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Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mysteries #10
Murder in the Tuscan Hills
The BRAND NEW instalment in Trevor Williams' BESTSELLING Armstrong and Oscar Cosy Mystery series It's murder in paradise!
A picturesque scene…
As grape harvest season rolls around, retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his beloved canine companion, Oscar, are looking forward to a nice quiet September. But when Dan is contacted about a mysterious death out in the Tuscan Hills, it seems that work must come before pleasure.
A suspicious find…
At first it appears that the body found lying outside a prestigious winery has been the result of a tragic hit and run. But then the police discover that this is a cover up for murder…but who would kill in such an idyllic spot and why?
A face from the past?
As Dan investigates, he meets famous ex rock star, Digger, owner of the winery and prestigious Podere Dei Santi hotel. Digger’s guests include wealthy businessmen, tourists, and, among them, suspected mafia hitmen. But more significant for Dan is a face he knows only too well from his own past and he soon finds that wine isn't the only thing fermenting around him.
Could this murder be the start of a gangland war, or do the killer’s motives lie much closer to home? Will complications from Dan's past return to trouble his future? Either way, Dan and Oscar must work around the clock to solve another mystery.
A picturesque scene…
As grape harvest season rolls around, retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his beloved canine companion, Oscar, are looking forward to a nice quiet September. But when Dan is contacted about a mysterious death out in the Tuscan Hills, it seems that work must come before pleasure.
A suspicious find…
At first it appears that the body found lying outside a prestigious winery has been the result of a tragic hit and run. But then the police discover that this is a cover up for murder…but who would kill in such an idyllic spot and why?
A face from the past?
As Dan investigates, he meets famous ex rock star, Digger, owner of the winery and prestigious Podere Dei Santi hotel. Digger’s guests include wealthy businessmen, tourists, and, among them, suspected mafia hitmen. But more significant for Dan is a face he knows only too well from his own past and he soon finds that wine isn't the only thing fermenting around him.
Could this murder be the start of a gangland war, or do the killer’s motives lie much closer to home? Will complications from Dan's past return to trouble his future? Either way, Dan and Oscar must work around the clock to solve another mystery.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 2, 2025
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About the author
T.A. Williams
46 books600 followersFirstly, my name isn't T A. It's Trevor. I write under the androgynous name T A Williams because 65% of books are read by women. In my first book, one of the (female) characters suggests the imbalance is due to the fact that men spend too much time getting drunk and watching football. I couldn't possibly comment. Ask my wife...
I've written all sorts: thrillers, historical novels, short stories and now I'm enjoying myself hugely Cozy Mysteries. I lived and worked in Italy for a number of years, married an Italian, and fell in love with the country. I set almost all my books in Italy and I hope that my love from the country shines through my work.
I‘ve lived all over Europe, but now I live in a little village in sleepy Devon, tucked away in south west England. I love the place. That’s why you’ll find leafy lanes and thatched cottages in most of my books. Oh, yes, and a black Labrador.
I've been writing since I was 14 and that is well over half a century ago. I'm now approaching 1 million books sold worldwide and I find it wonderful that people as far away as India and New Zealand are reading and enjoying my work. Thank you to everybody who reads my stuff.
I've written all sorts: thrillers, historical novels, short stories and now I'm enjoying myself hugely Cozy Mysteries. I lived and worked in Italy for a number of years, married an Italian, and fell in love with the country. I set almost all my books in Italy and I hope that my love from the country shines through my work.
I‘ve lived all over Europe, but now I live in a little village in sleepy Devon, tucked away in south west England. I love the place. That’s why you’ll find leafy lanes and thatched cottages in most of my books. Oh, yes, and a black Labrador.
I've been writing since I was 14 and that is well over half a century ago. I'm now approaching 1 million books sold worldwide and I find it wonderful that people as far away as India and New Zealand are reading and enjoying my work. Thank you to everybody who reads my stuff.
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March 12, 2025
I may have said I wouldn't read another from this series, but I lied. Middle of the night easy reading guaranteed with the familiar Labrador plus his companion squeeze staying at a hotel where his ex-wife and her current squeeze happen to be vacationing as well, oh my. Bad actors diluting wine and many other crimes to investigate as Armstrong and Oscar assist the Italian police as they sample the local cuisine, wine and celebrate the birthday of his current lady. A large cast of characters and action.
I do enjoy the descriptions of Tuscany as well as the food and wine.
Price is right at 99 cents from Amazon.
I do enjoy the descriptions of Tuscany as well as the food and wine.
Price is right at 99 cents from Amazon.
February 6, 2025
I really enjoyed being transported to Tuscany once again. TA Williams assembles an array of suspects, skilfully layered crimes and leaves the reader guessing to the end. With beautiful countryside, Italian food and a dog who saves the day, what more could you ask? You don't need to have read the other books own the series but if you have, you will find each one builds on the previous one to shed more light on Dan and both his old and new life which collide with potentially damaging consequences in this book.
April 21, 2025
Murder with a nice side of Italy
This is a thoroughly enjoyable series. This book was set in Tuscany, and Williams makes you feel like you’re right in the midst of it. A good mystery that keeps you guessing with a dash of romance.
This is a thoroughly enjoyable series. This book was set in Tuscany, and Williams makes you feel like you’re right in the midst of it. A good mystery that keeps you guessing with a dash of romance.
July 4, 2025
As a standalone book fine, as part of the series it is very much autonomous and the series is getting tired with the same tropes, jokes and lack of genuine narrative progress. If you’ve read 5 of these you’ve read them all!!
January 1, 2026
Another good story in the series. Late book reveal which was both interesting but also hard to predict the solution earlier in the book.
January 3, 2026
Not the best in the series.
June 2, 2025
Listened to it as an audiobook and it’s a great one for long mindless car rides
February 19, 2025
Originally posted on my blog Nonstop Reader.
Murder in the Tuscan Hills is the tenth (!!!) Armstrong and Oscar cozy destination mystery by T.A. Williams. Released 2nd Feb 2025 by Boldwood books, it's 240 pages and is available in hardcover, paperback, audio and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats. For Kindle Unlimited subscribers, this book is currently included in the KU subscription library to borrow and read for free. The other books in the series are also currently available on KU.
