About the book
A harmless game of Murder in the Dark? Or an invitation to die for?
It is Christmas 1936 and guests gather at Maybridge Castle for its grand reopening. Snow settles over the Cumbrian countryside as sherry is poured and polite conversation masks private tensions.
Among the eclectic group of guests are a doctor and his new wife, tarot readers, a journalist, and an elderly amateur sleuth accompanied by her cat. When a parlour game ends with a body on the floor, the festive atmosphere fractures.
Someone has changed the rules. . . but who? Suspicion moves through drawing rooms and corridors, revealing grudges, secrets, and calculated deceit.
Readers love Ada Moncrieff:
'An absolute delight of a book'
'Compelling and engaging Christmas historical crime'
‘Her prose reminds me of the brilliant PG Wodehouse.'
'A cosy mystery with the added charm of a Christmas setting. What more could a reader want.'
'Beautifully written, funny, and gripping. Can't wait to see what Moncrieff comes up with next.'
Editions of Murder at Maybridge Castle
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781787304314
- EBook
- ISBN 9781529914375
Read an Excerpt
A harmless game of Murder in the Dark? Or an invitation to die for?
It is Christmas 1936 and guests gather at Maybridge Castle for its grand reopening. Snow settles over the Cumbrian countryside as sherry is poured and polite conversation masks private tensions.
Among the eclectic group of guests are a doctor and his new wife, tarot readers, a journalist, and an elderly amateur sleuth accompanied by her cat. When a parlour game ends with a body on the floor, the festive atmosphere fractures.
Someone has changed the rules. . . but who? Suspicion moves through drawing rooms and corridors, revealing grudges, secrets, and calculated deceit.
Readers love Ada Moncrieff:
'An absolute delight of a book'
'Compelling and engaging Christmas historical crime'
‘Her prose reminds me of the brilliant PG Wodehouse.'
'A cosy mystery with the added charm of a Christmas setting. What more could a reader want.'
'Beautifully written, funny, and gripping. Can't wait to see what Moncrieff comes up with next.'
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murder at Maybridge Castle about?
A harmless game of Murder in the Dark? Or an invitation to die for?
It is Christmas 1936 and guests gather at Maybridge Castle for its grand reopening. Snow settles over the Cumbrian countryside as sherry is poured and polite conversation masks private tensions.
Among the eclectic group of guests are a doctor and his new wife, tarot readers, a journalist, and an elderly amateur sleuth accompanied by her cat. When a parlour game ends with a body on the floor, the festive atmosphere fractures.
Someone has changed the rules. . . but who? Suspicion moves through drawing rooms and corridors, revealing grudges, secrets, and calculated deceit.
Readers love Ada Moncrieff:
'An absolute delight of a book'
'Compelling and engaging Christmas historical crime'
‘Her prose reminds me of the brilliant PG Wodehouse.'
'A cosy mystery with the added charm of a Christmas setting. What more could a reader want.'
'Beautifully written, funny, and gripping. Can't wait to see what Moncrieff comes up with next.'
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Murder at Maybridge Castle?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Crime and mystery: cosy mystery
Where can I read a sample of Murder at Maybridge Castle?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781787304314
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Murder at Maybridge Castle?
Ada Moncrieff
Who is the Publisher of the book Murder at Maybridge Castle?
Random House
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Murder at Maybridge Castle is available as paperback(ISBN 9781787304314) and ebook(ISBN 9781529914375)
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