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DI Hillary Greene #21
Murder on the Train
Six passengers in a locked train carriage. One of them is dead. No one saw a thing.
Former Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday. For a blissful two weeks, her life will be free of murder victims, murder suspects — and, best of all, no paperwork. She’s heading for the beautiful Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, where she plans to spend her time browsing old bookshops and generally relaxing.
Hillary arrives at the picturesque Riverside Inn where the other guests are an eclectic a charming Irishman, a rich American and his spoilt daughter, a thrice-married Canadian influencer, a wealthy widow and a taciturn taxidermist.
The next day, Hillary and her fellow guests set off on a steam train ride through the stunning Cambrian Mountains. But when the train arrives at its final destination, not all the passengers get off.
One of them has been stabbed neatly and cleanly through the heart.
Which of the five passengers who shared the carriage is the killer? And how come no one saw a thing . . . ?
Former Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday. For a blissful two weeks, her life will be free of murder victims, murder suspects — and, best of all, no paperwork. She’s heading for the beautiful Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, where she plans to spend her time browsing old bookshops and generally relaxing.
Hillary arrives at the picturesque Riverside Inn where the other guests are an eclectic a charming Irishman, a rich American and his spoilt daughter, a thrice-married Canadian influencer, a wealthy widow and a taciturn taxidermist.
The next day, Hillary and her fellow guests set off on a steam train ride through the stunning Cambrian Mountains. But when the train arrives at its final destination, not all the passengers get off.
One of them has been stabbed neatly and cleanly through the heart.
Which of the five passengers who shared the carriage is the killer? And how come no one saw a thing . . . ?
263 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 22, 2024
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About the author
Faith Martin
98 books987 followersFaith Martin is a pen name of English author Jacquie Walton, who is best known for her popular detective series, starring Detective Inspector Hillary Greene.
As Joyce Cato, she writes more classically-inspired 'cosy' murder mysteries, such as the Monica Noble mystery series.
As Maxine Barry, her latest romance novels are now available from Corazon Books.
As Jessie Daniels, her 'spooky' crime novel, The Lavender Lady Casefile came out in November 2017.
As Joyce Cato, she writes more classically-inspired 'cosy' murder mysteries, such as the Monica Noble mystery series.
As Maxine Barry, her latest romance novels are now available from Corazon Books.
As Jessie Daniels, her 'spooky' crime novel, The Lavender Lady Casefile came out in November 2017.
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June 2, 2024
The 21st book in the D.I.Hillary Greene series and I have read it very much out of order but it was new and available and I could not resist.
Hillary is on holiday in Wales and joins a group going up a mountain by train. There is only room for six in a compartment, so she sits elsewhere on the train. When it reaches its destination one of the six people has been murdered and no one admits to seeing it happen. Hillary finds herself involved in helping the local police solve the crime.
I have read the first ten books and love the character of Hillary Greene. I suspect the author loves her too because she is always shown as being a smart, confident woman who basically always wins. Never more so than in this book where she passes on some of her experience in solving murders to the local police, actually solves the crime herself, and at the same time, gives as good as she gets in several fights both verbal and physical. Definitely one tough lady.
Possibly the best book I have read in the series so far and easily deserving of five stars. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.
Hillary is on holiday in Wales and joins a group going up a mountain by train. There is only room for six in a compartment, so she sits elsewhere on the train. When it reaches its destination one of the six people has been murdered and no one admits to seeing it happen. Hillary finds herself involved in helping the local police solve the crime.
I have read the first ten books and love the character of Hillary Greene. I suspect the author loves her too because she is always shown as being a smart, confident woman who basically always wins. Never more so than in this book where she passes on some of her experience in solving murders to the local police, actually solves the crime herself, and at the same time, gives as good as she gets in several fights both verbal and physical. Definitely one tough lady.
Possibly the best book I have read in the series so far and easily deserving of five stars. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.
May 31, 2024
Former DI Hillary Greene left for her two week holiday in Wales, the first she'd taken away from home in many years. She was looking forward to her stay in the luxurious B&B in Hay-on-Wye, relaxing and reading. Plus her first crime book - one written many years ago and now accepted by a publisher - was releasing at the same time. Hay-on-Wye had a number of bookshops which she planned to browse contentedly. Her old car, Puff the Tragic Wagon, behaved, after she gave him a talking to about the hills and her journey went well.
Meeting the other guests in the B&B - there were six of them - proved inconsequential, and while she didn't tell her fellow guests about herself, she soon learned things about them. The following day was a planned steam train ride up and through the picturesque Cambrian Mountains and with only six seats per carriage, Hillary left her party and joined another carriage. But when they had arrived and Hillary went back to their carriage, one of their fellow guests was dead, still sitting in the seat. Hillary soon determined it was murder, and keeping her identification to herself, had the train manager call police. She was confused though - how did none of the others notice the dead person? And would they discover the sneaky culprit?
Murder on the Train is the 21st in the DI Hillary Greene series by Faith Martin and once again I loved it. This was completely different from the usual stories, but it still has Hillary's magic threaded through the pages. She's an exceptional character and I really hope the series doesn't finish any time soon! Highly recommended.
With thanks to NetGalley & Joffe Publishers for my digital ARC to read in exchange for an honest review.
Meeting the other guests in the B&B - there were six of them - proved inconsequential, and while she didn't tell her fellow guests about herself, she soon learned things about them. The following day was a planned steam train ride up and through the picturesque Cambrian Mountains and with only six seats per carriage, Hillary left her party and joined another carriage. But when they had arrived and Hillary went back to their carriage, one of their fellow guests was dead, still sitting in the seat. Hillary soon determined it was murder, and keeping her identification to herself, had the train manager call police. She was confused though - how did none of the others notice the dead person? And would they discover the sneaky culprit?
Murder on the Train is the 21st in the DI Hillary Greene series by Faith Martin and once again I loved it. This was completely different from the usual stories, but it still has Hillary's magic threaded through the pages. She's an exceptional character and I really hope the series doesn't finish any time soon! Highly recommended.
With thanks to NetGalley & Joffe Publishers for my digital ARC to read in exchange for an honest review.
May 24, 2024
Having read most of the books in this series already, I was happy to see this title. I needed some light reading and this fulfilled my wish.
