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Cherringham #28-30
Cherringham - Episode 28-30
Jack's a retired ex-cop from New York, seeking the simple life in Cherringham. Sarah's a Web designer who's moved back to the village find herself. But their lives are anything but quiet as the two team up to solve Cherringham's criminal mysteries.
This compilation contains episodes 28 - 30.
A DINNER TO DIE FOR
When a new restaurant with a starred American chef opens in Cherringham, it seems the Spotted Pig has a worthy rival. But a series of disturbing incidents turns that rivalry into something dangerous - perhaps even fatal. Jack and Sarah get involved and soon discover dark secrets about the new chef Anna ... Can they uncover what is really happening before both restaurants go belly-up?
THE DROWNED MAN
Accidents happen to Charley Clutterbuck. Always just scraping by, living on his ramshackle boat, not above the dodgy deal here and there ... So when his body is found floating down river, accidental drowning seems the logical conclusion. But Charley's pal Ray thinks it's murder. And when Jack and Sarah get involved ... they find themselves facing an unexpected danger as they uncover the strange truth.
THE GENTLEMAN VANISHES
Bernard Mandeville loves trains. Every Sunday, the elderly and frail Bernard, in perfect attire, purchases a ticket on the Great Cotswold's Steam Railway, takes a seat in First-Class and revels in a journey from the past. But on one particular Sunday, in the midst of that short trip, the impossible happens. Bernard vanishes without a trace ... The family reaches out to Sarah and Jack who must make their own remarkable journey on the rails ... to track down the vanished gentleman!
This compilation contains episodes 28 - 30.
A DINNER TO DIE FOR
When a new restaurant with a starred American chef opens in Cherringham, it seems the Spotted Pig has a worthy rival. But a series of disturbing incidents turns that rivalry into something dangerous - perhaps even fatal. Jack and Sarah get involved and soon discover dark secrets about the new chef Anna ... Can they uncover what is really happening before both restaurants go belly-up?
THE DROWNED MAN
Accidents happen to Charley Clutterbuck. Always just scraping by, living on his ramshackle boat, not above the dodgy deal here and there ... So when his body is found floating down river, accidental drowning seems the logical conclusion. But Charley's pal Ray thinks it's murder. And when Jack and Sarah get involved ... they find themselves facing an unexpected danger as they uncover the strange truth.
THE GENTLEMAN VANISHES
Bernard Mandeville loves trains. Every Sunday, the elderly and frail Bernard, in perfect attire, purchases a ticket on the Great Cotswold's Steam Railway, takes a seat in First-Class and revels in a journey from the past. But on one particular Sunday, in the midst of that short trip, the impossible happens. Bernard vanishes without a trace ... The family reaches out to Sarah and Jack who must make their own remarkable journey on the rails ... to track down the vanished gentleman!
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Published July 31, 2019
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September 3, 2021
#1 (#28 in series) A Dinner to Die For 4* 8/25-26/21 (113)
Who's trying to 'kill' a new restaurant? A small restaurant war, a possible romance for Jack (though never mentioned after this story, neither Anna, the new restaurant's chef)
#2 (#29 in series) The Drowned Man 3* 8/26-27/21 (97)
Accident or murder? (rather graphic description of the drowning); additional setting Gloucester
#3 (#30 in series) The Gentleman Vanishes 3* 8/27-28/21 (102)
Missing person case; kind of locked room mystery; set around steam railway; many errors, 'solved' pretty early
Who's trying to 'kill' a new restaurant? A small restaurant war, a possible romance for Jack (though never mentioned after this story, neither Anna, the new restaurant's chef)
#2 (#29 in series) The Drowned Man 3* 8/26-27/21 (97)
Accident or murder? (rather graphic description of the drowning); additional setting Gloucester
#3 (#30 in series) The Gentleman Vanishes 3* 8/27-28/21 (102)
Missing person case; kind of locked room mystery; set around steam railway; many errors, 'solved' pretty early
November 16, 2023
It was good to listen to a few more episodes after a bit of a break. These were more of the same but still good.
February 9, 2020
Three terrific little tales; these short stories are getting more intricate as the series progresses, and perfect to read in between other books.
The first concerns restaurant wars, the second is a rather nasty drowning and the third reveals the village has a vintage train line.
The last was particularly good as there were lots of ways the plot could’ve become too silly or derivative but it avoided both.
Sadly I seem to have caught up with all the compilations so may have to start buying the individual stories.
No option for audible version on the GR menu. Can’t imagine these tales without Neil Dudgeon’s excellent narration (so much better than he is on Midsomer) plus the chiming doorbell introduction.
The first concerns restaurant wars, the second is a rather nasty drowning and the third reveals the village has a vintage train line.
The last was particularly good as there were lots of ways the plot could’ve become too silly or derivative but it avoided both.
Sadly I seem to have caught up with all the compilations so may have to start buying the individual stories.
No option for audible version on the GR menu. Can’t imagine these tales without Neil Dudgeon’s excellent narration (so much better than he is on Midsomer) plus the chiming doorbell introduction.
January 16, 2025
A DINNER TO DIE FOR
When a new restaurant with a starred American chef opens in Cherringham, it seems the Spotted Pig has a worthy rival. But a series of disturbing incidents turns that rivalry into something dangerous - perhaps even fatal. Jack and Sarah get involved and soon discover dark secrets about the new chef Anna ... Can they uncover what is really happening before both restaurants go belly-up?
