Welcome to Holmestead, England ~ where an American ex-pat, an archaeologist, and murder turn this picture postcard village upside down.Maggie Mulgrew runs The Ash Leaf, an antique shop in the quaint village of Holmestead, England ~ which has nothing to do with Sherlock, thank you very much. She sells her goods to disappointed tourists, and locals who appreciate her eclectic taste.Professor … taste.
Professor Pembroke Martin is hunting down an artifact that had been stolen by a former assistant ~ a hand-blown apothecary jar that is the center of an old ghost story. His search leads him to Holmestead, and a stubborn, fascinating American who has acquired the box that once contained the rare jar.
When the missing jar turns up, clutched in the hand of the very dead local historian, Martin becomes the prime suspect. With his future on the line, Martin turns to Maggie for help, and they join forces to find the real killer.
Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries:
Witch in the Dell and 2 More Mini Mysteries
Book 1 – Ghost of a Chance
Book 2 – Written on the Wind
Book 3 – Spirit of the Season
Book 4 – Dancing on her Grave
Book 5 – Way of the Witch
Book 6 – Ghosts of the Past
First Collection Books 1-3
Second Collection Books 4-6
Join Kit as he follows in his mum’s footsteps.
Kit Martin Mysteries:
Prequel – The Pharaoh’s Eye
Book 1 – The Witch’s Cup
Book 2 – The Roman’s Shield
more
I was expecting more ghostly happenings. Was a little disappointed in that missed chance. Were they there but too subtle for me?
good story but not exactly what I expected. I thought it would have a ghost element but it did not.
Great characters. Nice plot twist. Entertaining cozy mystery.
It was a good read
Wouldn’t recommend it.
enjoyed reading
I loved the whole series, just sad that it is over!
Loved this book and the characters in this quaint town.
Wow! Great story. The author draws you in and then lets you guess the suspects until you find out – you were wrong!
cute story, plucky heroine. Fun to read
A fun cozy mystery!
Loved the link of people interested in antiques. Good relationships and conflicts. Nice build to the end and intro to the continuation in the next book.
The first in a wonderful series set in the small British village of Holmestead–with mysteries abounding! A splendid paranormal/cozy mystery!
fun read.
Nice story. I enjoyed it.
This was an enjoyable book with interesting characters. I’m looking forward to reading other books in the series.
Looking forward to reading more of this series.
Unusual story line. Appreciated the supernatural aspect which was underlying the basic plot. Interested to see where the author takes it from here.
Loved, story plot and characters.
I enjoyed the story and characters.