Hillary is a very steady character. Even after her retirement, and even now she's a consultant on cold cases, she's still the same person we got to know in her previous 'adventures'. It's very out of character for her to go on a holiday but she could do with a change of scenery, while also trying to drum up more interest in her recently published novel.
What attracted me was, besides the fact that I like the series, is the promise to read more about Hay-on-Wye and one of the numerous lovely little steam trains that are still in operation in Wales. I've spent a lot of wonderful holidays exactly in that area. But while the murder case in this book is certainly interesting, for me it fell short on the setting. Or maybe I just hoped for too much setting - after all, a Hillary adventure is no travel brochure.
In my digital copy not even the name of the railway is mentioned... but I think it is the Vale of Rheidol Railway.
Anyway, I liked the book because the murder was quite unexpected, and because of the old-fashioned feel overall. Hillary is only in her mid-fifties but sometimes she acts as if she's ten years older than that. And still moaning about having the last name of her good-for-nothing husband. She could have done something about that a long time ago.
This book was just what I needed and I think it's a solid and entertaining story, nicely written and with some surprises here and there.
I found this title in the Read Now section of Netgalley.
Hillary is a very steady character. Even after her retirement, and even now she's a consultant on cold cases, she's still the same person we got to know in her previous 'adventures'. It's very out of character for her to go on a holiday but she could do with a change of scenery, while also trying to drum up more interest in her recently published novel.
What attracted me was, besides the fact that I like the series, is the promise to read more about Hay-on-Wye and one of the numerous lovely little steam trains that are still in operation in Wales. I've spent a lot of wonderful holidays exactly in that area. But while the murder case in this book is certainly interesting, for me it fell short on the setting. Or maybe I just hoped for too much setting - after all, a Hillary adventure is no travel brochure.
In my digital copy not even the name of the railway is mentioned... but I think it is the Vale of Rheidol Railway.
Anyway, I liked the book because the murder was quite unexpected, and because of the old-fashioned feel overall. Hillary is only in her mid-fifties but sometimes she acts as if she's ten years older than that. And still moaning about having the last name of her good-for-nothing husband. She could have done something about that a long time ago.
This book was just what I needed and I think it's a solid and entertaining story, nicely written and with some surprises here and there.
I found this title in the Read Now section of Netgalley.
May 4, 2024
This is the 21st in the Hillary Greene mystery series. I have read about half of them. This book would work as a standalone.
Former DI Hillary Greene, now retired, has been hired by Thames Valley police as a consultant for cold cases. She lives on a narrowboat and drives a car she has tagged, “Puff the Tragic Wagon”, which gives you some insight into her character!
Hillary has also written a mystery book which is about to be published. To help promote it, she takes a holiday trip to a quaint town in Wales that is known for its bookstores. While staying at a charming inn, she embarks with six fellow guests on a nostalgic and picturesque steam train trip. When one of the group is murdered while sitting on the train, Hillary becomes involved in the investigation.
This is an Agatha Christiesque locked room mystery which the author acknowledges through Hillary’s narrative. Faith Martin writes absorbing British police procedurals and this one is no exception. The story is engrossing and entertaining with good character development. Hillary is a strong, capable individual and I really enjoy the humor expressed in Martin’s writing.
I recommend this series for fans of British police procedurals with an engaging protagonist.
Thanks to #netgalley and @joffebooks for the DRC.
Former DI Hillary Greene, now retired, has been hired by Thames Valley police as a consultant for cold cases. She lives on a narrowboat and drives a car she has tagged, “Puff the Tragic Wagon”, which gives you some insight into her character!
Hillary has also written a mystery book which is about to be published. To help promote it, she takes a holiday trip to a quaint town in Wales that is known for its bookstores. While staying at a charming inn, she embarks with six fellow guests on a nostalgic and picturesque steam train trip. When one of the group is murdered while sitting on the train, Hillary becomes involved in the investigation.
This is an Agatha Christiesque locked room mystery which the author acknowledges through Hillary’s narrative. Faith Martin writes absorbing British police procedurals and this one is no exception. The story is engrossing and entertaining with good character development. Hillary is a strong, capable individual and I really enjoy the humor expressed in Martin’s writing.
I recommend this series for fans of British police procedurals with an engaging protagonist.
Thanks to #netgalley and @joffebooks for the DRC.
June 13, 2024
This is a 3.5 🌟 read rounded ⬆️ to 4 🌟.
January 5, 2025
this was alright... it was fast-paced, which kept me turning the pages, but the druglord sub-plot felt overdone and made the rest of the story feel extraordinarily silly (like the author was trying too hard to add extra drama).
alsooo i guessed who did it immediately, and while i couldn't pinpoint the motive at first, the big reveal didn't feel surprising at all (because i was right about who did it lol).
the lack of twists or actual red herrings made the mystery feel predictable, and i think it would’ve been stronger if the plot had focused more on the characters or a more nuanced central conflict instead of leaning on cliches. still, it was a quick read and kind of fun in its own ridiculous way.
alsooo i guessed who did it immediately, and while i couldn't pinpoint the motive at first, the big reveal didn't feel surprising at all (because i was right about who did it lol).
the lack of twists or actual red herrings made the mystery feel predictable, and i think it would’ve been stronger if the plot had focused more on the characters or a more nuanced central conflict instead of leaning on cliches. still, it was a quick read and kind of fun in its own ridiculous way.
May 19, 2024
I had never read a Faith Martin book before, but I was hooked when I saw the cover, and of course the title immediately reminded me of another murder on a train by the most famous mystery writer the world has ever known.
Hillary Green is a retired detective. She still works as a civilian consultant for Thames Valley Police, where she delves into cold cases with another retired detective and an ex-soldier.
She has recently had an operation and is currently on sick leave. She decides she has earned a short holiday and heads off to Wales.
She also sees an opportunity to promote a book she has written in local bookshops.
Over the next few days, a group of hotel guests express an interest in taking a ride on a steam train, and Hillary decides to join them.
But what should have been a fun day turns into a tragedy when one of the group fails to get up from her seat on arrival. Further investigation reveals that she has been stabbed in the heart. A murder case for Hillary, who, along with the local DI Ian, tries to find out who among the guests wanted this woman out of the way.