This is a beautifully descriptive and well written destination mystery set in Tuscany. Expat former policeman Dan Armstrong and his trusty canine sidekick Oscar are back on the case; a hit & run death outside a local winery seems to be a coverup for sinister goings on. It's an ensemble cast and Dan's friend/colleague Virgilio makes an appearance. The series has developed so well and seamlessly, that each new book feels like a visit with friends.
The plotting is solid and the dialogue and characterizations are well controlled and believable. The mystery, denouement, and resolution are self contained in this volume, so it works well enough as a standalone, but the writing and mystery are so well planned and executed, that it would make an excellent weekend binge or buddy read. The author is exceptionally good at weaving (seemingly) extraneous information into the text. There's a lot of humor as well.
It's not derivative at all, but it reminded me in a lot of good ways of Leon's exceptional Brunetti books as well as Walker's lovely Bruno, chief of police books. Fans of those authors will find a lot to enjoy here.
Four and a half stars. Highly recommended. All of the books are exceptionally well written and fun. The author seems to be on a twice a year output schedule at the moment without sacrificing quality or length. He's managed 10 books, going from strength to strength, and without getting formulaic or boring.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Murder in the Tuscan Hills is the tenth (!!!) Armstrong and Oscar cozy destination mystery by T.A. Williams. Released 2nd Feb 2025 by Boldwood books, it's 240 pages and is available in hardcover, paperback, audio and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats. For Kindle Unlimited subscribers, this book is currently included in the KU subscription library to borrow and read for free. The other books in the series are also currently available on KU.
This is a beautifully descriptive and well written destination mystery set in Tuscany. Expat former policeman Dan Armstrong and his trusty canine sidekick Oscar are back on the case; a hit & run death outside a local winery seems to be a coverup for sinister goings on. It's an ensemble cast and Dan's friend/colleague Virgilio makes an appearance. The series has developed so well and seamlessly, that each new book feels like a visit with friends.
The plotting is solid and the dialogue and characterizations are well controlled and believable. The mystery, denouement, and resolution are self contained in this volume, so it works well enough as a standalone, but the writing and mystery are so well planned and executed, that it would make an excellent weekend binge or buddy read. The author is exceptionally good at weaving (seemingly) extraneous information into the text. There's a lot of humor as well.
It's not derivative at all, but it reminded me in a lot of good ways of Leon's exceptional Brunetti books as well as Walker's lovely Bruno, chief of police books. Fans of those authors will find a lot to enjoy here.
Four and a half stars. Highly recommended. All of the books are exceptionally well written and fun. The author seems to be on a twice a year output schedule at the moment without sacrificing quality or length. He's managed 10 books, going from strength to strength, and without getting formulaic or boring.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
February 3, 2025
The police ask for Dan’s help – translating, but it always becomes rather more than that – when an apparent hit-and-run accident, on the road near a luxury hotel and its associated winery, victim’s identity unknown, turns into a murder inquiry. Owned by an English former rock star, there are some rather dodgy characters currently in residence – suspected Mafia chiefs, together with their bodyguards – but there might just be some murky things going on at the winery too.
With the victim’s identity established, the stakes are raised by a further murder – but, for Dan, things are made even more complicated by the presence of someone important from his past, and that causes problems in his relationship with the long-suffering Anna.
Oscar’s presence, as it often does, proves critical to resolving the case – he has an unerring knack for detecting the good guys from the bad, with a nod of agreement or a paw on the knee. This time, he even finds the murder weapon – ok, he was only looking for a stick for throwing – but his various timely interventions do mean he’s really earned that promised steak when the investigation is finally over.
The whole story is quite perfectly paced, with suspects galore moving in and out of the frame – and with lots of smoke and mirrors around the gangland involvement, and with multiple red herrings leading the investigation team (and the reader) in the wrong direction. This time, our pair and the police team are working in harmony – with new female sergeant Dini a welcome addition, although she does rather go through the mill before the investigation ends.
The characterisation is as strong as ever, the plot both clever and gripping – and the final resolution blindsided me as it always does. And Dan’s relationship problems added that extra element of intrigue – he really does have an unfortunate and unerring knack for putting his foot in it, but the situation he’s in certainly makes doing the right thing more difficult than ever. The setting – of course – is richly drawn, the approaching vendemmia with its blistering heat making everyone grateful for time in the shade. And there are the usual copious amounts of delicious food (breadsticks for the salivating Oscar) and wine (though perhaps give the Rockstar Chianti a miss…). The surrounding resident community is really nicely drawn too – I particularly enjoyed the small diversion of the neighbour asking for his smiling wife to be discreetly followed, and the local postman who always knows more about what’s going on than anyone else.
Every book in this wonderful series has been a five star read for me – I really hope it’s a very long time until Dan decides to focus on his novel writing and leave the investigating behind. The perfect addition to this long-running series, and I’m already looking forward to the next.
With the victim’s identity established, the stakes are raised by a further murder – but, for Dan, things are made even more complicated by the presence of someone important from his past, and that causes problems in his relationship with the long-suffering Anna.
Oscar’s presence, as it often does, proves critical to resolving the case – he has an unerring knack for detecting the good guys from the bad, with a nod of agreement or a paw on the knee. This time, he even finds the murder weapon – ok, he was only looking for a stick for throwing – but his various timely interventions do mean he’s really earned that promised steak when the investigation is finally over.
The whole story is quite perfectly paced, with suspects galore moving in and out of the frame – and with lots of smoke and mirrors around the gangland involvement, and with multiple red herrings leading the investigation team (and the reader) in the wrong direction. This time, our pair and the police team are working in harmony – with new female sergeant Dini a welcome addition, although she does rather go through the mill before the investigation ends.
The characterisation is as strong as ever, the plot both clever and gripping – and the final resolution blindsided me as it always does. And Dan’s relationship problems added that extra element of intrigue – he really does have an unfortunate and unerring knack for putting his foot in it, but the situation he’s in certainly makes doing the right thing more difficult than ever. The setting – of course – is richly drawn, the approaching vendemmia with its blistering heat making everyone grateful for time in the shade. And there are the usual copious amounts of delicious food (breadsticks for the salivating Oscar) and wine (though perhaps give the Rockstar Chianti a miss…). The surrounding resident community is really nicely drawn too – I particularly enjoyed the small diversion of the neighbour asking for his smiling wife to be discreetly followed, and the local postman who always knows more about what’s going on than anyone else.
