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Death in a Classroom
A new life. A fresh start. A murder she didn’t commit.
When Maeve Morgan arrives in the quiet Scottish town of Strathfulton to take possession of her unexpected inheritance, she expects challenges—restoring the crumbling estate, gaining the trust of her wary staff, and settling into the role of Countess. What she doesn’t expect is to become the prime suspect in a murder investigation.
A beloved schoolteacher is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and with Maeve being the newcomer and an outsider, suspicion falls squarely on her. The local police inspector—a bumbling yet stubborn man determined to prove his worth—seems all too eager to pin the crime on the mysterious new countess. But Maeve isn’t one to sit idly by.
With her past experience as a police officer in England, she knows how to follow the clues, ask the right questions, and see beyond small-town gossip. But the more she digs, the more secrets she unearths—secrets that some would kill to keep buried. As whispers swirl around her and the town watches her every move, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of high society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks.
Can she clear her name and prove her worth to the town before the real killer strikes again? Or will her new beginning end in a most tragic way?
A crumbling estate, a reluctant detective, and murders that turn high society upside down—The Maeve Morgan Cozy Murder Mysteries is a spinoff of the bestselling Lady Darriby-Jones Mystery series that promises intrigue, laughter, and plenty of twists!
Get your copy of Death in a Classroom and see how events unfold in this historical cozy mystery.
When Maeve Morgan arrives in the quiet Scottish town of Strathfulton to take possession of her unexpected inheritance, she expects challenges—restoring the crumbling estate, gaining the trust of her wary staff, and settling into the role of Countess. What she doesn’t expect is to become the prime suspect in a murder investigation.
A beloved schoolteacher is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and with Maeve being the newcomer and an outsider, suspicion falls squarely on her. The local police inspector—a bumbling yet stubborn man determined to prove his worth—seems all too eager to pin the crime on the mysterious new countess. But Maeve isn’t one to sit idly by.
With her past experience as a police officer in England, she knows how to follow the clues, ask the right questions, and see beyond small-town gossip. But the more she digs, the more secrets she unearths—secrets that some would kill to keep buried. As whispers swirl around her and the town watches her every move, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of high society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks.
Can she clear her name and prove her worth to the town before the real killer strikes again? Or will her new beginning end in a most tragic way?
A crumbling estate, a reluctant detective, and murders that turn high society upside down—The Maeve Morgan Cozy Murder Mysteries is a spinoff of the bestselling Lady Darriby-Jones Mystery series that promises intrigue, laughter, and plenty of twists!
Get your copy of Death in a Classroom and see how events unfold in this historical cozy mystery.
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200 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 6, 2025
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October 27, 2025
A very good read, but I wonder if the name miss “Ces Pitt” was a deliberate pun or not. Seemed appropriate for a castle.
April 6, 2025
A new life. A fresh start. A murder she didn’t commit.
When Maeve Morgan arrives in the quiet Scottish town of Strathfulton to take possession of her unexpected inheritance, she expects challenges—restoring the crumbling estate, gaining the trust of her wary staff, and settling into the role of Countess. What she doesn’t expect is to become the prime suspect in a murder investigation.
A beloved schoolteacher is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and with Maeve being the newcomer and an outsider, suspicion falls squarely on her. The local police inspector—a bumbling yet stubborn man determined to prove his worth—seems all too eager to pin the crime on the mysterious new countess. But Maeve isn’t one to sit idly by.
With her past experience as a police officer in England, she knows how to follow the clues, ask the right questions, and see beyond small-town gossip. But the more she digs, the more secrets she unearths—secrets that some would kill to keep buried. As whispers swirl around her and the town watches her every move, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of high society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks.
Can she clear her name and prove her worth to the town before the real killer strikes again? Or will her new beginning end in a most tragic way?