I enjoyed the book, it reminded me very much of one of the most famous murder on a train novels, and the author happens to be one of my favourites, Agatha Christie, who is also explicitly mentioned in this book. I think this story is a kind of a nod to that novel.
Hillary is not quite as old as Miss Marple, but her brisk manner and her sharp sense of humour reminded me a lot of a younger version of her.
One by one we are introduced to the rest of the guests, one of whom must be the murderer, is it spoilt Jasmine who had a bone to pick with Imogen after her father cut off her pocket money, and why was Judith so keen to avoid a confrontation with Imogen?
Or was it Patrick, who used to work as a jockey, or Barry, a taxidermist, who wanted Imogen out of the way?
Join her on this adventuresome holiday and read how she retraces Miss Marple's footsteps and manages to solve this particular murder.
A delightful book to read, there was an Agatha Christie vibe to it, and it also gave me a sense of being away on holiday myself. I think Hillary is a wonderful person and next time she goes on holiday I'd love to carry her bags and travel with her for a while!
4 stars.
Hillary Green is a retired detective. She still works as a civilian consultant for Thames Valley Police, where she delves into cold cases with another retired detective and an ex-soldier.
She has recently had an operation and is currently on sick leave. She decides she has earned a short holiday and heads off to Wales.
She also sees an opportunity to promote a book she has written in local bookshops.
Over the next few days, a group of hotel guests express an interest in taking a ride on a steam train, and Hillary decides to join them.
But what should have been a fun day turns into a tragedy when one of the group fails to get up from her seat on arrival. Further investigation reveals that she has been stabbed in the heart. A murder case for Hillary, who, along with the local DI Ian, tries to find out who among the guests wanted this woman out of the way.
I enjoyed the book, it reminded me very much of one of the most famous murder on a train novels, and the author happens to be one of my favourites, Agatha Christie, who is also explicitly mentioned in this book. I think this story is a kind of a nod to that novel.
Hillary is not quite as old as Miss Marple, but her brisk manner and her sharp sense of humour reminded me a lot of a younger version of her.
One by one we are introduced to the rest of the guests, one of whom must be the murderer, is it spoilt Jasmine who had a bone to pick with Imogen after her father cut off her pocket money, and why was Judith so keen to avoid a confrontation with Imogen?
Or was it Patrick, who used to work as a jockey, or Barry, a taxidermist, who wanted Imogen out of the way?
Join her on this adventuresome holiday and read how she retraces Miss Marple's footsteps and manages to solve this particular murder.
A delightful book to read, there was an Agatha Christie vibe to it, and it also gave me a sense of being away on holiday myself. I think Hillary is a wonderful person and next time she goes on holiday I'd love to carry her bags and travel with her for a while!
4 stars.
May 30, 2024
Which of the five passengers who shared the carriage is the killer? And how come no one saw a thing . . . ?
This is the first book out of the Hillary Greene series that I have read. It works as a standalone book, and I don't feel that I have missed anything that would take away from the story. It is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good murder mystery.
The book is well written and nicely paced. I liked the host of characters and trying to figure out Whodunit! I also liked the setting of Hay-on-Wye. This is a place I'm yet to visit, and the author did a great job of setting the scene. I also liked the murder in plain sight theme as it became a puzzle that needed to be solved.
The only thing I didn't really like was the way the murderer was revealed. I won't ruin it by going into detail, but it fell a bit flat for me but I do think thats just bevause I was expecting it to done a different way. However, I enjoyed it overall and will definitely give other books in the series a go!
With thanks to Netgalley, and Faith Martin for providing an ARC of this book. This is my honest review that I'm leaving voluntarily.
This is the first book out of the Hillary Greene series that I have read. It works as a standalone book, and I don't feel that I have missed anything that would take away from the story. It is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good murder mystery.
The book is well written and nicely paced. I liked the host of characters and trying to figure out Whodunit! I also liked the setting of Hay-on-Wye. This is a place I'm yet to visit, and the author did a great job of setting the scene. I also liked the murder in plain sight theme as it became a puzzle that needed to be solved.
The only thing I didn't really like was the way the murderer was revealed. I won't ruin it by going into detail, but it fell a bit flat for me but I do think thats just bevause I was expecting it to done a different way. However, I enjoyed it overall and will definitely give other books in the series a go!
With thanks to Netgalley, and Faith Martin for providing an ARC of this book. This is my honest review that I'm leaving voluntarily.
May 4, 2024
This was my first DI Hilary Greene, read, but I very much enjoyed it. I don't think I missed anything from the previous books. I really enjoyed how Hilary worked with Officer Jones. The story wasn't unique, but it did feel refreshing, which was nice. And like with any other murder mystery book, I didn't see it coming who the killer was.
Thank you, NetGalley, Joffee Books, and Faith Martin, for this early copy. All opinions are my own.
Thank you, NetGalley, Joffee Books, and Faith Martin, for this early copy. All opinions are my own.
May 10, 2024
Hillary takes a well-earned vacation while also drumming up some business for her new book. While there, she encounters some various characters also staying at her hotel. When they all decide to venture on a trip on a train and one ends up murdered, Hillary finds herself having a bit of a busman's holiday.
As usual, this is a stylish read. Engrossing as ever, Hillary teams up with the local DI in an advisory sort of role yet somehow finds herself a target for a local drug boss who deems her to be a threat to his business plans. This was another page-turner and I'm keen to see what lies in store for Hillary next. Not another holiday, that's for sure!
My thanks to Joffe Books for a copy of this and this is my honest review.
As usual, this is a stylish read. Engrossing as ever, Hillary teams up with the local DI in an advisory sort of role yet somehow finds herself a target for a local drug boss who deems her to be a threat to his business plans. This was another page-turner and I'm keen to see what lies in store for Hillary next. Not another holiday, that's for sure!
My thanks to Joffe Books for a copy of this and this is my honest review.
July 25, 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed this actually.
Read most of this ona train.
Would recomend, women in power which is what we like to see !
Read most of this ona train.
Would recomend, women in power which is what we like to see !
June 11, 2024
The seven guests at The Riverside Inn decide to take a train journey. Hillary Greene is in a different carriage to the others and at the end of the journey she finds one of them dead, stabbed. But how, why and by whom was she killed. DI Ian Jones and his team investigate aided by Hillary.