Every book in this wonderful series has been a five star read for me – I really hope it’s a very long time until Dan decides to focus on his novel writing and leave the investigating behind. The perfect addition to this long-running series, and I’m already looking forward to the next.
December 31, 2024
September in Tuscany is supposed to be a season of beauty and bounty, as the grape harvest begins in the region’s sun-soaked vineyards. But for retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his loyal Labrador, Oscar, tranquility is interrupted by a chilling mystery. A body discovered near the prestigious Podere dei Santi hotel turns a peaceful countryside into the setting for a murder investigation, and Dan is called upon once again to assist the Italian police.
At first glance, the death appears to be a hit-and-run accident, but the autopsy reveals a more sinister story. As Dan digs deeper, the suspects include wealthy guests with murky pasts, suspected mafia members, and even a face from Dan’s own history—his ex-wife, adding a personal twist to the already tense investigation. The picturesque hills of Tuscany may seem idyllic, but murder, gangland intrigue, and secrets buried among the vines prove otherwise.
T.A. Williams masterfully captures the essence of Tuscany, from its vivid landscapes to its culinary delights, providing a rich backdrop for this cleverly plotted cozy mystery. The steady pace keeps the reader engaged as clues unfold, and the witty interplay between Dan and Oscar, who is as much a hero as his human, adds warmth and charm to the story.
The new sergeant, Dini, is a welcome addition to the cast, bringing fresh energy to the dynamic between Dan and the Italian police. The suspense builds steadily, leading to a dramatic and satisfying conclusion, though some threads could have been explored more deeply.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Armstrong and Oscar series or diving in for the first time, Murder in the Tuscan Hills offers a delightful blend of mystery, intrigue, and a touch of personal drama. The undercurrent of global issues adds depth, while the vivid descriptions make you feel like you’re right there under the Tuscan sun.
Highly recommended for cozy mystery fans, especially those who enjoy atmospheric settings and the lovable presence of a canine sidekick. Perfect for a weekend escape!
Thank you, NetGalley and Boldwood Books, for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
At first glance, the death appears to be a hit-and-run accident, but the autopsy reveals a more sinister story. As Dan digs deeper, the suspects include wealthy guests with murky pasts, suspected mafia members, and even a face from Dan’s own history—his ex-wife, adding a personal twist to the already tense investigation. The picturesque hills of Tuscany may seem idyllic, but murder, gangland intrigue, and secrets buried among the vines prove otherwise.
T.A. Williams masterfully captures the essence of Tuscany, from its vivid landscapes to its culinary delights, providing a rich backdrop for this cleverly plotted cozy mystery. The steady pace keeps the reader engaged as clues unfold, and the witty interplay between Dan and Oscar, who is as much a hero as his human, adds warmth and charm to the story.
The new sergeant, Dini, is a welcome addition to the cast, bringing fresh energy to the dynamic between Dan and the Italian police. The suspense builds steadily, leading to a dramatic and satisfying conclusion, though some threads could have been explored more deeply.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Armstrong and Oscar series or diving in for the first time, Murder in the Tuscan Hills offers a delightful blend of mystery, intrigue, and a touch of personal drama. The undercurrent of global issues adds depth, while the vivid descriptions make you feel like you’re right there under the Tuscan sun.
Highly recommended for cozy mystery fans, especially those who enjoy atmospheric settings and the lovable presence of a canine sidekick. Perfect for a weekend escape!
Thank you, NetGalley and Boldwood Books, for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
February 8, 2025
4.2 Stars
One Liner: Fun as always
It’s the season of grape harvest in Tuscany. Dan and Oscar, the cutest Lab, are surviving the summer heat somehow. Soon, Dan is asked to help the police investigate a dead body they found near a retired American rockstar’s winery. Seems his hotel has some interesting guests, who may or may not have connections to the Italian mafia.
As more deaths occur, Dan has to connect the dots and find the killer. It doesn’t help that he also has to deal with some personal situations.
The story comes in Dan’s first-person POV.
My Thoughts:
Well, we are back in Tuscany. The September here is brutal with no rain. Naturally, the farmers are worried about the yield (fewer grapes = less wine). The criminals don’t care, of course. They commit crimes no matter how annoying the heat is!
The tenth book can be a standalone, though it’ll help if you read at least one book (any) in the series. Someone from Dan’s past makes a reentry, and this does create some tension. Poor Dan has to think and overthink everything. He is a good man, so this also complicates things, lol.
The mystery is very well done. If you are a fan of the genre, you’ll guess the reason much before the MC and the police. The details are provided. How we bring them together depends on us.
It’s no longer a surprise that Oscar is a terrific judge of character and a competent assistant. He finds clues, identifies unsavory people, and ensures his human is safe. He is the hero!
We have a new sergeant Dini since Innocenti got a promotion. I like this new addition. She is smart, composed, and brave. Hoping to see her in more books.
The pace is steady. Since the book is less than 250 pages, you can easily finish it in a couple of hours or so.
To summarize, Murder in the Tuscan Hills is an entertaining addition to the series and discusses a few important issues that affect the global consumer market. As always, I enjoyed the descriptions of the region.
Thank you, Rachel's Random Resources and Boldwood Books, for eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#NetGalley
One Liner: Fun as always
It’s the season of grape harvest in Tuscany. Dan and Oscar, the cutest Lab, are surviving the summer heat somehow. Soon, Dan is asked to help the police investigate a dead body they found near a retired American rockstar’s winery. Seems his hotel has some interesting guests, who may or may not have connections to the Italian mafia.
As more deaths occur, Dan has to connect the dots and find the killer. It doesn’t help that he also has to deal with some personal situations.
The story comes in Dan’s first-person POV.
My Thoughts:
Well, we are back in Tuscany. The September here is brutal with no rain. Naturally, the farmers are worried about the yield (fewer grapes = less wine). The criminals don’t care, of course. They commit crimes no matter how annoying the heat is!
The tenth book can be a standalone, though it’ll help if you read at least one book (any) in the series. Someone from Dan’s past makes a reentry, and this does create some tension. Poor Dan has to think and overthink everything. He is a good man, so this also complicates things, lol.
