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Murder After Midnight: A compelling and completely addictive mystery
'With fascinating characters and an intriguing plot, this is a real page turner' KATIE FFORDE'Lesley Cookman is the Queen of Cosy Crime' PAUL MAGRSA new year dawns over the sleepy coastal town of Heronsbourne and brings with it a brand-new case for amateur sleuth Libby Sarjeant.When a woman's body is found on the local golf course after an illicit New Year's party, news quickly spreads, and Libby finds herself being tracked down by locals desperate to share information about the victim, Jackie Stapleton.But things are never that simple in Libby's world. Whilst everyone had an opinion on Jackie, it seems nobody really knew much about her. Libby's chum DCI Connell is being more tight-lipped than usual, and even with her friend Fran Wolfe's help, discovering a motive for the killing is frustratingly difficult.Is the murder linked to some distinctly dodgy dealing, a dispute with the local golf club, or something far more sinister - a ghost from Libby's past?Gripping and unputdownable, Murder After Midnight is the latest instalment in the much-loved Libby Sarjeant series by Lesley Cookman. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, J. R. Ellis and LJ Ross.Readers LOVE the Libby Sarjeant 'I've read all of the books in this series and love them all' 5* Reader Review'Just can't get enough of reading about Libby and her friends' 5* Reader Review'Libby's gang are like old friends and I was hooked from the start' 5* Reader Review'Love this series, roll on the next one!' 5* Reader Review'I adore the characters and the village. I wish I could live on All Hallows Lane and be a part of this gang. Hoping for a new novel soon. Highly recommend' 5* Reader Review'The characters are so likeable. I would love to visit the mythical Steeple Martin!' 5* Reader Review
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Published August 19, 2021
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March 10, 2022I’m afraid I can’t rate this book as I didn’t get very far before I gave up on it.
Murder After Midnight is the 22nd book in the series and to be fair to the author, I picked this up on the recently returned shelf at the library so wasn’t familiar with the characters. Now I expect to be unfamiliar with the characters but the best authors are able to bring a reader new to the series up to speed to a large extent with Who is who and where they fit. However, this author introduced or mentioned so many characters (often just by their first name ) that my head was spinning and I gave up by on page 20.
By the way 20 characters not including the murder victim by page 20. (I know because I went back and counted them.). I suppose I could have made notes but notes but I read for pleasure not to create work. Sorry.
Murder After Midnight is the 22nd book in the series and to be fair to the author, I picked this up on the recently returned shelf at the library so wasn’t familiar with the characters. Now I expect to be unfamiliar with the characters but the best authors are able to bring a reader new to the series up to speed to a large extent with Who is who and where they fit. However, this author introduced or mentioned so many characters (often just by their first name ) that my head was spinning and I gave up by on page 20.
By the way 20 characters not including the murder victim by page 20. (I know because I went back and counted them.). I suppose I could have made notes but notes but I read for pleasure not to create work. Sorry.
August 28, 2021
Brilliant, just Brilliant!!! I really enjoyed this latest book by Lesley Cookman, I can honestly say I am one of Libby's Loonies!!!
The latest book in the Libby Sarjeant mystery series sees her and Fran making enquiries on behalf of their friend and DCI Ian Connell about a murder on the marshes at New Year. However, certain things start to make both Libby and Fran think they are being used. Will Libby and Fran be able to find out more than the police can?, after all people tend to talk to them both more than the authorities; but, after her snooping goes too far, will this prove to be the last in Libbys informal investigations?
Lots of characters from past series crop up in this latest book, and the previous book is mentioned alot, whilst it's not a part 2 of that investigation, it certainly helps to have read that book, if not the rest of the whole series before reading this book.
This truly is a must read, as are all the rest of this wonderful series. Become one of Libbys Loonies, you won't regret it!
The latest book in the Libby Sarjeant mystery series sees her and Fran making enquiries on behalf of their friend and DCI Ian Connell about a murder on the marshes at New Year. However, certain things start to make both Libby and Fran think they are being used. Will Libby and Fran be able to find out more than the police can?, after all people tend to talk to them both more than the authorities; but, after her snooping goes too far, will this prove to be the last in Libbys informal investigations?
Lots of characters from past series crop up in this latest book, and the previous book is mentioned alot, whilst it's not a part 2 of that investigation, it certainly helps to have read that book, if not the rest of the whole series before reading this book.
This truly is a must read, as are all the rest of this wonderful series. Become one of Libbys Loonies, you won't regret it!
October 12, 2022
Oh dear! I really liked the early books in this series. I had then missed the last 5 or so and then came across this one.
It is such a mess. I wonder if it is because of being written in lockdown and the author couldn't focus.
So many references to the previous book, Murder on the Edge, which sounded much better.
A murder victim you couldn't care about because nobody liked her. Too much rushing around, introducing new characters. Lots of meals in pubs and cafes (wishful thinking?).
Mostly very dull. Then the cardinal sin of introducing the murderer right at the end of the book.
Maybe this series has run its course?
It is such a mess. I wonder if it is because of being written in lockdown and the author couldn't focus.
So many references to the previous book, Murder on the Edge, which sounded much better.
A murder victim you couldn't care about because nobody liked her. Too much rushing around, introducing new characters. Lots of meals in pubs and cafes (wishful thinking?).
Mostly very dull. Then the cardinal sin of introducing the murderer right at the end of the book.
Maybe this series has run its course?
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January 9, 2023
I know these books aren’t classic literature, but they are a really good easy, quick reads that don’t require too much brain power. Really enjoyed this one. Don’t think I would have found it easy going if I wasn’t a member of Libby’s Loonies and has read all the previous books. This one in particular needs you to have read at least the previous one (Murder on the Edge). It did tie up a lot of loose ends.
Have already got the next book in the series and can’t wait for more.
Have already got the next book in the series and can’t wait for more.
January 16, 2026
First I’ve read by this author and likely the last.
Implausible plot that’s very reliant on previous books in the series. Ridiculous and unnecessary number of characters, largely cardboard cutouts. The protagonist drinks more cups of tea than anyone else in a book, and seems to spend almost every night in one or other village pub in her area.
In a word, tedious.
Implausible plot that’s very reliant on previous books in the series. Ridiculous and unnecessary number of characters, largely cardboard cutouts. The protagonist drinks more cups of tea than anyone else in a book, and seems to spend almost every night in one or other village pub in her area.
In a word, tedious.
October 9, 2021
More of the same but not in a bad way.
Usual characters and ok plot . But you do really need to have read the last few books recently to remember who everyone is especially the last book . But if you like the series then it's ok.
Usual characters and ok plot . But you do really need to have read the last few books recently to remember who everyone is especially the last book . But if you like the series then it's ok.
February 7, 2022
I found the book a tad boring and was beginning to force myself to read the book as I wanted to find out who the murderer was. It was difficult to remember all the characters and at times got confusing.
September 1, 2021
A bit tortuous at times and frustrating. But we could guess little bit as to what was happening. Another masterpiece. Very gripping.
October 23, 2021
This is great fun. Sly humour, well drawn character and a plot that draws the reader in. A winning formula. Very well written.
February 4, 2024
So dull, repetitive and underwhelming
June 6, 2025
A new author for me enjoyed the flow of the story.
August 19, 2021
Hugely entertaining
A new Libby Sarjeant adventure, with a chance to catch up with old friends, is always a treat. One of the great copy crime series.
A new Libby Sarjeant adventure, with a chance to catch up with old friends, is always a treat. One of the great copy crime series.
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