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January 30, 2025
Maisie Cooper is asked to visit her old employers at their guesthouse in the small village of Trout Leap in Devon to help them with an issue that could lead to murder. When Maisie gets to Trout Leap there are various mutters about a gold mine in the nearby hills and an imminent meeting, but no-one seems willing to explain what is happening. In the interim, Maisie amuses herself by getting acquainted with the other residents of the village which she sets out in a letter to her fiancé (who is a policeman) as a cast of characters, together with a map of the village.
Two further guests arrive at the guesthouse, but Maisie is convinced that there is something 'odd' about them, did they really meet on the train down or were they acquainted before? In particular, the male guest's vague statements about his profession rouse Maisie's suspicions.
Out walking one day, Maisie discovers the body of a young woman from the village, daughter of the local railway worker, who has the intelligence of a child. She has been murdered. The whole village knew that the girl liked to wander off, particularly at night, so the suspicion is that she may have seen something she shouldn't have. With only a half-witted local PC to investigate, Maisie feels drawn to solve the murder.
I read the first book in this series and whilst I enjoyed the mystery and the limitations imposed on an investigation when it is set in the 1970s (no mobile phones, no internet etc) I felt that the author went overboard mentioning every little thing that happened eg the oil crisis, electricity cuts, Maxwell House instant coffee, decimalisation etc). Unfortunately, I feel that he has done the same here, whether it is talking about British Rail, Britain entering the EU, the Black and White Minstrel show, or Angel Delight. Also, the way in which he interspersed Maisie's internal musings with his own explanation of what was happening felt 'off'.
Overall, this was pleasant enough but I don't think I will be reading any more in the series.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
Available on Kindle Unlimited.
Two further guests arrive at the guesthouse, but Maisie is convinced that there is something 'odd' about them, did they really meet on the train down or were they acquainted before? In particular, the male guest's vague statements about his profession rouse Maisie's suspicions.
Out walking one day, Maisie discovers the body of a young woman from the village, daughter of the local railway worker, who has the intelligence of a child. She has been murdered. The whole village knew that the girl liked to wander off, particularly at night, so the suspicion is that she may have seen something she shouldn't have. With only a half-witted local PC to investigate, Maisie feels drawn to solve the murder.
I read the first book in this series and whilst I enjoyed the mystery and the limitations imposed on an investigation when it is set in the 1970s (no mobile phones, no internet etc) I felt that the author went overboard mentioning every little thing that happened eg the oil crisis, electricity cuts, Maxwell House instant coffee, decimalisation etc). Unfortunately, I feel that he has done the same here, whether it is talking about British Rail, Britain entering the EU, the Black and White Minstrel show, or Angel Delight. Also, the way in which he interspersed Maisie's internal musings with his own explanation of what was happening felt 'off'.
Overall, this was pleasant enough but I don't think I will be reading any more in the series.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
Available on Kindle Unlimited.
January 24, 2025
Amateur sleuth Maisie Cooper had hoped for a peaceful weekend at Sunny View guesthouse, when she finds herself amidst another mystery. She had received a puzzling letter from owners of the guesthouse, Russell and Audrey, asking for her help. When the body of one of the villagers is found lying dead by the river, Maisie is convinced that this is more than just an accident. Maisie can't help but feel that the murder is somehow connected to the ongoing mystery at Trout Leap.
The fourth book in the series & it’s easily read on its own. Another well written, well paced book. I love Maisie & thoroughly enjoyed this cosy mystery. It had twists, turns & red herrings which kept me guessing until the end. I love the 1970’s setting & the author gives a realistic feel for the times. I look forward to the next in the series
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
The fourth book in the series & it’s easily read on its own. Another well written, well paced book. I love Maisie & thoroughly enjoyed this cosy mystery. It had twists, turns & red herrings which kept me guessing until the end. I love the 1970’s setting & the author gives a realistic feel for the times. I look forward to the next in the series
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
January 31, 2025
Maisie Cooper #4
Amateur sleuth Maisie Cooper has been asked by her old employers, Russell and Audrey, at their guesthouse to help them resolve an issue that could end in murder. The body of a villager is found dead by the river. Maisie thinks it's much more than just an accident.
