect for readers who love traditional British village mysteries, evocative historical backdrops, and complex character dynamics. If you are a fan of Joy Ellis, Faith Martin, J.R. Ellis, or Agatha Christie, you will feel right at home in Keith Finney's Norfolk.
Follow Keith to stay updated on new releases, and visit his official home at keithfinneyauthor.co.uk to discover more about his books.
• The Norfolk Mysteries: A contemporary cozy mystery series with a sharp edge, featuring gripping small-town secrets and amateur sleuths navigating the beautiful but treacherous East Anglian coast.
• Rex and the Dowager: A charming, traditional 1920s historical cozy mystery series capturing the elegance, class dynamics, and country-house whodunits of the Golden Age of detective fiction.
• The Lipton St Faith Mysteries: A darker, suspenseful historical cozy series set on the home front during the turbulent years of WWII.
Perfect for readers who love traditional British village mysteries, evocative historical backdrops, and complex character dynamics. If you are a fan of Joy Ellis, Faith Martin, J.R. Ellis, or Agatha Christie, you will feel right at home in Keith Finney's Norfolk.
Follow Keith to stay updated on new releases, and visit his official home at keithfinneyauthor.co.uk to discover more about his books.
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June 20, 2023
Good and annoying
When I say annoying I'm talking about Anna Grix. Yes it is probably a more innocent time, and yes, it's possible young women were more naive than today, but oh boy could she be annoying. She is supposed to be in her mind twenties, but she acts like someone much younger, trying to score points of the men in her life. It's not an attractive trait and if most of the men in her life had any sense they would just walk away. But gluttons for punishment that they are, they stick around for more. It does make for entertaining reading though.
When I say annoying I'm talking about Anna Grix. Yes it is probably a more innocent time, and yes, it's possible young women were more naive than today, but oh boy could she be annoying. She is supposed to be in her mind twenties, but she acts like someone much younger, trying to score points of the men in her life. It's not an attractive trait and if most of the men in her life had any sense they would just walk away. But gluttons for punishment that they are, they stick around for more. It does make for entertaining reading though.
April 4, 2024
War Time in 1940s Great Britain
This was an excellent series ! Murder, mayhem, and spies galore! More than that though are some very complex characters, wartime lovers, and fami!y loyalty. The kind of family loyalty that extends to and draws in community, old friends, and new. The writer gives us a bird's eye view of what it was like to live in war time England for the regular ordinary people and children too, and much of it was devastating to say the least. This is so good it deserves to be read and savored like the delicious series it is!
This was an excellent series ! Murder, mayhem, and spies galore! More than that though are some very complex characters, wartime lovers, and fami!y loyalty. The kind of family loyalty that extends to and draws in community, old friends, and new. The writer gives us a bird's eye view of what it was like to live in war time England for the regular ordinary people and children too, and much of it was devastating to say the least. This is so good it deserves to be read and savored like the delicious series it is!
August 15, 2023
A quiet little English Village & then…
A little English Village at the beginning of WWII- rations, the vicar’s daughter
Anna, and then murder. An American Lt & their friendship as it grows & how they figure out whom did what & why. Enter Tom the constable who helps from time to time and then an unknown spy in their mist as America is drawn into the war…
A little English Village at the beginning of WWII- rations, the vicar’s daughter
Anna, and then murder. An American Lt & their friendship as it grows & how they figure out whom did what & why. Enter Tom the constable who helps from time to time and then an unknown spy in their mist as America is drawn into the war…
August 18, 2023
Fun read!
This is a fun series to read. Sort of keeps you guessing but not a cliff hanger. I enjoyed each book very much. They seem to get better with each book, at least in my opinion. I recommend the series.
This is a fun series to read. Sort of keeps you guessing but not a cliff hanger. I enjoyed each book very much. They seem to get better with each book, at least in my opinion. I recommend the series.
September 14, 2024
The Complete Lipton St Faith Norfolk Mysteries
I enjoyed reading these mysteries. The Vicar's daughter was always curious about something. The more she looked, the more trouble she got into. It was fascinating to see how far she went for answers. Great mysteries.
I enjoyed reading these mysteries. The Vicar's daughter was always curious about something. The more she looked, the more trouble she got into. It was fascinating to see how far she went for answers. Great mysteries.
September 29, 2025
An enthralling read
A very good trilogy which transported me back into the Britain of early WW2. The characters w!ere well constructed and their interactions seemed pretty authentic. An unusual and entertaining book.
A very good trilogy which transported me back into the Britain of early WW2. The characters w!ere well constructed and their interactions seemed pretty authentic. An unusual and entertaining book.
December 11, 2023
As good as any
These books are as good as any mystery book that I've read about the second world war and I've read a lot of mystery books
These books are as good as any mystery book that I've read about the second world war and I've read a lot of mystery books
November 14, 2024
Enjoyable Series
3 very good Stories in this series set in World War II . I Really hope there will be more
3 very good Stories in this series set in World War II . I Really hope there will be more
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