An entertaining and well-written modern mystery with its likeable main character. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
An entertaining and well-written modern mystery with its likeable main character. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
June 19, 2024
time for hillary to retire
after reading most of her books i feel this one was dull, repetitive and king of boring.
hillary is getting old and her adventures are less and less believable. time for retirement.
after reading most of her books i feel this one was dull, repetitive and king of boring.
hillary is getting old and her adventures are less and less believable. time for retirement.
July 15, 2024
Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday – and ends up entangled in another murder investigation in Faith Martin’s latest nail-biting mystery, Murder on the Train.
Hillary is counting down the days until her trip to Wales. For two whole weeks, she doesn’t have to worry about paperwork, catching criminals or interrogating suspects as she’s off to Hay-On-Wye to spend a fortnight doing nothing more taxing other than browsing in old bookshops, taking in the sights and relaxing. Recharging her batteries and taking some time out from the hustle and bustle of her daily life is what Hillary is looking forward to most. But the detective should know by now that wherever she goes, trouble is sure to follow.
Arriving at the picturesque Riverside Inn, Hillary meets the other guests who are an eclectic bunch. From a charming Irishman to a rich American and his thrive-divorced Canadian influencer daughter and a taxidermist, Hillary’s fellow guests are enough to have her reaching for the safety of her book. The following day, they all head off on an excursion on a stream train where they will be riding through the Cambrian mountains. However, when the train arrives at the final destination, one particular passenger is stabbed through the heart!
None of the guests saw anything, but Hillary knows that one of them is responsible and she is determined to solve this mystery before the killer strikes again!
Faith Martin is at the top of her game with Murder on the Train. A fast-paced, exciting and unpredictable whodunnit that is a struggle to put down, this modern day homage to the Agatha Christie classic Murder on the Orient Express is a superb crime novel that kept me guessing till the end. A fun, entertaining and hugely enjoyable page-turner, Hillary Greene is always great value and with Murder on the Train, Faith Martin has written another best-seller readers will not want to miss.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Hillary is counting down the days until her trip to Wales. For two whole weeks, she doesn’t have to worry about paperwork, catching criminals or interrogating suspects as she’s off to Hay-On-Wye to spend a fortnight doing nothing more taxing other than browsing in old bookshops, taking in the sights and relaxing. Recharging her batteries and taking some time out from the hustle and bustle of her daily life is what Hillary is looking forward to most. But the detective should know by now that wherever she goes, trouble is sure to follow.
Arriving at the picturesque Riverside Inn, Hillary meets the other guests who are an eclectic bunch. From a charming Irishman to a rich American and his thrive-divorced Canadian influencer daughter and a taxidermist, Hillary’s fellow guests are enough to have her reaching for the safety of her book. The following day, they all head off on an excursion on a stream train where they will be riding through the Cambrian mountains. However, when the train arrives at the final destination, one particular passenger is stabbed through the heart!
None of the guests saw anything, but Hillary knows that one of them is responsible and she is determined to solve this mystery before the killer strikes again!
Faith Martin is at the top of her game with Murder on the Train. A fast-paced, exciting and unpredictable whodunnit that is a struggle to put down, this modern day homage to the Agatha Christie classic Murder on the Orient Express is a superb crime novel that kept me guessing till the end. A fun, entertaining and hugely enjoyable page-turner, Hillary Greene is always great value and with Murder on the Train, Faith Martin has written another best-seller readers will not want to miss.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 2, 2024
This was my first book in this series and I wasn’t sure what to expect.
I was pleasantly surprised by the first half of the book. The premise was interesting, a locked door whodunit involving six people in one train car. The protagonist, Hillary Green, was a well crafted character. She’s smart, confident, and engaging, and it was enjoyable getting to know her and seeing how her mind worked. The remaining cast of characters were also entertaining and it was interesting to see parts of the story play out from their points of view.
Unfortunately, the book took a turn in the second half when the main focus drifted away from the murder investigation to a secondary storyline about a criminal mastermind trying to use one of the murder suspects to expand his criminal empire. It became less about the investigation and more about him, his minions, and his plans to remove any obstacles that stood in the way of that expansion. We’re left with a somewhat disappointing ending to the murder investigation with Hillary simply emailing the identity of the murderer, along with clues on how to find evidence against him, to the investigator in charge.
This can be read as a stand alone and it didn’t feel like anything was missed not having read the previous installments of the series. The first half of the book was enjoyable, but it lost the plot in the second half. If the same thread of energy that we saw in the first half had continued through into the second half this probably would have been a 3 star read for me.
Thanks NetGally and Joffe Books for the advanced copy.
I was pleasantly surprised by the first half of the book. The premise was interesting, a locked door whodunit involving six people in one train car. The protagonist, Hillary Green, was a well crafted character. She’s smart, confident, and engaging, and it was enjoyable getting to know her and seeing how her mind worked. The remaining cast of characters were also entertaining and it was interesting to see parts of the story play out from their points of view.
Unfortunately, the book took a turn in the second half when the main focus drifted away from the murder investigation to a secondary storyline about a criminal mastermind trying to use one of the murder suspects to expand his criminal empire. It became less about the investigation and more about him, his minions, and his plans to remove any obstacles that stood in the way of that expansion. We’re left with a somewhat disappointing ending to the murder investigation with Hillary simply emailing the identity of the murderer, along with clues on how to find evidence against him, to the investigator in charge.
This can be read as a stand alone and it didn’t feel like anything was missed not having read the previous installments of the series. The first half of the book was enjoyable, but it lost the plot in the second half. If the same thread of energy that we saw in the first half had continued through into the second half this probably would have been a 3 star read for me.
Thanks NetGally and Joffe Books for the advanced copy.
July 10, 2024
Great story with the semi retired h still solving murder mysteries. I really liked how she mentored the rather forlorne local policeman. Seeing her kindness just added to what is a great series, maybe her final story.
