Front cover of An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco by Hannah Hendy, paperback

An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco : A cosy Christmas murder mystery perfect to curl up with - Hannah Hendy

Hannah Hendy

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  • Pages · 304 pages
  • Publication Date · 06/08/2026
  • Genre · Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
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Festive joy and goodwill to all abounds, unless you're arch enemies. `At the top of the tree of modern whodunnits' Ian MooreAs Christmas approaches, Margery and her team of dinner ladies are asked to cater for the popular Ittonvale Winter Festival. However, the event is thrown into jeopardy by a wild storm - and a sinister turn of events. Food vendor Elliot is found unconscious, with a severe head injury, lying among toppled Christmas decorations. There are rumours of an argument with a rival stall owner the previous night. Could foul play be involved? The police can't reach the site until the weather changes, so Margery and Clementine are vigilant on the look out for suspicious behaviour. If their instincts are right, it means all attendees are trapped - including a possible attacker. As the duo get closer to the truth, they uncover a web of jealousy, competition and long held grudges. They must solve the case quickly, and before mayhem turns to murder.A delightfully cosy Christmas crime novel perfect for reading in front of the fire. For fans of Ian Moore, Fiona Leitch and Richard Coles.

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