New Fiction

Killing Jericho William Hussey

Scott Jericho has recently been released from jail and is now living at a fairground with his previously estranged family. Jericho was once a detective so when he discovers some century-old unsolved murders he can’t help but put his skills to use. This novel is full of suspense and surprises and is one that you won’t be able to put down. This is a great read from an award-winning author.  

Dressed to Drill Kate Carlisle

Shannon Hammer, renovator and super-sleuth, has begun work on a victorian church in Lighthouse Cove, however not far into the renovation project the body of a young woman is discovered. During the investigation of this recent murder several century-old mysteries are uncovered.

This has all the hallmarks of a great mystery: a beautiful location, a community of enjoyable characters and also a secret staircase.

The latest in the “A Fixer Upper” series, this works well as a stand-alone read.

All the Little Bird Hearts Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow

Sunday Forrester lives a careful and orderly life, sharing her home with her slightly out of control daughter. When charming new neighbours move in next door Sunday’s life slowly becomes less rigid. However, things ae not quite as they seem and the new neighbours actually have a sinister agenda on their minds.

The Whistling Rebecca Netley

The year is 1860 and Elspeth has journeyed from Edinburgh to a remote Scottish Island to begin work as a nanny. The twin brother of the child she cares for has died and the previous nanny has disappeared. Strange happenings abound: dolls turn up unexpectedly in random places, there is a mysterious sound of whistling and people are behaving oddly.  If you like a bit of suspense, this is the book for you.

Fly me to Moongate Manor Kate Forster

Things couldn’t get much worse for Amanda. Her mother has died, she is unemployed and the relationship she’s in seems to be going nowhere. When she finds out that she has been given a prize that her mother won, and that the prize is a cottage in a country village in England, she is happy to pack up and move from New York to a new home near the sea. This is a feel-good read with a good dose of romance thrown in.

The East Indian Brinda Charry

This story begins in India and is about a young orphan who, when twelve years old, is kidnapped and finds himself indentured to work as a servant in Jamestown, Virginia. This is a well-written story set in the 17th century. The author is a historian specialising in this period and this is reflected in the accurate details provided throughout the book.