September 14, 2024
Hillary is taking a long overdue holiday in Wales, and is staying at a charming small hotel. When she meets the other six guests, they suggest a local steam train excursion, and Hillary agrees. Each train coach holds only six passengers, so Hillary chooses another coach. She is shocked when the train stops and one of her fellow hotel guests has been murdered, a familiar locked room trope. The guests each have secrets, but who would actually commit murder? Hillary is asked by the Welsh team to assist, and of course she does.
May 28, 2024
I received an ARC of this book via Joffe Books in return for an honest review.
I’ve read all the books in this series and enjoyed them but this one was a bit disappointing I’m afraid. It seemed a bit slow and didn’t quite get going for me.
I’ve read all the books in this series and enjoyed them but this one was a bit disappointing I’m afraid. It seemed a bit slow and didn’t quite get going for me.
May 29, 2024
Three and a half stars.
Retired Hillary Greene is recovering from surgery and decides to take a holiday to Hay-on-Wye in Wales where she can also tout her first novel which has just been published (Hay-on-Wye having a large number of book shops and an annual literary festival). Staying at a modest bed and breakfast establishment, her fellow guests are an unusual group.
When one of the guests announces that they are going to take a nearby scenic steam train journey up into the mountains, all the other guests decide it sounds delightful and decide to make it a group outing. Never the most gregarious of women, when the carriage isn't large enough to accommodate all of the guests, Hillary quickly volunteers to sit in another carriage. When they reach the end of the line, all the passengers except one get off the train, one of Hillary's fellow guests has been murdered but no-one else in the carriage saw anything!
As always, this was well written, however I can't help but feel that the identification of the murderer and their motive was a bit obscure. I prefer a mystery where the reader can either guess the murderer or at least think they saw all the clues but didn't put them together whereas with this mystery (in my opinion) the murderer/motive came out of nowhere.
I think/hope that this was an intellectual challenge for Faith Martin, along the 'can I write a locked room Agatha Christie style murder mystery?' and that normal service will be resumed.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
Also available on Kindle Unlimited.
Retired Hillary Greene is recovering from surgery and decides to take a holiday to Hay-on-Wye in Wales where she can also tout her first novel which has just been published (Hay-on-Wye having a large number of book shops and an annual literary festival). Staying at a modest bed and breakfast establishment, her fellow guests are an unusual group.
When one of the guests announces that they are going to take a nearby scenic steam train journey up into the mountains, all the other guests decide it sounds delightful and decide to make it a group outing. Never the most gregarious of women, when the carriage isn't large enough to accommodate all of the guests, Hillary quickly volunteers to sit in another carriage. When they reach the end of the line, all the passengers except one get off the train, one of Hillary's fellow guests has been murdered but no-one else in the carriage saw anything!
As always, this was well written, however I can't help but feel that the identification of the murderer and their motive was a bit obscure. I prefer a mystery where the reader can either guess the murderer or at least think they saw all the clues but didn't put them together whereas with this mystery (in my opinion) the murderer/motive came out of nowhere.
I think/hope that this was an intellectual challenge for Faith Martin, along the 'can I write a locked room Agatha Christie style murder mystery?' and that normal service will be resumed.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
Also available on Kindle Unlimited.
June 1, 2024
I have read several of the other reviews and many make a good point, even though negative. However, I really like Faith Martin and her Hillary Greene stories. There are a few things that could be better. The ending was fairly abrupt, but even if not her best, it was better than so many other authors.
She did a nice job of updating Hillary's health and aging and how she is adjusting to her retirement.
I hope the author continues to write and isn't deterred by negative reviews.
She did a nice job of updating Hillary's health and aging and how she is adjusting to her retirement.
I hope the author continues to write and isn't deterred by negative reviews.
June 1, 2024
I’ve enjoyed all the previous Hillary Greene books. This one was a bit of a disappointment. It was a though the author had become fed up writing the book and in the last couple of chapters wrapped the whole thing up with Hillary writing up her take on whodunnit and emailing it to the officer in charge of the investigation. I felt this was a very lazy way of telling us the what had happened and why. As I say, disappointing after enjoying the previous books.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 12, 2024
I have read books by this author before but not in this series. It was ok. It was relatively fast paced but I found that I didn’t connect with any of the characters and this resulted in me not really caring who had done it.
June 8, 2024
Murder on the train
Although I love DI Hillary crime stories, this one did not do it for me. I can't put my finger on exactly why. I do recommend all the other books though.
Although I love DI Hillary crime stories, this one did not do it for me. I can't put my finger on exactly why. I do recommend all the other books though.
April 25, 2025
I was so excited when I saw there were new Hillary Greene books. Back in my KU addicted days, I read the whole series in under three months, I was so obsessed.
It's been a few years since that flurry of activity and I don't know if it's rose-tinged nostalgia glasses but this was so disappointing? She's gone from being a compelling character to a bit of a know-it-all, holier than thou, who always knows the perfect thing to say and mysteriously knows everything, and has infinite resources of experiences/hobbies. In one of the books, she randomly has the power of recognising a rare, random bird from a good distance away, noting how tiny it is... but she is also continuously lamenting her fading eyesight due to age and not being able to see that far and resenting the need for glasses. She alone seems to notice VERY BLATANT or EXTREMELY SUBTLE clues, and the rest of her team remain clueless and trust her blindly, noting that she is an omnipresent deity in the criminal world.
Further, I have found that in three of the four new books, I picked up on the clue that denoted the killer and the reason the second it was dropped, very early on in the book. I'm not sure if that's because I'm a bit of an omnipresent deity myself, or the writing has become quite heavy handed, but unfortunately I think this series or this author is no longer for me. The repeated info-dumping (which always praised Hillary Greene's past, multiple times per book, with each character having to individually realise that she was a quite good looking, ridiculously intelligent, well-respected professional), the repeated jokes about Puff the Crap Wagon, and the random head-hopping, sometimes multiple times on a page, frustrated me enough to pull me out of the story.
I'm sure it didn't help that I read all four of the new books within 3 days, which no doubt compounded the above frustrations.
It's sad, because I really loved this series and was so happy when I saw they were back, and part of me wants to read some of the original series to see if I'm misremembering how good they were... but I truly LOVED Hillary Greene's character originally, and much like my old college boyfriend, we have clearly grown up and apart, and it's time to move on. I would still recommend these books to other, less critical and voracious readers of crime. I'm sure my mother would be awed by the criminal each time, but I personally need something different from my mysteries, moving forward.
