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A Body at the Christmas Book Fair
The Kitt Hartley Yorkshire Mysteries (Book 9)
- Author
- Helen Cox
- Narrator
- Colleen Prendergast
- Publisher
- Quercus
- Publish Date
- 6 November 2025
- Run Time
- 8 hours 48 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
While making merry at the York Christmas Book Fair, Kitt Hartley finds herself drawn into a murder mystery with a festive twist. The victim is Leonard Bell, a festival volunteer who suddenly drops dead during his performance of A Christmas Carol.
The next day, police identify the cause of death as an unknown toxin. Fearing for his own life, Bell's lab partner Kevin Ripley enlists Kitt's help to track down the killer - before it's too late.
As Kitt and her team begin to investigate the poisoning, they uncover a twisting web of long-held grudges and stolen antidotes. But even with surprise help from some very old friends, can Kitt unravel the truth? Or will the invisible assassin escape unpunished?
Cosy up to enjoy this new Kitt Hartley murder mystery starring some surprise bookish guests, set at the most wonderful time of the year.
Readers love the Kitt Hartley Mysteries:
'What a fantastic, enthralling read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A well-crafted, satisfying mystery' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Perfect for winter months besides the fire' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I loved it. I know you will, too' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I couldn't put this book down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Absolutely loved it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Critics Review
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PRAISE FOR HELEN COX: 'Cosy and amusing'
Irish Independent
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Brilliantly funny and charming
Northern Life
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A great read with smart characters and a clever plot
Candis
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This cosy thriller . . . has a unique atmospheric charm
Woman Magazine
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Details
- Author
- Helen Cox
- Narrator
- Colleen Prendergast
- Duration
- 8 hours 48 minutes
- Release Date
- 6 November 2025
- ISBN
- 9781529442199
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Quercus
- Genre
- Crime and mystery: women sleuths / detectives, Crime and mystery: cosy mystery
Synopsis
***The brand-new festive cosy mystery in the Kitt Hartley series!***While making merry at the York Christmas Book Fair, Kitt Hartley finds herself drawn into a murder mystery with a festive twist. The victim is Leonard Bell, a festival volunteer who suddenly drops dead during his performance of A Christmas Carol.The next day, police identify the cause of death as an unknown toxin. Fearing for his own life, Bell's lab partner Kevin Ripley enlists Kitt's help to track down the killer - before it's too late. As Kitt and her team begin to investigate the poisoning, they uncover a twisting web of long-held grudges and stolen antidotes. But even with surprise help from some very old friends, can Kitt unravel the truth? Or will the invisible assassin escape unpunished?Cosy up to enjoy this new Kitt Hartley murder mystery starring some surprise bookish guests, set at the most wonderful time of the year.Readers love the Kitt Hartley Mysteries:'What a fantastic, enthralling read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A well-crafted, satisfying mystery' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Perfect for winter months besides the fire' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved it. I know you will, too' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I couldn't put this book down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely loved it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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