The mystery is very well done. If you are a fan of the genre, you’ll guess the reason much before the MC and the police. The details are provided. How we bring them together depends on us.
It’s no longer a surprise that Oscar is a terrific judge of character and a competent assistant. He finds clues, identifies unsavory people, and ensures his human is safe. He is the hero!
We have a new sergeant Dini since Innocenti got a promotion. I like this new addition. She is smart, composed, and brave. Hoping to see her in more books.
The pace is steady. Since the book is less than 250 pages, you can easily finish it in a couple of hours or so.
To summarize, Murder in the Tuscan Hills is an entertaining addition to the series and discusses a few important issues that affect the global consumer market. As always, I enjoyed the descriptions of the region.
Thank you, Rachel's Random Resources and Boldwood Books, for eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#NetGalley
March 26, 2025
I've read several volumes in this series so far and really liked them, so I keep coming back for new releases. The hero of the series is Dan, a former DCI of the London Metropolitan Police, who has settled in Tuscany in well-earned retirement and opened a detective agency there. His loyal companion is Oscar, the Labrador, and they form an unbeatable team. Dan has some friends in the local police force, for whom he occasionally acts as a translator when British suspects need to be interrogated. Naturally, his investigative expertise is always in demand – this means Dan is repeatedly involved in murder investigations he would otherwise have no access to.
In this 10th adventure of Oscar and Dann, the two are called to a case in Tuscan vineyards. An unknown body is found at the vineyard of an aging US rockstar, and it soon becomes clear that mafia structures may be behind it... things get even more interesting when one of the guests at the vineyard turns out to be Dan's ex-wife, who appears on the scene with a new partner...
Yes. The volumes in this series are all relativly short, including this one, with 240 pages in the print edition (I read the eBook, which had a little over 200), and they're all super entertaining to read. Williams writes fluently, amusingly, charmingly, and knows the area well – in other words, the books are bursting with love for Italy and local color. You really feel like you're in Tuscany, and the Italian way of life really comes across to me. That's why I "forgive" the author that the structure of the novels is relatively similar, and that we, as interested readers, know what's going on relatively early on.
Dan is one of the good guys, and that's also nice to read.
This might sound a bit lame, but I don't mean it to come across that way. For me, any Dan and Oscar mystery is wonderful entertainment, and you have to be able to write something like that. I really like the whole cast now, and it's like meeting the protagonists again in a TV docusoap :-).
So: a recommended read for all fans of cozy crime and Italian dolce vita :-)
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the review copy!
In this 10th adventure of Oscar and Dann, the two are called to a case in Tuscan vineyards. An unknown body is found at the vineyard of an aging US rockstar, and it soon becomes clear that mafia structures may be behind it... things get even more interesting when one of the guests at the vineyard turns out to be Dan's ex-wife, who appears on the scene with a new partner...
Yes. The volumes in this series are all relativly short, including this one, with 240 pages in the print edition (I read the eBook, which had a little over 200), and they're all super entertaining to read. Williams writes fluently, amusingly, charmingly, and knows the area well – in other words, the books are bursting with love for Italy and local color. You really feel like you're in Tuscany, and the Italian way of life really comes across to me. That's why I "forgive" the author that the structure of the novels is relatively similar, and that we, as interested readers, know what's going on relatively early on.
Dan is one of the good guys, and that's also nice to read.
This might sound a bit lame, but I don't mean it to come across that way. For me, any Dan and Oscar mystery is wonderful entertainment, and you have to be able to write something like that. I really like the whole cast now, and it's like meeting the protagonists again in a TV docusoap :-).
So: a recommended read for all fans of cozy crime and Italian dolce vita :-)
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the review copy!
March 31, 2025
Murder in the Tuscan Hills is the latest irrepressible Italian-set cozy mystery from T A Williams featuring retired DCI Tom Armstrong and his devoted canine companion Oscar.
Armstrong and Oscar are looking forward to a quiet September. As grape harvest season rolls around, the intrepid duo have no plans to get involved in any sleuthing activity – until duty calls and Dan is contacted about a mysterious death in the Tuscan Hills. Although the police initially suspected that this was a tragic accident, further investigation leads them to believe that this was a cover up for murder. But who would want to commit such a heinous act in such gorgeous surroundings?
As Dan begins investigating, he meets Digger, a former rock star turned winery owner who also owns prestigious hotel, Podere dei Santi. With an assorted list of celebrities, wealthy businessmen and mafia hitmen, there is certainly not a shortage of shady characters around. However, they all pale into insignificance when Dan runs into a face from his past…
With more questions than answers, can Dan get to the bottom of this mystery? Will shadows from his past end up putting a spoke in the wheel of his future? Or will Dan and Oscar figure out whodunnit at the eleventh hour?
Why T A Williams’ Armstrong and Oscar mysteries have not been turned into a TV series, I simply do not know. Fun, exciting, unpredictable and full of Italian flavour, this terrific series goes from strength to strength and Murder in the Tuscan Hills is a terrific cozy mystery that is fast-paced, entertaining and so enjoyable it is a struggle to put it down.
As fantastic as ever, Murder in the Tuscan Hills is another winner from T A Williams that has left me very eager for the next terrific installment!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Armstrong and Oscar are looking forward to a quiet September. As grape harvest season rolls around, the intrepid duo have no plans to get involved in any sleuthing activity – until duty calls and Dan is contacted about a mysterious death in the Tuscan Hills. Although the police initially suspected that this was a tragic accident, further investigation leads them to believe that this was a cover up for murder. But who would want to commit such a heinous act in such gorgeous surroundings?
As Dan begins investigating, he meets Digger, a former rock star turned winery owner who also owns prestigious hotel, Podere dei Santi. With an assorted list of celebrities, wealthy businessmen and mafia hitmen, there is certainly not a shortage of shady characters around. However, they all pale into insignificance when Dan runs into a face from his past…
With more questions than answers, can Dan get to the bottom of this mystery? Will shadows from his past end up putting a spoke in the wheel of his future? Or will Dan and Oscar figure out whodunnit at the eleventh hour?
Why T A Williams’ Armstrong and Oscar mysteries have not been turned into a TV series, I simply do not know. Fun, exciting, unpredictable and full of Italian flavour, this terrific series goes from strength to strength and Murder in the Tuscan Hills is a terrific cozy mystery that is fast-paced, entertaining and so enjoyable it is a struggle to put it down.