This book was the worst of the new lot in my opinion, with its heavy reliance on Murder on the Orient Express gimmick, but while also really creating a very unrealistic murder scenario. And then adding in a second murder attempt/crime, while failing to develop the original crime or suspects or characters. I couldn't even remember the descriptions of half the cast, other than the stereotypical Irish Man Jockey, the Old American Rich Dad and Spoiled American Rich Daughter. It all felt like a tired attempt at creating characters by relying on blatant stereotypes instead of actual creativity and development.
Had to speed read through about 60% of it so I could conclude it and properly remove it from my brain and kindle, and was genuinely cranky about it the whole time.
It's been a few years since that flurry of activity and I don't know if it's rose-tinged nostalgia glasses but this was so disappointing? She's gone from being a compelling character to a bit of a know-it-all, holier than thou, who always knows the perfect thing to say and mysteriously knows everything, and has infinite resources of experiences/hobbies. In one of the books, she randomly has the power of recognising a rare, random bird from a good distance away, noting how tiny it is... but she is also continuously lamenting her fading eyesight due to age and not being able to see that far and resenting the need for glasses. She alone seems to notice VERY BLATANT or EXTREMELY SUBTLE clues, and the rest of her team remain clueless and trust her blindly, noting that she is an omnipresent deity in the criminal world.
Further, I have found that in three of the four new books, I picked up on the clue that denoted the killer and the reason the second it was dropped, very early on in the book. I'm not sure if that's because I'm a bit of an omnipresent deity myself, or the writing has become quite heavy handed, but unfortunately I think this series or this author is no longer for me. The repeated info-dumping (which always praised Hillary Greene's past, multiple times per book, with each character having to individually realise that she was a quite good looking, ridiculously intelligent, well-respected professional), the repeated jokes about Puff the Crap Wagon, and the random head-hopping, sometimes multiple times on a page, frustrated me enough to pull me out of the story.
I'm sure it didn't help that I read all four of the new books within 3 days, which no doubt compounded the above frustrations.
It's sad, because I really loved this series and was so happy when I saw they were back, and part of me wants to read some of the original series to see if I'm misremembering how good they were... but I truly LOVED Hillary Greene's character originally, and much like my old college boyfriend, we have clearly grown up and apart, and it's time to move on. I would still recommend these books to other, less critical and voracious readers of crime. I'm sure my mother would be awed by the criminal each time, but I personally need something different from my mysteries, moving forward.
This book was the worst of the new lot in my opinion, with its heavy reliance on Murder on the Orient Express gimmick, but while also really creating a very unrealistic murder scenario. And then adding in a second murder attempt/crime, while failing to develop the original crime or suspects or characters. I couldn't even remember the descriptions of half the cast, other than the stereotypical Irish Man Jockey, the Old American Rich Dad and Spoiled American Rich Daughter. It all felt like a tired attempt at creating characters by relying on blatant stereotypes instead of actual creativity and development.
Had to speed read through about 60% of it so I could conclude it and properly remove it from my brain and kindle, and was genuinely cranky about it the whole time.
June 9, 2024
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC.
“Murder on the Train” by Faith Martin is a riveting addition to the DI Hillary Greene series, marking its 21st installment with a mystery that is as engaging as it is enigmatic. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, the novel takes readers on a journey through the stunning Cambrian Mountains aboard a steam train—a journey that promises relaxation but delivers a murder most foul.
Faith Martin, under the pen name of Jacquie Walton, has crafted a narrative that is both classic and contemporary in its approach to crime fiction. The story begins with the former Detective Hillary Greene embarking on a holiday, seeking respite from the world of crime, only to find herself in the midst of a perplexing murder case. A locked train carriage, six passengers, and a murder that occurs in plain sight yet unseen, sets the stage for a tale that is reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s closed-room mysteries.
The strength of Martin’s writing lies in her protagonist—Hillary Greene. Greene is portrayed as a smart, confident, and methodical detective who, despite her civilian status, becomes an invaluable asset to the local police. Her interactions with the eclectic group of characters—a charming Irishman, a wealthy American and his daughter, a Canadian influencer, a widow, and a taxidermist—reveal the depth of her experience and her ability to navigate the complexities of human nature.
The novel excels in its character development, with each suspect fleshed out with motives and secrets that keep the reader guessing until the very end. The setting of the novel is a character in itself, with the Welsh countryside providing a serene yet suspenseful atmosphere to the unfolding drama.
“Murder on the Train” is a testament to Martin’s ability to weave a compelling narrative that is both familiar and fresh. The locked carriage mystery is a trope well-trodden, yet Martin manages to infuse it with new life, ensuring that readers are kept on the edge of their seats. The book is a perfect blend of a cozy mystery and a police procedural, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
“Murder on the Train” is a delightful and thrilling read that pays homage to the golden age of mystery while firmly planting itself in the present. It is a story that will appeal to long-time fans of the series and newcomers alike, offering a puzzle that is as satisfying to solve as it is to read. Faith Martin’s latest work is a shining example of what makes her one of the most beloved authors in crime fiction today.
“Murder on the Train” by Faith Martin is a riveting addition to the DI Hillary Greene series, marking its 21st installment with a mystery that is as engaging as it is enigmatic. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, the novel takes readers on a journey through the stunning Cambrian Mountains aboard a steam train—a journey that promises relaxation but delivers a murder most foul.
Faith Martin, under the pen name of Jacquie Walton, has crafted a narrative that is both classic and contemporary in its approach to crime fiction. The story begins with the former Detective Hillary Greene embarking on a holiday, seeking respite from the world of crime, only to find herself in the midst of a perplexing murder case. A locked train carriage, six passengers, and a murder that occurs in plain sight yet unseen, sets the stage for a tale that is reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s closed-room mysteries.
The strength of Martin’s writing lies in her protagonist—Hillary Greene. Greene is portrayed as a smart, confident, and methodical detective who, despite her civilian status, becomes an invaluable asset to the local police. Her interactions with the eclectic group of characters—a charming Irishman, a wealthy American and his daughter, a Canadian influencer, a widow, and a taxidermist—reveal the depth of her experience and her ability to navigate the complexities of human nature.
