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The Murders at Foxglove Close
If you enjoyed Midsomer Murders , you will love Rose Temple's Neighbourhood Watch series! Perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, Faith Martin and Helen Cox.The sleepy village of Little Cote was meant to be a quieter pace of life for ex-Met PC Jemima Cotton. But she soon discovers, here a petty rivalry can erupt into full-blown murder . . .Police Officer Jemima Cotton expected Little Cote to be a quieter pace of life. But, unlike London, everyone knows everyone, and beyond the cake sales and coffee mornings, tea parties and village fetes, the neighbours aren't all the best of friends . . .When Jemima is unpacking her mugs and teabags in her new home on Foxglove Close, she's called to attend her first murder investigation. She's excited, until she discovers it's only a few doors down from her. And she hasn't even met her new neighbours yet! As she steps out of her house in full uniform, Jemima can feel the eyes on the back of her neck, and she can see the curtains and blinds twitching.But the crucial question is why did the lonely gentleman at the end of the road get murdered, eating dinner alone at his garden table, tucking into a new bottle of Chablis? As she digs deeper into the murder, Jemima discovers that here in Little Cote, underneath the surface, tensions bubble away . . . and the smallest vendetta can erupt into full blown murder.Real Readers LOVE The Murders at Foxglove 'A thoroughly enjoyable bedtime read . . . a single sitting page-turner''A glorious dollop of pure escapism . . . Wholly enjoyable, relaxing and entertaining''The witty humour, lighthearted mystery, idiosyncratic characters and beautiful rural setting help bring both the story and the characters to life. Highly recommended''Excellent start for a new cozy series . . . Highly recommended'If you enjoyed The Murders at Foxglove Close , the second instalment Death on the Doorstep is available to pre-order now! Out on July 15th!
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174 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 17, 2021
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June 17, 2021
The Murders at Foxglove Close is the first instalment in the Neighborhood Watch Mystery series and features Police Constable Jemima Cotton who has recently moved from the hustle and bustle of London to the country for a slower pace of life. Moving into Foxglove Close in the village of Little Cote, Sussex, she certainly doesn't miss her chaotic work as a Met officer or the break up in her relationship, but little does she know, this isn't going to be a piece of cake in terms of policing either. The local neighbourhood is positively teeming with gossips who even have their own WhatsApp group to ensure they don't miss anything. But soon murders begin to occur with one even happening on her very own street and this results in her recruitment to local CID.
An elderly gentleman has seemingly been mercilessly slaughtered while dining al fresco in his back garden. Who would do such a thing and wreak such havoc in the tight-knit community? This is a compelling, absorbing and utterly charming opener to a brand new cosy mystery series and the fact that it is written by a former Hampshire Constabulary rural beat officer means both the police procedures and the small community descriptions are spot on. The descriptions of the village and its people are so vivid and evocative reminding me of those English country villages such as Midsomer. The witty humour, lighthearted mystery, idiosyncratic characters and beautiful rural setting help bring both the story and characters to life. Highly recommended.
An elderly gentleman has seemingly been mercilessly slaughtered while dining al fresco in his back garden. Who would do such a thing and wreak such havoc in the tight-knit community? This is a compelling, absorbing and utterly charming opener to a brand new cosy mystery series and the fact that it is written by a former Hampshire Constabulary rural beat officer means both the police procedures and the small community descriptions are spot on. The descriptions of the village and its people are so vivid and evocative reminding me of those English country villages such as Midsomer. The witty humour, lighthearted mystery, idiosyncratic characters and beautiful rural setting help bring both the story and characters to life. Highly recommended.
June 29, 2021
The Murders at Foxglove Close is the début instalment in Rose Temple's Neighbourhood Watch Mystery series featuring Police Constable Jemima Cotton. Jemima, 34, has recently moved from London to the country for a more relaxed life. Foxglove Close in the village of Little Cote, Sussex, doesn't necessitate such a chaotic work schedule as to when she was a Met officer and she's glad to be free of her ex and her soured relationship. However, her new neighbourhood is swarming with gossips though Jemima's enjoying her role in Sussex Constabulary's neighbourhood policing team based at Laversham police station. Jemima has been staying in her Aunt Natalie's spare room but is moving to her own house. But on this warm July day, a gentleman named Daniel Drake has been found dead while dining in his back garden.