As fantastic as ever, Murder in the Tuscan Hills is another winner from T A Williams that has left me very eager for the next terrific installment!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 30, 2024
It is blisteringly hot inn Tuscany; there has been no rain for months and it is coming to the vendemmia. Although the fruit is small on the vines the quality looks like it will be good.
Retired DCI Dan Armstrong is working as a Private Investigator and does on occasion, get co-opted to help the local Gendarmerie with translation and problem solving. A phone call from the local Commissario Virgilo Pisano sees what he thought would be quiet week, turn into a full scale murder enquiry at the Podere dei Santi, the luxury hotel on the way to Montespertoli.
A body has been found on the side of the road, just outside the showrooms of Rockstar Chianti, the vintage produced by the Hotel. It has been apparently run over by a truck, but the autopsy shows it was murder.
It appears the murder could be involved with the Mafia, as three of the guests certainly fit the image of Mafia bosses, other guests have shady pasts and one, Dan’s ex-wife comes as a severe shock!
Two more murders are committed which leaves the Police and Dan wondering who it is, and what is the motives behind such a killing spree as every lead to date has gone nowhere.
TA Williams has captured the very essence of Tuscany and the underworld that is a part of Italian life in Murder in the Tuscan Hills as Dan, Oscar, his very savvy Labrador, and the Gendarmerie struggle to find the killer; a person who is very comfortable with committing murder.
Murder in the Tuscan Hills is the third book in the Armstrong and Oscar Cosy Mystery series which can be read as a standalone, as Williams has taken the time to set the characters well with a little of their backstory.
This well constructed, snappily delivered Murder Mystery series makes it very easy to look forward to the next book.
Retired DCI Dan Armstrong is working as a Private Investigator and does on occasion, get co-opted to help the local Gendarmerie with translation and problem solving. A phone call from the local Commissario Virgilo Pisano sees what he thought would be quiet week, turn into a full scale murder enquiry at the Podere dei Santi, the luxury hotel on the way to Montespertoli.
A body has been found on the side of the road, just outside the showrooms of Rockstar Chianti, the vintage produced by the Hotel. It has been apparently run over by a truck, but the autopsy shows it was murder.
It appears the murder could be involved with the Mafia, as three of the guests certainly fit the image of Mafia bosses, other guests have shady pasts and one, Dan’s ex-wife comes as a severe shock!
Two more murders are committed which leaves the Police and Dan wondering who it is, and what is the motives behind such a killing spree as every lead to date has gone nowhere.
TA Williams has captured the very essence of Tuscany and the underworld that is a part of Italian life in Murder in the Tuscan Hills as Dan, Oscar, his very savvy Labrador, and the Gendarmerie struggle to find the killer; a person who is very comfortable with committing murder.
Murder in the Tuscan Hills is the third book in the Armstrong and Oscar Cosy Mystery series which can be read as a standalone, as Williams has taken the time to set the characters well with a little of their backstory.
This well constructed, snappily delivered Murder Mystery series makes it very easy to look forward to the next book.
February 3, 2025
Originally reviewed for Chick Lit Central (www.chicklitcentral.com)
I know I say this with every Armstrong and Oscar book, but I think Murder in the Tuscan Hills is my favorite, and here’s why: There is still plenty of suspense and drama leading up to the eventual discovery of who the culprit is, but this time, we dive even deeper into who Dan is and the connections he has with the people he’s invested in.
One of the constants that we’ve always known about Dan is the reason behind his marriage failing. His ex-wife had cited his need to always put his work before his family, and while that isn’t how Dan ever really felt about it, it’s always there, in the back of his mind. So much so, that when a body is found at the winery and he’s called in to help investigate, he’s concerned about how this will affect his current relationship with girlfriend Anna.
It doesn’t help that the ex-wife is now part of the investigation, which only adds to Dan’s fears. Of all the wineries in all the world, why did it have to be the one he’s been tasked with solving a crime for? There is an added layer of delicate chaos as he tries to balance his relationship, the ex, and finding a murderer.
I liked getting to see Dan more vulnerable. The reader still experiences Dan’s methodic search for the truth, and that was as fun as it always is, and of course, who could forget Oscar, the greatest assistant ever created? But with all of that, Dan showed a side of himself I don’t feel I’ve really been privy to before this installment, and it was sweet to see him attempt to keep Anna at the center, ensuring he doesn’t take similar strides to cause imbalance to what they have.
Someday, I’d like to check out the Tuscan Hills–I’ve been saying that for years, too, since I’ve started reading Williams’s books, but for now, I’ll continue to live vicariously through Dan and Oscar. It was another five-star read for me!
I know I say this with every Armstrong and Oscar book, but I think Murder in the Tuscan Hills is my favorite, and here’s why: There is still plenty of suspense and drama leading up to the eventual discovery of who the culprit is, but this time, we dive even deeper into who Dan is and the connections he has with the people he’s invested in.
One of the constants that we’ve always known about Dan is the reason behind his marriage failing. His ex-wife had cited his need to always put his work before his family, and while that isn’t how Dan ever really felt about it, it’s always there, in the back of his mind. So much so, that when a body is found at the winery and he’s called in to help investigate, he’s concerned about how this will affect his current relationship with girlfriend Anna.
It doesn’t help that the ex-wife is now part of the investigation, which only adds to Dan’s fears. Of all the wineries in all the world, why did it have to be the one he’s been tasked with solving a crime for? There is an added layer of delicate chaos as he tries to balance his relationship, the ex, and finding a murderer.
I liked getting to see Dan more vulnerable. The reader still experiences Dan’s methodic search for the truth, and that was as fun as it always is, and of course, who could forget Oscar, the greatest assistant ever created? But with all of that, Dan showed a side of himself I don’t feel I’ve really been privy to before this installment, and it was sweet to see him attempt to keep Anna at the center, ensuring he doesn’t take similar strides to cause imbalance to what they have.
Someday, I’d like to check out the Tuscan Hills–I’ve been saying that for years, too, since I’ve started reading Williams’s books, but for now, I’ll continue to live vicariously through Dan and Oscar. It was another five-star read for me!