This 1920s murder mystery is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters that are an amateur sleuth, a.k.a. Maeve Morgan, who is captivating, intelligent, resilient, and other characters that are unique/quirky, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with death in a classroom in this 1920s murder mystery that is a spinoff of the bestselling Lady Darriby-Jones Mystery series that promises intrigue, laughter, and plenty of twists, suspense that will leave readers on the edge of their seats, a crumbling estate, a reluctant detective, and murders that turn hight society upside down, drama, danger, heartfelt emotions, a new life, a fresh start, a murder Maeve Morgan didn't commit, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of hight society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks, a race against time to clear her name by solving the murder and catching the killer before they catch her, adventure, action, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate their readers' hearts and attention with death in a classroom in this 1920s murder mystery that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly dangerous, mysterious, and unforgettable.
When Maeve Morgan arrives in the quiet Scottish town of Strathfulton to take possession of her unexpected inheritance, she expects challenges—restoring the crumbling estate, gaining the trust of her wary staff, and settling into the role of Countess. What she doesn’t expect is to become the prime suspect in a murder investigation.
A beloved schoolteacher is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and with Maeve being the newcomer and an outsider, suspicion falls squarely on her. The local police inspector—a bumbling yet stubborn man determined to prove his worth—seems all too eager to pin the crime on the mysterious new countess. But Maeve isn’t one to sit idly by.
With her past experience as a police officer in England, she knows how to follow the clues, ask the right questions, and see beyond small-town gossip. But the more she digs, the more secrets she unearths—secrets that some would kill to keep buried. As whispers swirl around her and the town watches her every move, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of high society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks.
Can she clear her name and prove her worth to the town before the real killer strikes again? Or will her new beginning end in a most tragic way?
This 1920s murder mystery is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters that are an amateur sleuth, a.k.a. Maeve Morgan, who is captivating, intelligent, resilient, and other characters that are unique/quirky, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with death in a classroom in this 1920s murder mystery that is a spinoff of the bestselling Lady Darriby-Jones Mystery series that promises intrigue, laughter, and plenty of twists, suspense that will leave readers on the edge of their seats, a crumbling estate, a reluctant detective, and murders that turn hight society upside down, drama, danger, heartfelt emotions, a new life, a fresh start, a murder Maeve Morgan didn't commit, Maeve must navigate the treacherous waters of hight society, small-town politics, and a murderer who may be closer than she thinks, a race against time to clear her name by solving the murder and catching the killer before they catch her, adventure, action, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate their readers' hearts and attention with death in a classroom in this 1920s murder mystery that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly dangerous, mysterious, and unforgettable.
March 24, 2025
This is a charming spin-off from The Lady Darriby-Jones Mystery series. Maeve is unsure what to expect when she inherits an estate in Scotland. When the body of a professor is discovered on her first day she investigates due to the police department's incompetence. While investigating, learning her role as a countess, and dealing with insolent staff, she finds herself making allies in the most unexpected places. This is a great start to a new series. I am looking forward to the continuation of this series as Maeve becomes more secure in her role and understanding of the area she is now a part of.
April 9, 2025
Now that she has moved to Scotland can Sgt Maeve Morgan leave her police work behind and fulfill her new duties as the Countess of Baritone and Strathfulton? After encountering the dead body of a schoolteacher, she notifies the police department and is immediately arrested. As a spin-off of the Lady Darriby-Jones books it seems that the Countess will end up using her previous experience in assisting the short-handed police department, as well as taking on the responsibilities of the Countess. Looking forward to the next book in this series. A quick read filled with mystery and humor,
I received an ARC of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review.
I received an ARC of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review.
September 1, 2025
It makes more sense, when you read the stories in sequence. I like this Maeve, ex sergeant of a police force turned Countess. I think a commoner might just do better than the aristocracy, sometimes, and she is proving that point gracefully. In this adventure, the school teacher in the nearby village has been murdered and it seems up to the Countess to find his murderer, because the rural constable seems to want to call it an accident and forget about it. The killer is found and order is restored. The story is a good one, though and well worth your time and effort to read.
