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Death On All Hallows' Eve: Part One Of The Four Tragedies Series
‘Bridget and Eileen sit like two old friends, except that one is dreaming while the other is dead.’
But when Eileen introduces her new dead friend, Bridget’s dream is in danger of becoming a nightmare.
Life is simpler when Omisha is just grieving for the tragic loss of her father, Harish. Yes, she is hiding away in a dingy coffee shop instead of going back to university. And she is using her best friend’s brother because she is too young for commitment. Oh, and there is the disgusting possibility that her uncle has been getting up close and personal with her mum.
She wishes she could go back to those halcyon days because now, her dad has sent her a message from beyond the grave. A message delivered by complete strangers who she has no reason to ‘He was murdered.’
But when Eileen introduces her new dead friend, Bridget’s dream is in danger of becoming a nightmare.
Life is simpler when Omisha is just grieving for the tragic loss of her father, Harish. Yes, she is hiding away in a dingy coffee shop instead of going back to university. And she is using her best friend’s brother because she is too young for commitment. Oh, and there is the disgusting possibility that her uncle has been getting up close and personal with her mum.
She wishes she could go back to those halcyon days because now, her dad has sent her a message from beyond the grave. A message delivered by complete strangers who she has no reason to ‘He was murdered.’
254 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 31, 2026
About the author
Rita Mistry
1 book3 followersI've always wanted to be a writer, but have only put in the effort in the last few years now that I've hit my fifties, I don't know why it's taken me so long - I do; I'm not great at doing hard things.
My first book, 'Death On All Hallows' Eve' is the first in a four-book series and although this first one has taken me a couple of years to write on and off, I have learnt a lot from the process, and hopefully the others will be more forthcoming.
I live on the Wirral with my wife who has been my first reader (of multiple versions of chapters) and she is also the artist for my book covers because she's talented like that.
My first book, 'Death On All Hallows' Eve' is the first in a four-book series and although this first one has taken me a couple of years to write on and off, I have learnt a lot from the process, and hopefully the others will be more forthcoming.
I live on the Wirral with my wife who has been my first reader (of multiple versions of chapters) and she is also the artist for my book covers because she's talented like that.
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October 28, 2026
This was an interesting story. It’s a perfect one to add to your spooky reading list. It has some supernatural elements and a murder to solve. It’s book one in this new series.
September 20, 2026
I read this debut novel over a couple of lazy days on holiday and, every time I had to put it down, I found myself looking forward to getting back to it. (I love a book that makes me antisocial)
Set across Liverpool and the Wirral, it has nice regional references which local readers will particularly enjoy.
The characters are one of the real strengths of the book. I especially enjoyed Omisha, a modern young woman balancing her own identity with the rich Indian heritage of her family. All the characters are well developed, each having a distinct personality that feels very authentic.
The story unfolds in a non-linear way, allowing us to peel back the layers of each character and understand them a little better with every reveal.
I’ve not always been drawn to books with a supernatural element, but this was handled well. Rather than dominating the story, it sits quietly alongside the everyday lives of believable characters, making the supernatural feel surprisingly natural.
A really enjoyable debut, and I’m looking forward to meeting these characters again in the next books in the series.
Set across Liverpool and the Wirral, it has nice regional references which local readers will particularly enjoy.
The characters are one of the real strengths of the book. I especially enjoyed Omisha, a modern young woman balancing her own identity with the rich Indian heritage of her family. All the characters are well developed, each having a distinct personality that feels very authentic.
The story unfolds in a non-linear way, allowing us to peel back the layers of each character and understand them a little better with every reveal.
I’ve not always been drawn to books with a supernatural element, but this was handled well. Rather than dominating the story, it sits quietly alongside the everyday lives of believable characters, making the supernatural feel surprisingly natural.
A really enjoyable debut, and I’m looking forward to meeting these characters again in the next books in the series.
October 13, 2026
Death On All Hallows Eve by Rita Mistry is an absolutely splendid debut novel that I thoroughly enjoyed. It is the first book in The Four Tragedies Series and I cannot wait for the subsequent books.
Rita Mistry has constructed a unique plotline, and has well executed it. The reader is drawn in and engaged from the start.