THE DROWNED MAN
Accidents happen to Charley Clutterbuck. Always just scraping by, living on his ramshackle boat, not above the dodgy deal here and there ... So when his body is found floating down river, accidental drowning seems the logical conclusion. But Charley's pal Ray thinks it's murder. And when Jack and Sarah get involved ... they find themselves facing an unexpected danger as they uncover the strange truth.
THE GENTLEMAN VANISHES
Bernard Mandeville loves trains. Every Sunday, the elderly and frail Bernard, in perfect attire, purchases a ticket on the Great Cotswold's Steam Railway, takes a seat in First-Class and revels in a journey from the past. But on one particular Sunday, in the midst of that short trip, the impossible happens. Bernard vanishes without a trace ... The family reaches out to Sarah and Jack who must make their own remarkable journey on the rails ... to track down the vanished gentleman!
*********** ❤ ***********
These are just pleasant to get cozy and listen to.
When a new restaurant with a starred American chef opens in Cherringham, it seems the Spotted Pig has a worthy rival. But a series of disturbing incidents turns that rivalry into something dangerous - perhaps even fatal. Jack and Sarah get involved and soon discover dark secrets about the new chef Anna ... Can they uncover what is really happening before both restaurants go belly-up?
THE DROWNED MAN
Accidents happen to Charley Clutterbuck. Always just scraping by, living on his ramshackle boat, not above the dodgy deal here and there ... So when his body is found floating down river, accidental drowning seems the logical conclusion. But Charley's pal Ray thinks it's murder. And when Jack and Sarah get involved ... they find themselves facing an unexpected danger as they uncover the strange truth.
THE GENTLEMAN VANISHES
Bernard Mandeville loves trains. Every Sunday, the elderly and frail Bernard, in perfect attire, purchases a ticket on the Great Cotswold's Steam Railway, takes a seat in First-Class and revels in a journey from the past. But on one particular Sunday, in the midst of that short trip, the impossible happens. Bernard vanishes without a trace ... The family reaches out to Sarah and Jack who must make their own remarkable journey on the rails ... to track down the vanished gentleman!
*********** ❤ ***********
These are just pleasant to get cozy and listen to.
March 31, 2021
Another great slice of Cherringham pie !
With characters like family, places like home, the Cherringham duo continue to unravel the curious plots around them. Another great story.
To the Authors... I’m never quite sure how to say/think the “hmm” that appears from most characters lips at some point. Would be ok as a single character trait, but not uttered bu most people in the book. And ending statements with, yes? Or no? Bit odd.
However I love these books to bits. Read everyone in order, it does help, in order, as the characters evolve as do the locations and reference to them. I hope Jack and Sarah get together at some point, plenty or hints but no action yet. Great books!!!!!
With characters like family, places like home, the Cherringham duo continue to unravel the curious plots around them. Another great story.
To the Authors... I’m never quite sure how to say/think the “hmm” that appears from most characters lips at some point. Would be ok as a single character trait, but not uttered bu most people in the book. And ending statements with, yes? Or no? Bit odd.
However I love these books to bits. Read everyone in order, it does help, in order, as the characters evolve as do the locations and reference to them. I hope Jack and Sarah get together at some point, plenty or hints but no action yet. Great books!!!!!
August 8, 2019
Great train ride!
This was three interesting and great story combinations. I enjoyed each separate story and looked forward to solving the story with my two favorite detectives. My favorite was the last story which because of its ending. It was a great train ride indeed. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a great detective adventure.
This was three interesting and great story combinations. I enjoyed each separate story and looked forward to solving the story with my two favorite detectives. My favorite was the last story which because of its ending. It was a great train ride indeed. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a great detective adventure.
September 30, 2019
Terrific series!!
Loved every one of these books! Couldn't put them down. The characters are so real and the mysteries got better with each story. I definitely recommend this series to mystery lovers everywhere! 😀
Loved every one of these books! Couldn't put them down. The characters are so real and the mysteries got better with each story. I definitely recommend this series to mystery lovers everywhere! 😀
April 25, 2020
Great Series!’
I have really enjoyed reading all the books in the series. Wonderful characters, great mysteries, & writing!
Looking forward to the next book with 3 stories that’s arriving in August.
I have really enjoyed reading all the books in the series. Wonderful characters, great mysteries, & writing!
Looking forward to the next book with 3 stories that’s arriving in August.
May 17, 2020
A wonderfully good read.
Another satisfying time spent with Jack and Sarah. I love that the mysteries don't always involve death and murder. Each tale focuses on unraveling the well created puzzle.
Another satisfying time spent with Jack and Sarah. I love that the mysteries don't always involve death and murder. Each tale focuses on unraveling the well created puzzle.
June 23, 2020
Read this before, years ago!
I could remember a lot of the details, just not the sweet ending. I loved it even more this time being oh so familiar with Jack and Sarah. Alone or in a series, id recommend this cosy crime! Enjoy!!
I could remember a lot of the details, just not the sweet ending. I loved it even more this time being oh so familiar with Jack and Sarah. Alone or in a series, id recommend this cosy crime! Enjoy!!
June 12, 2023
As always, I really enjoy these cozy crimes with Jack and Sarah. "The Gentleman Vanishes" was especially good! These stories are even better when listened to thanks to Neil Dudgeon's narration.
September 11, 2024
Good short stories to pick up when you have long chores to do.
August 26, 2019
I have read all the 30 Cherringham books and enjoyed them immensely. I can never wait for the next to come and I am never disappointed. Thank you for entertaining me.
December 30, 2019
I enjoyed another compilation of three short Cherringham mysteries.
April 26, 2020
3.75. I enjoy these light mystery stories. The narrator is very good and the characters are like old friends now.
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