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

Simple, straightforward, character, development, and plot design. Nothing profound, but enjoyable.

Just how sweet and gentle it was compared to all the gore and overly sexualized relationship content that seems to be current in our society

New 20s era Sleuth!

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

Slowly intriguing

I wasn’t sure if this was going to go the way that all mysteries go, but I didn’t listen. First of all the person who was illustrating had a very soothing voice. It was easier to pay attention to the storyline, and the persons quirks in the illustrator’s voice, Nick is to be so irritating, that you forget what the story was about. Second, I really like how everything is lined up. It’s not miss you guys. She is not cut your throat‘s cryptic. It is something I can see myself doing walking through the fog and someone I don’t want to give away anything but I really didn’t like this and I did not expect the killer to be the killer. 

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