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  • Death on a Winter's Day

  • A Totally Addictive Cozy Murder Mystery (A Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery, Book 8)
  • By: Verity Bright
  • Narrated by: Karen Cass
  • Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (433 ratings)

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Death on a Winter's Day

By: Verity Bright
Narrated by: Karen Cass
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Publisher's summary

Christmas at the castle with holly, handmade gifts, snowflakes and...is that a body under the tree? Someone call Lady Swift!

Winter, 1921. Lady Eleanor Swift, amateur sleuth and reluctant lady of the manor, has been invited to spend Christmas in Scotland, at the beautiful castle of her dear friends Baron and Baroness Ashley. Even her favorite companion, master of mischief Gladstone the bulldog, is coming along to share a slice of turkey. As snow begins to fall outside, the rather mismatched group are cozy by the roaring fire, sharing a tipple over a plate of Mrs. Trotman’s famous mince pies.

But after what was supposed to be a fun party game, Mr. Eugene Randall is found dead at the feast. A somewhat unpopular business associate of the Baron’s from across the pond, it seems Mr. Randall has certainly upset somebody. Was it what he said about Scottish whisky?

The killer must be in the castle...and when the Baron is arrested, Baroness Ashley begs Eleanor to investigate. Determined not to let her friend down, Eleanor sets about questioning the remaining partygoers.

All too swiftly, someone else is found dead, having apparently fallen from a high balcony. As if one murder wasn’t enough to put a twist in the tinsel! Eleanor knows she’s skating on thin ice now. And when she discovers a hidden document that points the finger of suspicion at the unlikeliest of suspects, she realizes there’s more to the story. Can Eleanor catch the killer before it’s time for Christmas dinner?

The perfect cozy mystery to curl up with this winter! Fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey, and Lee Strauss are in for a festive treat.

©2021 Verity Bright (P)2021 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.
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Critic reviews

"What a great cozy mystery! I am hooked! This is the best book, bar none, that I have read this year.... An extremely witty, fast-paced mystery.... I love the heroine, intrepid adventuress.... A most enjoyable read!" (Reviews by Carol in Tallahassee)

"What a wild ride it is!… Gripping.... This book is what would happen if Downton Abbey and Agatha Christie had a baby. Fun, fast-paced read with lots of charm!" (The Literary Wife)

"I was literally on the edge of my seat until the last page trying to figure out the mystery. It’s an adorable, captivating book." (Washington Life Magazine)

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Especially well done!

I’m a huge fan of this cozy mystery series! I hope all the titles will become audible versions! The main characters are very likable, the level of suspense holds my attention while still being a relaxing listening experience, and the humor and sweetness among the characters keeps me looking forward the next adventure into another cozy mystery in this series.

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Terrific Storyline

Always enjoy the adventures (misadventures?) of Verity Bright's characters. Is romance far behind? I think it is coming closer?!

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Sigh

Finally Eleanor and Hugh get together!

Another adventure in Scotland with these beloved characters. Murder, mystery and intrigue! Love the books!!

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Great story

Wonderful story in the saga of Lady Swift. A twist as you will never see the ending coming!

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Great

I love this series. Hope Elsinore and Hugh get together soon. Love all the characters

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More Please

We love these characters. Can't wait for the next advertenture. Hope it will be soon

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great book, great series

Loveable chacters, richly threaded (of the series). You make the rating process too aggravating. Elly and her staff, as well as her "beau" are a good mix.

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Adventurous read!

We all need a dauntless team like Eleanor and Clifford to keep us going! Brava!

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Exceptional

I've enjoyed all of Eleanor's adventures but this latest installment is my new favorite. The narrator is excellent and I can't wait for the next book!

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Fantastic

A wonderful story with drama romance and suspense
Characters are very engaging and the description is excellent!

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