March 26, 2025
I think by this stage of the series it is fairly safe to say that Oscar is fat becoming one of my all time favourite detectives. Don't let the fact he is a gorgeous labrador fool you, he is once again a key component of the Dan and Oscar team.
His nose for clues is uncanny, his ability to tell a good person from a bad one is impressive, and he is utterly key in the finale section of this book too.
I just want to raise a steak to Oscar, one of the best canines I know!
Don't get my wrong Dan has loads of good points too and it was a pleasure to see him working with the local police once again, this time in a case that surprisingly has him come face-to -face with his ex-wife. Which is the first time we have met her, and I definitely prefer Anna!
Ah yes there were definitely some murders in this story, the body count kept rising, but just why people were being killed, and who was doing it, was a lot easier to ask than to discover.
There are many theories floated about and I was never sure what to believe and I definitely didn't have a strong feeling towards any of the suspects apart from not liking some of them.
It's a lovely and complex case for Dan and the police to work on, and there are some very interesting discussions too.
I am a massive fan of this series and already can't wait to read the next book. Long may it continue!
Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
His nose for clues is uncanny, his ability to tell a good person from a bad one is impressive, and he is utterly key in the finale section of this book too.
I just want to raise a steak to Oscar, one of the best canines I know!
Don't get my wrong Dan has loads of good points too and it was a pleasure to see him working with the local police once again, this time in a case that surprisingly has him come face-to -face with his ex-wife. Which is the first time we have met her, and I definitely prefer Anna!
Ah yes there were definitely some murders in this story, the body count kept rising, but just why people were being killed, and who was doing it, was a lot easier to ask than to discover.
There are many theories floated about and I was never sure what to believe and I definitely didn't have a strong feeling towards any of the suspects apart from not liking some of them.
It's a lovely and complex case for Dan and the police to work on, and there are some very interesting discussions too.
I am a massive fan of this series and already can't wait to read the next book. Long may it continue!
Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
January 24, 2026
🍇🍷Luxury setting for murder & mischief🌄
I am a committed fan of this series, first for the Italian setting, and second for the down to earth main character and his whimsical black lab "partner" Oscar. Dan Armstrong retired from the British police force and moved to Tuscany to start a new chapter, originally as a mystery writer, but he certainly is kept occupied with police business.
The writing is easy to follow and the plot had some nice twists to keep me guessing. Dan's formed a close relationship with the Florence police squad and gets right in the middle of a messy multiple murder investigation at a luxury hotel and vineyard owned by a retired rock star. And, as in the other stories in the series, his sidekick lab Oscar gets the limelight for more than just his prodigious appetite and ability to fetch sticks!
I like the author's use of multiple shady characters to keep the mystery of the murderer last long into the story. And I thought the extra p.i. investigation for his neighbor Fausto, the rumor mill fed by the local postman and the bumps in his relationship with Ana added nice touches, as did the introduction of a smart woman police officer to the investigative team.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.
I am a committed fan of this series, first for the Italian setting, and second for the down to earth main character and his whimsical black lab "partner" Oscar. Dan Armstrong retired from the British police force and moved to Tuscany to start a new chapter, originally as a mystery writer, but he certainly is kept occupied with police business.
The writing is easy to follow and the plot had some nice twists to keep me guessing. Dan's formed a close relationship with the Florence police squad and gets right in the middle of a messy multiple murder investigation at a luxury hotel and vineyard owned by a retired rock star. And, as in the other stories in the series, his sidekick lab Oscar gets the limelight for more than just his prodigious appetite and ability to fetch sticks!
I like the author's use of multiple shady characters to keep the mystery of the murderer last long into the story. And I thought the extra p.i. investigation for his neighbor Fausto, the rumor mill fed by the local postman and the bumps in his relationship with Ana added nice touches, as did the introduction of a smart woman police officer to the investigative team.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.
November 13, 2025
This is just a lovely series. The narrator is wonderful and so easy to listen to. The descriptions of food, wine and the scenery make my mouth water and my heart yearn for Tuscany. In this entry to the series, we find Dan and Oscar trekking off to a luxury resort. owned by an old American rock star, about 45 minutes from Florence where a man has been found dead on the road near a winery. Turns out he is an investigative journalist, but before Dan and the police can get very far in their investigation another man, a suspected Mafioso is found dead in the vineyard. Bodies continue to be found on the hotel and winery grounds. During the police interviews, Dan is shocked when his ex-wife walks in. She is staying at the resort with a new friend, one of their suspects. This appearance causes some friction between Dan and Anna. As the police and Dan work to find evidence and motive in these murders, Dan also needs to find a way to convince Anna that his ex is truly no longer in the picture. The relationships and the plot kept things moving along to a satisfying conclusion and while I was pretty sure who was behind most of the deaths, there were enough twists and turns along the way to keep my interest.
January 29, 2025
Thank you so much to NetGalley and TA Williams for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for Murder in the Tuscan Hills coming out February 2, 2025. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.
A picturesque scene…
As grape harvest season rolls around, retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his beloved canine companion, Oscar, are looking forward to a nice quiet September.
But when Dan is contacted about a mysterious death out in the Tuscan Hills, it seems that work must come before pleasure.
A suspicious find…
At first it appears that the body found lying outside a prestigious winery has been the result of a tragic hit and run. But then the police discover that this is a cover up for murder…but who would kill in such an idyllic spot and why?
A face from the past?
As Dan investigates, he meets famous ex rock star, Digger, owner of the winery and prestigious Podere Dei Santi hotel. Digger’s guests include wealthy businessmen, tourists, and, among them, suspected mafia hitmen. But more significant for Dan is a face he knows only too well from his own past and he soon finds that wine isn't the only thing fermenting around him.
Could this murder be the start of a gangland war, or do the killer’s motives lie much closer to home? Will complications from Dan's past return to trouble his future? Either way, Dan and Oscar must work around the clock to solve another mystery.
I’ve only read the book before this one and this one in this series. I really love books set in Italy. The scenery is beautiful. I love cozy mysteries. The characters are fun. I think the mystery was right up my alley. I loved it. I would definitely check out more books by this author!
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys murder mysteries!
A picturesque scene…
As grape harvest season rolls around, retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his beloved canine companion, Oscar, are looking forward to a nice quiet September.
