Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop

Faye Lantern Mysteries #2

by Penny Townsend

Murder, Mystery, and a Hint of RomanceFaye Lantern wanted to settle into Petworth Village and celebrate the grand reopening of her teashop. But events take an unexpected turn as a body is discovered hidden within the tearoom walls.As past secrets resurface, Faye receives a letter from someone who knows the killer is still lurking in the village.Can Faye, who is struggling with her own past as she becomes increasingly close to Inspector Rawlings, put her feelings aside, even if it means risking her own life to catch the killer - who will do anything to keep the past buried?

164 pages, Paperback

Published March 25, 2024

About the author

Penny Townsend lives in Hampshire. Her first book Faye Lantern and the Search for the Village Murderer - is her debut in the world of Mystery writing.

As a qualified Life Coach and Counsellor, she has a unique perspective on our human qualities, which shines through in the characters she creates.

Sitting in her hanging chair surrounded by colorful cushions, sipping tea from her cat mug, and trying to stop her lovable and clumsy dog from knocking the cup over with his tail, is usual for Penny. But most often, you'll find her at her desk, writing the next in the series of the Faye Lantern Mysteries.

Reviews

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop is book two in the Faye Lantern Mysteries series by Penny Townsend. Faye Lantern has a dream of reopening her Teashop in Petworth Village. However, the celebration of the reopening of the Teashop was interrupted by the discovery of a body in one of the walls of the Teashop. Faye Lantern started to look for the killer, even with her struggles with her past. Will Faye Lantern and Inspector Rawlings find the killer and start a romantic relationship? The readers will continue to follow Faye Lantern's investigation to discover what happens.

Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop is the first book I have read by Penny Townsend. From the first page, I have engaged with the characters and the story of this excellent cozy mystery. Generally, I dislike reading books that highlight one character per chapter, but I found this book enjoyable.

I love Penny Townsend's portrayal of the characters of Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop and their interaction with each other throughout this book. The Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop is well-written and researched by Penny Townsend. I like Penny Townsend's description of the settings of Secrets and Skeletons in the Teashop, which complements the book's plot.

I recommend this book.

[Kirsty · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok, though relies on a huge number of timing coincidences. Make sure to read the 1st in series as this one starts some things half way through as though you know the 1st half