March 21, 2025
A great new series starter, I hope! Maeve the Police Sergeant from the Lady Darriby-Jones series has inherited a title & a large estate in the distant Scottish Highlands. On the day she arrives the local school teacher is found dead in his chair by one of his students. Countess Maeve gets arrested! Her lawyer arrives & soon gets her freed & they set about trying to sort out who did the deed and why. A fun book to read, several giggles escaped me.
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March 30, 2025
Castle Challenges!
This is a fantastic spin off story for the Lady Darriby-Jones series with one of my favourite characters, Maeve, inheriting a castle in Scotland. As always, never a dull moment and lots of humour kept me enjoying the book. I recommend this book and I am looking forward to reading this series.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily writing this review.
This is a fantastic spin off story for the Lady Darriby-Jones series with one of my favourite characters, Maeve, inheriting a castle in Scotland. As always, never a dull moment and lots of humour kept me enjoying the book. I recommend this book and I am looking forward to reading this series.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily writing this review.
April 7, 2025
I received an ARC and this is my voluntary review. A good new cozy mystery featuring Maeve Morgan in Scotland as a countess. When she comes across a murdered teacher in her new town she becomes the main suspect in his murder. With her former background as a police officer she must delve into the people and see who could have done the murder. A truly enjoyable first book in a new series that hopefully will have many more books.
May 29, 2025
Death in a Classroom
Maeve inherits a castle and lands and leaves her job as police sergeant behind. The school master is murdered and the search begins for the killer. You meet many interesting characters that work for Maeve but also become her friends. The book was slow to get started but find has an unexpected ending.
I was given this book as an advanced reader copy and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
Maeve inherits a castle and lands and leaves her job as police sergeant behind. The school master is murdered and the search begins for the killer. You meet many interesting characters that work for Maeve but also become her friends. The book was slow to get started but find has an unexpected ending.
I was given this book as an advanced reader copy and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
June 15, 2025
A joy to read
This is a joy to read. A spin off from this authors others series. Maeve Morgan ex police sergeant is now a Countess, complete with a crumbling estate, no staff, no support and currently prime suspect in the schoolteachers murder. A witty tale with lovely characters, excellent storyline and mystery. Loved it and I have already bought the next one. I am hooked. I received an ARC copy but then bought the book anyway.
This is a joy to read. A spin off from this authors others series. Maeve Morgan ex police sergeant is now a Countess, complete with a crumbling estate, no staff, no support and currently prime suspect in the schoolteachers murder. A witty tale with lovely characters, excellent storyline and mystery. Loved it and I have already bought the next one. I am hooked. I received an ARC copy but then bought the book anyway.
April 7, 2025
She expects challenges, restoring the crumbling estate, gaining the trust of her wary staff, and settling into the role of Countess. What she doesn’t expect is to become the prime suspect in a murder investigation.She isn't responsible for this, but who is?
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This in no way affects my opinions of this book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This in no way affects my opinions of this book.
May 12, 2025
This was a great read! A fish out of water if you like. Young woman suddenly inherits a huge amount of land and a castle. Same young woman now a countess! Yes, Miss Maeve Morgan is now Lady Maeve. But she hasn't left her police instincts behind her! She finds a dead body, gets arrested for the crime but she saves the day and makes new friends along the way.
April 6, 2025
An inheritance leads to a new start. But it also leads to murder and becoming a suspect. This is a new cozy series that focus on a strong-willed female sleuth. It has potential to be a worthy series.
January 14, 2026
Most Enjoyable New Series
Great book. I have read some of the Darriby-Jones books so that helped me get into the swing of things. From Maeve's first walk walk to the village to the angry women in town, this is a good story. Looking forward to reading the next book.
Great book. I have read some of the Darriby-Jones books so that helped me get into the swing of things. From Maeve's first walk walk to the village to the angry women in town, this is a good story. Looking forward to reading the next book.
April 7, 2025
A wonderful spin-off of the Lady Darriby-Jones series
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