But when Dan is contacted about a mysterious death out in the Tuscan Hills, it seems that work must come before pleasure.
A suspicious find…
At first it appears that the body found lying outside a prestigious winery has been the result of a tragic hit and run. But then the police discover that this is a cover up for murder…but who would kill in such an idyllic spot and why?
A face from the past?
As Dan investigates, he meets famous ex rock star, Digger, owner of the winery and prestigious Podere Dei Santi hotel. Digger’s guests include wealthy businessmen, tourists, and, among them, suspected mafia hitmen. But more significant for Dan is a face he knows only too well from his own past and he soon finds that wine isn't the only thing fermenting around him.
Could this murder be the start of a gangland war, or do the killer’s motives lie much closer to home? Will complications from Dan's past return to trouble his future? Either way, Dan and Oscar must work around the clock to solve another mystery.
I’ve only read the book before this one and this one in this series. I really love books set in Italy. The scenery is beautiful. I love cozy mysteries. The characters are fun. I think the mystery was right up my alley. I loved it. I would definitely check out more books by this author!
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys murder mysteries!
February 3, 2025
This cosy crime series, set in Italy, features an intelligent detective and an intuitive labrador. It is a particular favourite of mine with its balance of culture, humour, and mystery. Dan becomes involved in a murder case that takes place in the Tuscan Hills close to where he lives. A tragic accident turns out to be something more, but no one is talking, and the luxury hotel's guests where it occurs all have secrets they don't want to reveal. In this case, there is an entertaining mix of complex suspects, false leads, personal involvement, and a climactic conclusion. The Tuscan weather and wine are integral to the story and provide its unique perspective. I like the cast of characters, the dynamic between Dan and Oscar and the Florence police, the Italian setting and the frequent humour; it's another great episode in this engaging, cosy mystery series. This story is excellent in audiobook form, too, with the narrator bringing all the characters and culture to vivid life. It's easy but immersive listening.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and listened to the audiobook I purchased on release day.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and listened to the audiobook I purchased on release day.
June 24, 2025
This is well up to the usual standard of cozy mysteries starring Dan Armstrong and the wonderful Oscar. By now, you always know that Oscar is two steps ahead of the police and that his instincts towards people are worth paying attention to! Dan is torn in this latest mystery between putting his partner, Anna first and getting involved in a loyal murder enquiry. For the most part, Anna is quite patient with him, even on her birthday but you can tell that there are tensions lurking.
There are several story threads in this book and more than a few murders. Whether they are connected is not immediately clear and you have to follow the clues alongside Dan. It seems as a PI, Dan can find out information which might not be revealed to the police and he has a close relationship with the local detectives, full of mutual respect. Life in the Tuscan Hills is certainly busy but the beauty of the setting is always there. There are plenty of lively characters to work out, including a very familiar one who causes him to look back as well as consider his future life.
In short: Cozy crime and a glorious setting
There are several story threads in this book and more than a few murders. Whether they are connected is not immediately clear and you have to follow the clues alongside Dan. It seems as a PI, Dan can find out information which might not be revealed to the police and he has a close relationship with the local detectives, full of mutual respect. Life in the Tuscan Hills is certainly busy but the beauty of the setting is always there. There are plenty of lively characters to work out, including a very familiar one who causes him to look back as well as consider his future life.
In short: Cozy crime and a glorious setting
January 14, 2025
Book 10 of the Dan Armstrong and Oscar cosy crime thrillers. Set in Tuscany (obviously) near Florence and for first time readers Armstrong is a retired DCI from London living in Italy and writing crime fiction whilst being a PI who helps the police. Oscar is his beautiful black Labrador who loves him and food in equal proportions. Reads well as a stand-alone, as do all the other books in the series, and always well written with a good twisty plot.
Briefly, Armstrong is asked to help his Italian colleagues after a murder outside a winery, near a luxury hotel. This is immediately followed by another murder at the hotel itself. Complicating matters further Dan discovers his ex wife is staying there with a friend of dubious character. How will his close friend Anna react to that?
With its typical antics Dan finds his life getting a bit complicated. Can he sort out his personal life whilst helping with the police case. Wonderful descriptive novel that takes you to the heart of the Tuscan countryside and for me Oscar steals the show! Cosy, comfortable and entertaining read
Briefly, Armstrong is asked to help his Italian colleagues after a murder outside a winery, near a luxury hotel. This is immediately followed by another murder at the hotel itself. Complicating matters further Dan discovers his ex wife is staying there with a friend of dubious character. How will his close friend Anna react to that?
With its typical antics Dan finds his life getting a bit complicated. Can he sort out his personal life whilst helping with the police case. Wonderful descriptive novel that takes you to the heart of the Tuscan countryside and for me Oscar steals the show! Cosy, comfortable and entertaining read
February 1, 2025
I really look forward to each of the books in this series. I recommend each one, and would certainly go back and read the others, if I hadn't already read them. Numerous times. This retired DCI and his awesome Labrador win people and the authorise over, wherever they go. This makes for an interesting murder mystery read whilst still managing to be a relatively gentle one. No egos here, the key characters work together.
The girlfriend, Anna, is also lovely and a force in her own way. You'll enjoy a couple of relationship surprises in this one :)
I found this story a little bit of a stretch but still a very enjoyable cozy read.
Well done again to TA Williams and Boldwood Books. I highly recommend this book and the series if you like a gentle, flowing interesting story. and look forward to the further escapades of Dan and Oscar.
It's five out of five for me
With thanks to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and the author for my advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review
The girlfriend, Anna, is also lovely and a force in her own way. You'll enjoy a couple of relationship surprises in this one :)
I found this story a little bit of a stretch but still a very enjoyable cozy read.
Well done again to TA Williams and Boldwood Books. I highly recommend this book and the series if you like a gentle, flowing interesting story. and look forward to the further escapades of Dan and Oscar.
It's five out of five for me
With thanks to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and the author for my advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review
February 2, 2025
I'm reviewing this via NetGalley, as part of a tour with Rachel's Random Resources.
This is the tenth book in the Armstrong and Oscar cosy mysteries, set in Italy. Dan Armstrong, a private investigator, is looking into the discovery of a body which initially looks like a hit-and-run. This case may have a surprise in store, as Dan encounters someone that he never expected to see again.