This is quite an enjoyable book. All the people in the village knew the murder victim. The woman only had the intelligence of a young child. I was fooled by some of the twists and red herrings. Set in the 1970s, this book brought back some fond memories along with the murder mystery. This book can easily be read as a standalone.
Published 30th January 2025
I would like to thank #NetGalley #HodderStoughton and the authir #GregMosse for my ARC of #MurderAtSunnyView in exchange for an honest review
Amateur sleuth Maisie Cooper has been asked by her old employers, Russell and Audrey, at their guesthouse to help them resolve an issue that could end in murder. The body of a villager is found dead by the river. Maisie thinks it's much more than just an accident.
This is quite an enjoyable book. All the people in the village knew the murder victim. The woman only had the intelligence of a young child. I was fooled by some of the twists and red herrings. Set in the 1970s, this book brought back some fond memories along with the murder mystery. This book can easily be read as a standalone.
Published 30th January 2025
I would like to thank #NetGalley #HodderStoughton and the authir #GregMosse for my ARC of #MurderAtSunnyView in exchange for an honest review
January 29, 2025
Another cosy crime offering from this author featuring the stoic Maisie who returns to the bed and breakfast in the bucolic village where she used to work at the request of her ex boss. Of course there has to be a murder whilst she is there but this one is of a young woman and becomes more personal to Maisie. She is as ever like a terrier who keeps digging and once she has an idea in her head, doesn't let go too quickly. Another good addition to this series.
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC to review.
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC to review.
February 3, 2025
Maisie Cooper returns to Trout Leap after a plea for help from her former employer Russell.
Whilst in the village a local girl goes missing and unfortunately Maisie finds her body . Is it an accident or something more sinister?
Maisie being the amateur sleuth that she is , believes the girl has been murdered can she find the perpetrator before they strike again?
Maisie is a strong , sensible and strong character and very likeable.
The writing is descriptive and easy to read and the pages fly by .
A great cosy mystery series !
Thanks to NetGalley and Hodder and Stoughton.
Whilst in the village a local girl goes missing and unfortunately Maisie finds her body . Is it an accident or something more sinister?
Maisie being the amateur sleuth that she is , believes the girl has been murdered can she find the perpetrator before they strike again?
Maisie is a strong , sensible and strong character and very likeable.
The writing is descriptive and easy to read and the pages fly by .
A great cosy mystery series !
Thanks to NetGalley and Hodder and Stoughton.
February 19, 2025
Another book that I really enjoyed! 5⭐️, glad there was another book for this series to add onto the others. Dunno why it took me 11 days to read it though lol.
March 5, 2025
The latest adventure of Maisie Cooper.
January 16, 2025
As usual in my reviews I will not rehash the plot or publisher's blurb - instead I recommend that you read this for yourself.
This is the 4rd book in the "Maisie Cooper", series, set in the 1970s. The book is another classic "cosy murder mystery", this time set in and around the village where Maisie lived at the time when her parents were killed. There is enough background to make this work perfectly well as a standalone read - although obviously it will be more enjoyable if you have read the whole series.
Maisie has been invited to stay at the guest house where she worked - this time the owners have an inkling that something bad is afoot. As usual, Maisie's intuition prevails as the plot unfolds. Although Jack doesn't feature (other than a mention or two) in this novel, there are plenty of new characters to add to the mix.
As expected, this was an enjoyable read. I really like Greg Mosse's writing style - his characters and dialogue feel realistic, and the period setting is spot on. Looking forward to more in this series.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC. All opinions my own.
This is the 4rd book in the "Maisie Cooper", series, set in the 1970s. The book is another classic "cosy murder mystery", this time set in and around the village where Maisie lived at the time when her parents were killed. There is enough background to make this work perfectly well as a standalone read - although obviously it will be more enjoyable if you have read the whole series.
Maisie has been invited to stay at the guest house where she worked - this time the owners have an inkling that something bad is afoot. As usual, Maisie's intuition prevails as the plot unfolds. Although Jack doesn't feature (other than a mention or two) in this novel, there are plenty of new characters to add to the mix.
As expected, this was an enjoyable read. I really like Greg Mosse's writing style - his characters and dialogue feel realistic, and the period setting is spot on. Looking forward to more in this series.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC. All opinions my own.
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