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Summary: Murder in the Cotswolds!
Review: In the 4th book in the Melissa Craig mystery series, the reader finds Mel at work again on her latest mystery novel. Living in the Cotswolds of England was a decision that she treasures, and she has settled down to life in her peaceful bungalow. Having best friend, Iris Ash, nearby, Melissa feels that her life is nearly perfect. When millionaire, Richard "Mitch" Mitchell asks her to write a spooky play for his birthday celebration, Mel tries her hand at something a bit out of the ordinary. Attending one of the rehearsals for her "pantocrime", Melissa is there when the dead body of one of the actors is found. Never one to believe that suicide is the reason for death, Melissa immediately becomes suspicious. And when Mitch approaches her about some strange business dealings at his hotel, she reluctantly agrees to help him find the culprit. Are the spooks rumored to be in residence at the hotel causing the disturbances or could it be the illicit activities of a member of the staff? Was the actor pushed or did he simply fall down the cellar steps accidentally? Mel finds herself immersed too deeply to back away, and helps crack a case with international ties.I enjoyed the latest Mel Craig mystery much more than I had the previous case, Over the Edge, set in France. I wished that the character, Iris Ash, had played a larger role in this case, however as she lends a levelheaded tone to each of Melissa's cases. One of the developments that I enjoyed was a new romantic interest for Mel (although the vocation of which is largely overused in this genre) and the plot was both fresh and interesting. I highly recommend this series and this book even if you have not read any of the previous novels in the series. The first book in the series is "A Little Gentle Sleuthing". Enjoy! A Cozy Lover
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