I've enjoyed all the others that I've read from this series, and I enjoyed this one as well. Dan is a very likeable character, and I enjoy his close bond with his Labrador, Oscar. Once again, I enjoyed how the author worked with Italy as a setting, providing me with an escape. The story was entertaining, easy to read, and the characters are always fun to read about. This type of book is one of my go-to choices to relax with.
Thank you to NetGalley, Rachel's Random Resources, Boldwood Books, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.
This is the tenth book in the Armstrong and Oscar cosy mysteries, set in Italy. Dan Armstrong, a private investigator, is looking into the discovery of a body which initially looks like a hit-and-run. This case may have a surprise in store, as Dan encounters someone that he never expected to see again.
I've enjoyed all the others that I've read from this series, and I enjoyed this one as well. Dan is a very likeable character, and I enjoy his close bond with his Labrador, Oscar. Once again, I enjoyed how the author worked with Italy as a setting, providing me with an escape. The story was entertaining, easy to read, and the characters are always fun to read about. This type of book is one of my go-to choices to relax with.
Thank you to NetGalley, Rachel's Random Resources, Boldwood Books, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.
February 3, 2025
Ten books in to the Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery series and I’m as charmed as ever by the adventures of Dan and his loyal canine assistant. Williams manages to consistently strike the right note of low stakes intrigue that keeps me reading to the neat conclusion with each installment of this cozy series. I love the way the setting and local side characters are lovingly painted to situate the story within the idyllic Italian countryside, and I very much appreciate the way Oscar is consistently a part of the action and often even instrumental in solving the case.
Is the plotting highly innovative? No. Can the pacing and detective work feel a bit repetitive at times? Yes. But the lovable team of investigators doing their thing and catching the bad guys is exactly as advertised: the coziest of mysteries that it feels good to come back to after a long day in the real world.
Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
Is the plotting highly innovative? No. Can the pacing and detective work feel a bit repetitive at times? Yes. But the lovable team of investigators doing their thing and catching the bad guys is exactly as advertised: the coziest of mysteries that it feels good to come back to after a long day in the real world.
Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
February 13, 2025
T A Williams knows how to set the scene and writes an enjoyable cosy mystery .
Dan and Oscar are looking into a suspicious death , a body found outside a winery looks to be a case of a simple hit and run .
Although when Dan and Oscar are involved murder is never far away , they soon learn the man was already dead before he was run over .
The setting is idyllic and transports the reader off to warmer climes .
The characters are likeable and have a decent backstory and depth which makes for a perfect read.
Oscar the dog , sun and murder what’s not to like?
A great edition to an enjoyable series.
Looking forward to reading the next case for the sleuth and his trusty canine companion.
Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books.
Dan and Oscar are looking into a suspicious death , a body found outside a winery looks to be a case of a simple hit and run .
Although when Dan and Oscar are involved murder is never far away , they soon learn the man was already dead before he was run over .
The setting is idyllic and transports the reader off to warmer climes .
The characters are likeable and have a decent backstory and depth which makes for a perfect read.
Oscar the dog , sun and murder what’s not to like?
A great edition to an enjoyable series.
Looking forward to reading the next case for the sleuth and his trusty canine companion.
Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books.
January 26, 2025
I really enjoyed this book, the 10th in the series but my first read of Dan and his brilliant labrador Oscar.I liked the description of the Tuscan landscape, and the story was enjoyable. I would have liked to have got to known the characters better. Maybe because I had not read the other nine books, they felt a bit flat to me. That said, the plot was well thought out and clever. I really liked finding out what had happened, so I will come back for more adventures with Dan and Oscar.
Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood for giving me the opportunity to read Murder in the Tuscan Hills in exchange for my honest review.
Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood for giving me the opportunity to read Murder in the Tuscan Hills in exchange for my honest review.
February 18, 2025
Another great victory for Oscar and Dan
I love this series, with the lovable rascal Oscar, and Dan who keeps bumbling in his relationships but still keeps trying to do right. Luckily, it looks like Dan's relationship will still thrive. Can't help but feel good on behalf of Dan that his ex-wife got a bit of comeuppance after being somewhat rough on Dan with the divorce. And, the murder mysteries had some good puzzling aspects with a nice mix of suspects and victims. As always, I want to head to Tuscany after only a few chapters in. Can't wait for the next Dan and Oscar adventure.
I love this series, with the lovable rascal Oscar, and Dan who keeps bumbling in his relationships but still keeps trying to do right. Luckily, it looks like Dan's relationship will still thrive. Can't help but feel good on behalf of Dan that his ex-wife got a bit of comeuppance after being somewhat rough on Dan with the divorce. And, the murder mysteries had some good puzzling aspects with a nice mix of suspects and victims. As always, I want to head to Tuscany after only a few chapters in. Can't wait for the next Dan and Oscar adventure.
January 24, 2025
All is not as it seems. Someone has been killed and left on the roadside. Who saw what? Who knows what? Very soon there’s murder at the hotel, and mayhem. And a face from the past for Dan. Plenty of suspects.
A carefully woven plot with intrigue and complicated relationships. The adorable Oscar, Dan’s four-legged faithful partner is an active member of the investigation team. Highly recommend this interesting/riveting read.
I received an Advanced Reader Copy from NetGalley and Boldwood. I am writing a voluntary, honest review
A carefully woven plot with intrigue and complicated relationships. The adorable Oscar, Dan’s four-legged faithful partner is an active member of the investigation team. Highly recommend this interesting/riveting read.
I received an Advanced Reader Copy from NetGalley and Boldwood. I am writing a voluntary, honest review
February 13, 2025
Next Dan and Oscar mystery adventure in Italy, this time they are summoned to help the local police when a body is found near a luxury hotel owned by an American rock star. Wealthy guests are among the suspects, some mafia related so this will be a difficult one to solve.
Full with chianti flavors, this setting is the perfect one to enjoy the countryside and on the side, solve crimes…
I love the series, and really enjoyed reading each one of them. The best feature is the four-legged friend who is now considered part of the police team! 🐶😍
Full with chianti flavors, this setting is the perfect one to enjoy the countryside and on the side, solve crimes…
I love the series, and really enjoyed reading each one of them. The best feature is the four-legged friend who is now considered part of the police team! 🐶😍
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