The novel excels in its character development, with each suspect fleshed out with motives and secrets that keep the reader guessing until the very end. The setting of the novel is a character in itself, with the Welsh countryside providing a serene yet suspenseful atmosphere to the unfolding drama.
“Murder on the Train” is a testament to Martin’s ability to weave a compelling narrative that is both familiar and fresh. The locked carriage mystery is a trope well-trodden, yet Martin manages to infuse it with new life, ensuring that readers are kept on the edge of their seats. The book is a perfect blend of a cozy mystery and a police procedural, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
“Murder on the Train” is a delightful and thrilling read that pays homage to the golden age of mystery while firmly planting itself in the present. It is a story that will appeal to long-time fans of the series and newcomers alike, offering a puzzle that is as satisfying to solve as it is to read. Faith Martin’s latest work is a shining example of what makes her one of the most beloved authors in crime fiction today.
June 5, 2024
Whilst convalescing from surgery and away from her job as a civilian consultant to the Crime Review Team at Thames Valley Police HQ in Kidlington, ex DI Hillary Greene has had the opportunity to work on a crime fiction novel submitted to a publisher years ago and after now five months the finished book is due for publication. What better way to spend her summer holidays promoting “The Farringdon Conundrum” whilst browsing the multitude of book shops in the picturesque Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, and so Hillary has booked into the bijou Riverside Inn hotel for two weeks. With only a handful of other guests she soon learns more about the diverse collection of people there – jovial Irish ex jockey Patrick, quiet Midlander Barry, wealthy American Jasper Van Paulen and his spoilt brat of a daughter Jasmine, elegant elderly Imogen Muir and chic Canadian influencer Belinda John-Jacques. All seven of them, including Hillary, decide to take a trip on a steam train up through the Cambrian Mountains to the ominous sounding Beggar’s Leap but it’s not long before Hillary finds herself on a busman’s holiday when she discovers one of her party murdered on the train. With Hillary having travelled in a separate compartment, the only possibly is that one of the other five members of the group who shared the small carriage is a killer but who could have carried out such a brazen crime where no one appeared to see a thing and most importantly why? Soon Hillary finds herself co-opted onto the investigation team assisting DI Ian Jones and giving him the benefit of her vast experience. Will they manage to solve this rather baffling crime where everyone seems to be keeping secrets?
This is a great cosy murder mystery story with some nice humour and I, for one, am happy to see this very enjoyable series being extended. Without her usual team, Hillary gets the opportunity to relive her former career and work on a live murder case, and it was nice to see her being at the forefront of the action using her detective skills and showing what she’s made of. This is a great locked room type mystery with plenty of twists and puzzling clues to be pieced together in a series that never fails to please.
This is a great cosy murder mystery story with some nice humour and I, for one, am happy to see this very enjoyable series being extended. Without her usual team, Hillary gets the opportunity to relive her former career and work on a live murder case, and it was nice to see her being at the forefront of the action using her detective skills and showing what she’s made of. This is a great locked room type mystery with plenty of twists and puzzling clues to be pieced together in a series that never fails to please.
May 9, 2024
Hilary wrote a mystery book several years before and it is now being published. She decides to take a vacation in Hay on wye in Wales to browse the book stores and and possibly get some interest in he book. She is staying in a small guest house with only six other guests. And then Hillary finds that her best laid plans need a lot of alteration. At dinner all those staying at the guest house agree to go on a train trip to the mountains the next day. They arrive at the train station, and find there are only 6 seats per room, so Hillary leaves the others and goes to another car. When they get off the train, Hillary notes that the older woman, Imogen, has not gotten off the train. When Hillary checks the train car, she finds Imogen dead, and tells a uniformed man to call the police. When DI Ian Jones arrives at the train, he already knows about her past work and is ready for her help. They are all taken to the police station, and Hillary is then taken to the hotel where Judith the hotel owner tells her the police have asked her to pack a change of clothes for everyone but her.
The guests are returned the hotel, and Hillary continues to work with DI Jones. The question is which of the other five guests is the murderer, the wealthy American or his spoiled daughter who is getting drugs from an illegal seller in town, or the Irishman who had been a jockey, or Barry who didn't have much to say to anyone, or the three times divorced Canadian woman. Hillary talks with Ian daily as well as finding out more about the other guests. Soon there is a problem with Jessica's drug supplier who doesn't want anyone to get in the way of his sales. Hillary manages to get herself into more than one dangerous position, but together, Ian and Hillary finally close the case.
This is a great addition to the series. I thank Netgalley and Joffe Books for the ARC so that I could read it before publication.
The guests are returned the hotel, and Hillary continues to work with DI Jones. The question is which of the other five guests is the murderer, the wealthy American or his spoiled daughter who is getting drugs from an illegal seller in town, or the Irishman who had been a jockey, or Barry who didn't have much to say to anyone, or the three times divorced Canadian woman. Hillary talks with Ian daily as well as finding out more about the other guests. Soon there is a problem with Jessica's drug supplier who doesn't want anyone to get in the way of his sales. Hillary manages to get herself into more than one dangerous position, but together, Ian and Hillary finally close the case.
This is a great addition to the series. I thank Netgalley and Joffe Books for the ARC so that I could read it before publication.
May 22, 2024
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Faith Martin for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for Murder on the Train coming out May 29, 2024. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Six passengers in a locked train carriage. One of them is dead. No one saw a thing.
Former Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday. For a blissful two weeks, her life will be free of murder victims, murder suspects — and, best of all, no paperwork. She’s heading for the beautiful Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, where she plans to spend her time browsing old bookshops and generally relaxing.
Hillary arrives at the picturesque Riverside Inn where she finds the residents an eclectic bunch: a charming Irishman, a rich American and his spoilt daughter, a thrice-married Canadian influencer, a wealthy widow and a taciturn taxidermist.
The next day, Hillary and her fellow guests set off on a steam train ride through the stunning Cambrian Mountains. But when the train arrives at its final destination, not all the passengers get off.
One of them has been stabbed neatly and cleanly through the heart.
