Front cover of A Very Vexing Murder by Lucy PhD Andrew, paperback

A Very Vexing Murder : A BRAND NEW utterly addictive cozy mystery set in the world of Jane Austen - perfect for fans of The Other Bennet Sister! - Lucy PhD Andrew

Lucy PhD Andrew

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  • Pages · 432 pages
  • Publication Date · 05/03/2026
  • Genre · Historical fiction
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Loving The Other Bennet Sister? Don't miss this unputdownable and deliciously witty cozy crime caper set in the world of Jane Austen's Emma!'Great fun and with more twists than a very twisty thing. Recommended!' Reader review, 5 starsHarriet Smith. Companion. Wallflower. Sleuth? Mrs Churchill is convinced someone is trying to kill her. As if she didn't have enough to vex her, she fears that lowly Jane Fairfax has won the heart of her nephew, Frank. She hires Emma Woodhouse's secretly devious companion Harriet Smith to break up the relationship and uncover who wants her dead. As Harriet's list of suspects grows, will she prevent the worst from happening? And will she avoid falling for the charming Frank Churchill herself? An utterly charming cozy crime mystery set in the world of Jane Austen's Emma, perfect for fans of Janice Hadlow, Richard Osman, Rhys Bowen or Bridgerton. 'A giant dollop of wicked humour, all delivered in an absolute page-turner. Would love to read a follow on!' Caroline Corcoran, bestselling author of Tiny DaggersReaders are getting out their smelling salts for this deliciously fun debut!'Emma Woodhouse would be shocked and amazed. I absolutely loved this book!' Reader review, 5 stars'A Very Entertaining Book! . . . witty, clever and rich with adventure!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Witty, clever and rich with adventure! Great fun!' Reader review, 5 stars

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