This is an absorbing and compelling series opener and I took to Jemima almost immediately. The small community descriptions are just right and the people are vividly brought to life by the author. The humour, lighthearted mystery, characters and rural setting all inject oomph into the story. An extremely enjoyable, terrifically good read.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel from Hodder & Stoughton via NetGalley at my request and this review is my own unbiased opinion.
This is an absorbing and compelling series opener and I took to Jemima almost immediately. The small community descriptions are just right and the people are vividly brought to life by the author. The humour, lighthearted mystery, characters and rural setting all inject oomph into the story. An extremely enjoyable, terrifically good read.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel from Hodder & Stoughton via NetGalley at my request and this review is my own unbiased opinion.
July 28, 2021
I'm very pleasantly surprised with this book!
It's actually a cosy mystery, with likable characters and a little bit (well, maybe more than little) od small community pettiness which I loved.
The mystery itself is not the most groundbreaking, but it's interesting enough.
I'll be definitely reading the next book in the series.
I received this book from the Publisher in an exchange for an honest review
It's actually a cosy mystery, with likable characters and a little bit (well, maybe more than little) od small community pettiness which I loved.
The mystery itself is not the most groundbreaking, but it's interesting enough.
I'll be definitely reading the next book in the series.
I received this book from the Publisher in an exchange for an honest review
June 7, 2021
The story is told through the eyes of Jemima Cotton, a police officer who has moved into a rural village from London. She has to fit in with her new neighbours, but the catch is that one of them is a murderer.
I liked the irony and humour about neighbours, rural life, and a small rural police force. The crime was also quite well woven and not obvious, with a touch of Agatha Christie in the use of herbs as poisons.
I was also reminded of Beatrix Potter (Jemima Puddle Duck meats a fox among the foxgloves...)
I just wish, however, that the "I'm running away from a cheating ex" trope had not been played.
I liked the characters and will read the next book when it is published.
I liked the irony and humour about neighbours, rural life, and a small rural police force. The crime was also quite well woven and not obvious, with a touch of Agatha Christie in the use of herbs as poisons.
I was also reminded of Beatrix Potter (Jemima Puddle Duck meats a fox among the foxgloves...)
I just wish, however, that the "I'm running away from a cheating ex" trope had not been played.
I liked the characters and will read the next book when it is published.
August 1, 2021
Fun, fresh and fatal!
Yes, this was addictive. It kept me glued. The writing flows, the descriptions are clear, the information regarding foxgloves well researched. ( I was a little suspicious that so many characters were unaware of their poisonous properties though ).
The characters were acceptable. Maybe a hint of ticking a few boxes but Jem and most of her colleages were credible.
The key factors were the tenacity of Jem and the light touch of the author.
So pleased I read this and would happily read more in the series.
Yes, this was addictive. It kept me glued. The writing flows, the descriptions are clear, the information regarding foxgloves well researched. ( I was a little suspicious that so many characters were unaware of their poisonous properties though ).
The characters were acceptable. Maybe a hint of ticking a few boxes but Jem and most of her colleages were credible.
The key factors were the tenacity of Jem and the light touch of the author.
So pleased I read this and would happily read more in the series.
July 10, 2021
This was a fun read
Great murder mystery, and fun reading. My first time reading this author, but certainly not the last. I discovered the television series, Midsomer Murders during the pandemic, and fell in love with it. This book is like an episode in book form. Quirky characters in rural England, each one fully developed so you could experience them, and feel like you're there. That's what I liked most. Minimal profanity and graphic sexual content, for which I'm grateful. A compelling story with good writing. Loved Jemima and her team.
Great murder mystery, and fun reading. My first time reading this author, but certainly not the last. I discovered the television series, Midsomer Murders during the pandemic, and fell in love with it. This book is like an episode in book form. Quirky characters in rural England, each one fully developed so you could experience them, and feel like you're there. That's what I liked most. Minimal profanity and graphic sexual content, for which I'm grateful. A compelling story with good writing. Loved Jemima and her team.
December 24, 2021
Excellent storytelling made this an enjoyable read. The author has a knack for creating mystery and keeping the reader guessing until the end.
