A Body on the Doorstep

London Ladies' Murder Club, Book 1

By: Marty Wingate

Narrated by: Naomi Frederick

Fiercely independent Mabel Canning can’t wait to begin working for the Useful Women’s Agency. But when she discovers a body on her client’s doorstep, it’s time to add solving murders to her job description…

London, 1921: Mabel Canning is proud to be a modern woman working for the Useful Women’s Agency, carrying out tasks for gentlewomen from flower arranging to washing muddy dogs. But when she answers the door for wealthy widow Rosalind Despard, she almost chokes on her cucumber sandwich when she finds a soldier’s body on the doorstep.

As she offers tea to the policemen of Scotland Yard, Mabel can’t resist getting drawn into the investigation. Who was the mysterious dead man? And why was he holding a letter for Rosalind, written by her late husband on the day he disappeared?

As Mabel hunts for clues, she joins forces with Rosalind’s handsome brother, former detective Park Winstone, and his adorable terrier, Gladys. But when Mabel suspects she is being followed, the detective duo know that time is running out before the killer strikes again.

As she investigates, Mabel discovers dusty old photographs that help her reveal the soldier’s true identity. But as she gets closer to uncovering the young man’s murderer, she knows she’s also one step closer to danger... Can she outsmart the killer and save Park and Rosalind before they also turn up dead as doornails?

A totally utterly charming Golden Age cozy mystery from USA Today bestselling author Marty Wingate. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman, Verity Bright and T.E. Kinsey.

©2024 Marty Wingate (P)2023 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.

Excellent

Great new mystery ,it was refreshingly different and easy to follow , the characters were likable and the plot had many twists and turns .The narrator was excellent,I thoroughly enjoyed it and looking forward to the next book

New 20s era Sleuth!

Good storyline and cosy enough for me. I really liked the characters and the mystery.

Enjoyed the Time Period

After WW I women began to feel a movement toward their independence. London was the place to strike out on their own seek employment and security without being under control of fathers or husbands. I enjoyed the friendship that developed between the three young women.

Witty

Loved it oh come on seriously. Is this 15 Ha ha ha ha ha done

Enjoyed this series

This book has likable characters. It has an easy paced and a strong female lead.

Mystery Maven

Nice mystery. Good narration, interesting characters, good puzzle. Recommend and look forward to the next entry.

Impressive new series

I like Mabel and the combination of her job and the mystery. So far, interesting character development and clever story lines.

Witty, mysterious

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It’s not one of my normal type reads, but it kept my attention and it was clean, fun, and mysterious

Enjoyable

I liked the characters and the storyline Well written and well read. Twists and turns

Enjoyable new cozy!

This is an enjoyable cozy with a smart, resourceful and independent female lead character! An interesting plot set in the 1920's with great characters The reader is perfect and adds so much to the feel of the story. Marty Wingate has done it again!