I’ve read another book by this author and really loved it. I didn’t realize this was a book in a long series. I haven’t read the other ones. I loved the cast of characters. It was fun they all came from different backgrounds. Murders on trains is always a fun genre to me. Reminds me of Agatha Christie. Of course it always ruins a good vacation. Hillary was a strong character. I really enjoyed the mystery. I thought it would be a little cozier, but it was really good. I would definitely check out more books by this author.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys train murder mysteries!
Six passengers in a locked train carriage. One of them is dead. No one saw a thing.
Former Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday. For a blissful two weeks, her life will be free of murder victims, murder suspects — and, best of all, no paperwork. She’s heading for the beautiful Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, where she plans to spend her time browsing old bookshops and generally relaxing.
Hillary arrives at the picturesque Riverside Inn where she finds the residents an eclectic bunch: a charming Irishman, a rich American and his spoilt daughter, a thrice-married Canadian influencer, a wealthy widow and a taciturn taxidermist.
The next day, Hillary and her fellow guests set off on a steam train ride through the stunning Cambrian Mountains. But when the train arrives at its final destination, not all the passengers get off.
One of them has been stabbed neatly and cleanly through the heart.
I’ve read another book by this author and really loved it. I didn’t realize this was a book in a long series. I haven’t read the other ones. I loved the cast of characters. It was fun they all came from different backgrounds. Murders on trains is always a fun genre to me. Reminds me of Agatha Christie. Of course it always ruins a good vacation. Hillary was a strong character. I really enjoyed the mystery. I thought it would be a little cozier, but it was really good. I would definitely check out more books by this author.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys train murder mysteries!
May 26, 2024
Murder On The Train
By: Faith Martin
Genre: Mystery/Detective Mystery
Pub Date: May 29, 2024!
I actually found this book while on @netgalley and was able to download an immediate advanced copy from @joffebooks. Murder On The Train is actually the 21st book in Faith Martin's series featuring D.I. Hillary Greene. This series takes place in the UK, and in this story, specifically the beautiful landscape of Wales.
Retired 50 year-old D.I. Greene is on a much needed holiday after writing her first detective novel (based on a former case of hers), and finds herself at a beautiful Inn in the Welsh countryside. Six other guests are also staying at this inn, and all decide to embark on a train ride up to Beggar's Peak. When they all arrive at their destination, one passenger does not leave the train, as she was murdered on the journey, somehow in plain sight!
Hillary Greene is compelled to use her detective skills to assist local D.I. Ian Jones in this 'locked room' mystery to figure out who knew the victim, Imogen Muir, since all the passengers did not appear to have known her previously. Will Hillary be able to keep her former job a secret while working covertly to solve the case, or will her past make her another target for the murderer??
Opinion:
This was a very enjoyable detective mystery! It was not necessary to have read the previous Hillary Greene cases to enjoy this book. I loved her as a former detective and she had major Poirot vibes, but with a more modern twist. Her set of skills and intellect were fun to follow, with her big reveal at the end a very satisfying resolution! I would definitely like to go back and read the author's previous novels. A solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!
By: Faith Martin
Genre: Mystery/Detective Mystery
Pub Date: May 29, 2024!
I actually found this book while on @netgalley and was able to download an immediate advanced copy from @joffebooks. Murder On The Train is actually the 21st book in Faith Martin's series featuring D.I. Hillary Greene. This series takes place in the UK, and in this story, specifically the beautiful landscape of Wales.
Retired 50 year-old D.I. Greene is on a much needed holiday after writing her first detective novel (based on a former case of hers), and finds herself at a beautiful Inn in the Welsh countryside. Six other guests are also staying at this inn, and all decide to embark on a train ride up to Beggar's Peak. When they all arrive at their destination, one passenger does not leave the train, as she was murdered on the journey, somehow in plain sight!
Hillary Greene is compelled to use her detective skills to assist local D.I. Ian Jones in this 'locked room' mystery to figure out who knew the victim, Imogen Muir, since all the passengers did not appear to have known her previously. Will Hillary be able to keep her former job a secret while working covertly to solve the case, or will her past make her another target for the murderer??
Opinion:
This was a very enjoyable detective mystery! It was not necessary to have read the previous Hillary Greene cases to enjoy this book. I loved her as a former detective and she had major Poirot vibes, but with a more modern twist. Her set of skills and intellect were fun to follow, with her big reveal at the end a very satisfying resolution! I would definitely like to go back and read the author's previous novels. A solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!
May 23, 2024
Hillary is taking a well-earned holiday, staying at a hotel at Ross on Wye, hoping to find time to write more of her detective novel. She decides that along with some of her fellow guests there, they will go for a day trip out on a steam train. So, sharing cars, this group of people make their way across South Wales to join the train as it travels through the Cambrian mountains. As there are more passengers than seats in their small party, Hillary decides to sit in another carriage. On arrival at the final stop on the line, everyone gets off the train, and Hillary wonders why one person, a lady probably in her seventies, is still on the train. She gets on to find out if she is feeling OK, but unfortunately, she will never feel OK again, as she has most definitely died, apparently from a fatal stab wound to the heart. Hillary with the
her "police hat" on immediately takes charge, summoning over a member of station staff and getting him to call the local police.
Now it's a matter of "who, why, what?"
Even during the first third of the book, accusations are beginning to fly, and you find yourself wondering if they do it? Or is it just a ruse! As Hillary speaks to all the hotel guests who were on the train, other revelations come out, and family secrets are discovered.
Fans of Agatha Christie novels will certainly love this. It's easy to read, fairly fast-paced, and certainly draws you into the storyline from the very beginning and keeps your attention throughout. I loved that the crime took place on a heritage steam railway. These always appear to be such sedate and quiet locations. A five-star read from me.
her "police hat" on immediately takes charge, summoning over a member of station staff and getting him to call the local police.
Now it's a matter of "who, why, what?"
Even during the first third of the book, accusations are beginning to fly, and you find yourself wondering if they do it? Or is it just a ruse! As Hillary speaks to all the hotel guests who were on the train, other revelations come out, and family secrets are discovered.
Fans of Agatha Christie novels will certainly love this. It's easy to read, fairly fast-paced, and certainly draws you into the storyline from the very beginning and keeps your attention throughout. I loved that the crime took place on a heritage steam railway. These always appear to be such sedate and quiet locations. A five-star read from me.
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