June 19, 2021
About a third of the way in, I began to wonder if this was written by an actual police officer and it appears that I was correct! It’s not a masterpiece, but it was an easy, enjoyable read and I didn’t suspect the murderer until the housewarming party (although had no idea why!). It’s overall well done, although the characters feel a bit flat. Hopefully, they will fill out a bit as the series moves forward - assuming that. this is a series - as I will be keeping an eye out for the next.
This was not available on Goodreads when I read it in May, but I want to thank NetGalley, the author and publisher for the ARC to read and review. All opinions are strictly my own.
This was not available on Goodreads when I read it in May, but I want to thank NetGalley, the author and publisher for the ARC to read and review. All opinions are strictly my own.
July 2, 2021
This book was a fun small town/village cosy murder mystery. We follow police constable Jemima Cotton who moves from London to a small place in Sussex and is immediately thrust into a murder investigation amidst her new neighbors. All the characters were interesting with distinct personalities. My only qualm is that the ending was underwhelming and not surprising. If there are more books in this series, then I'd surely give them a try cause I like the characters.
May 19, 2021
Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! (or do they)
A cosy murder mystery very reminiscent of Midsomer's Murders with a strong female lead character who sees her professional and personal life overlap as a newly appointed village bobby of Little Cote.
An easy read which I thoroughly enjoyed, look forward to seeing were this series progresses.
A cosy murder mystery very reminiscent of Midsomer's Murders with a strong female lead character who sees her professional and personal life overlap as a newly appointed village bobby of Little Cote.
An easy read which I thoroughly enjoyed, look forward to seeing were this series progresses.
July 7, 2021
An enjoyable cosy mystery set in a Sussex village with a rural police officer as the main protagonist. This is not a traditional police procedural, although the authenticity of the procedures is evident. This is a study of human nature, village dynamics tinged with humour, mystery and romance.
PC Cotton is an engaging protagonist and a resourceful sleuth. The rural police team are convincingly portrayed. The vibrantly created villagers provide Jemima Cotton with many suspects and constant interference in her personal life.
The plot is well thought-out and, this promises to be an entertaining cosy mystery series with noteworthy originality.
I received a copy of this book from Hodder and Stoughton via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
July 4, 2021
The Murders at Foxglove Close is the first in a new mystery series for those who enjoy British cozy mystery shows like Midsomer Murders. Jemima is a big city cop that's moved to a tiny village called Foxglove Close in Sussex. Looking for a break from the bit city. Until she's offered to work with the Sussex Constabulary, and help patrol the neighborhood of Foxglove Close. An older man is found dead and Jemima is wrapped up in the investigation.
April 10, 2023
A quiet village neighborhood
Foxglove close is the new home for city cop, Jemima, and seemed to be a peaceful place until the murders started!
Kept me Guessing and reading long passed bedtime. I highly recommend it. Going back to Amazon to find Book 2!
Foxglove close is the new home for city cop, Jemima, and seemed to be a peaceful place until the murders started!
Kept me Guessing and reading long passed bedtime. I highly recommend it. Going back to Amazon to find Book 2!
November 11, 2022
Good little story. Suddenly I was at the climax and thought I'd missed a chapter.
January 10, 2026
I enjoyed it
September 20, 2022
This was a clever mystery with plenty suspects.
July 3, 2021
Jemima a police constable, moved to a quiet village seeking peace, quiet, no judgemental neighbours and wanting to live a quieter paced life.
She did not expect such nosy neighbours who would monitor her every move, describe all her actions on a neighbourhood Whatsapp group (which she has joined under
an assumed name!) and then get dragged into a murder which develops into murders just down the road.
Despite the murders, there is a lot of humour and plenty of action of every kind - from the free wheeling marital high jinks in a seemingly conservative
village to characters of every kind. It all adds to the interest and expands the story to cover so much of interest that your attention never wavers.
It was a light hearted cozy mystery, set in idyllic surroundings but with human elements of greed, bad decisions and very human mistakes.
She did not expect such nosy neighbours who would monitor her every move, describe all her actions on a neighbourhood Whatsapp group (which she has joined under
an assumed name!) and then get dragged into a murder which develops into murders just down the road.
Despite the murders, there is a lot of humour and plenty of action of every kind - from the free wheeling marital high jinks in a seemingly conservative
village to characters of every kind. It all adds to the interest and expands the story to cover so much of interest that your attention never wavers.
It was a light hearted cozy mystery, set in idyllic surroundings but with human elements of greed, bad decisions and very human mistakes.
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