The lead characters are friends who love nothing more than a chat – but one of them is dead and the other is ‘dreaming’!
Other departed people pop up in Bridget’s dreams, one with an unusual request.
The novel is light-hearted, amusing and fun. It could be classed as a comedy of errors.
All the characters were well drawn and believable – even the dead ones!
The reader is briefly educated in the traditions of a Hindu wedding and a funeral.
We witness how grief holds a daughter back. And we see how things can be either deliberately or accidentally misinterpreted.
I absolutely loved Death On All Hallows Eve. It was highly amusing and entertaining. Rita Mistry is a fresh new talent and I cannot wait to read more from her.
I received a free copy via Rachel’s Random Resources for a blog tour. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.
Rita Mistry has constructed a unique plotline, and has well executed it. The reader is drawn in and engaged from the start.
The lead characters are friends who love nothing more than a chat – but one of them is dead and the other is ‘dreaming’!
Other departed people pop up in Bridget’s dreams, one with an unusual request.
The novel is light-hearted, amusing and fun. It could be classed as a comedy of errors.
All the characters were well drawn and believable – even the dead ones!
The reader is briefly educated in the traditions of a Hindu wedding and a funeral.
We witness how grief holds a daughter back. And we see how things can be either deliberately or accidentally misinterpreted.
I absolutely loved Death On All Hallows Eve. It was highly amusing and entertaining. Rita Mistry is a fresh new talent and I cannot wait to read more from her.
I received a free copy via Rachel’s Random Resources for a blog tour. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.
September 24, 2026
This novel has an unusual premise where characters sit in the afterlife and real life. It's very well written and the sense of the supernatural almost feels natural. The characters who have passed on blend in very well with the reality of life in the real world. Rita Mistry describes their personalities very well and introduces humour and poignancy at the same time. Omisha especially is an interesting character who weaves the story together with the main protagonists, Bridget and Sally. The pace kept me reading and always interested and my views were surprised by then end. I look forward to the sequel.
October 25, 2026
This is Rita's debut and the first of our Sally, Bridget and Eileen adventures.
Bridget's gift is an interesting one. I'm not sure if I'd want it although I do wonder who I'd have come talk to me.
She doesn't seem all that startled by her visitors although we do get the idea that she's always known herself to be a little quirky.
She does try to use her powers for good but the sleuthing is all very new and she has a few kinks to iron out.
The three women do make a good team and I'm interested to see who they help next!!
Bridget's gift is an interesting one. I'm not sure if I'd want it although I do wonder who I'd have come talk to me.
She doesn't seem all that startled by her visitors although we do get the idea that she's always known herself to be a little quirky.
She does try to use her powers for good but the sleuthing is all very new and she has a few kinks to iron out.
The three women do make a good team and I'm interested to see who they help next!!
September 20, 2026
Loved this book. I've recently started following the author's blog and only discovered last week that she was an author. A very different style of writing for me that I really enjoyed, coupled with a very good and very unusual storyline. Go read it, you won't regret it 🙂
September 20, 2026
A fun, relaxed and easy read with a brilliant characters. I found it surprisingly funny for a murder mystery, and it was easy to get into. Enough twists and intrigue to keep me wanting more. A really enjoyable read! 🍂📚
October 9, 2026
Death on All Hallows' Eve is the debut from Mistry, and it's the first book in The Four Tragedies series.
Paired with a cosy blanket and a pumpkin spiced latte it was absolutely perfect for the run up to Halloween.
The atmosphere was fun and full of hilarity. It was also treated as the norm. The mystery element kept me guessing, and for once I actually got it right! Cue fanfare...
Main characters were easily likeable, entertaining to read about, and were effortlessly warm. I look forward to hearing more from Bridget and Eileen in future books.
Paired with a cosy blanket and a pumpkin spiced latte it was absolutely perfect for the run up to Halloween.
The atmosphere was fun and full of hilarity. It was also treated as the norm. The mystery element kept me guessing, and for once I actually got it right! Cue fanfare...
Main characters were easily likeable, entertaining to read about, and were effortlessly warm. I look forward to hearing more from Bridget and Eileen in future books.
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