- Paperback: 320 pages
- Publisher: Pan (5 Mar 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0330448498
- ISBN-13: 978-0330448499
- Product Dimensions: 13 x 2.8 x 19.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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'Simon Brett spins his yarn with considerable skill and wit. Terrifically entertaining.'
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The tenth novel in the popular Fethering mysteries featuring Carole and Jude following from Blood at the Bookies.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Is this series becoming a little "tired"? I found myself less than gripped by this and I'm a dedicated fan of Brett. Not a convincing plot and just how much Chilean Chardonnay can Carole and Jude drink every lunch-time - or in each other's gardens? For me it's becoming less than realistic, the pace of this was rather slow and apart from Carole and Jude, who are an amusing and charming pair, the characters were flat or rather exaggerated - like Ted's ex-wife Sylvia and her new man. There was the usual social comment which always livens things up but this certainly is not my favourite. In fact I'm not sure Brett has captured the essence of the first three in the series. Not sure whether I'll read anymore but I do like the setting of the South Downs. That is very engaging and I like Carole and Jude too - need a stronger plot to bring it all out.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Once more there is trouble in Fethering as Carole and Jude the local amateur sleuths try to find out who is behind a campaign to destroy the reputation of their local pub. It begins as a case of food poisoning but soon becomes much more sinister as it turns to murder.
This is a gentle story which does not have the gory details that have become the standard in a lot of crime fiction. The Fethering books are a return to an all together calmer style of writing. They are very Agatha Christie with the busy body sleuths digging out the dirt behind village life. There are perhaps a few too many Chilean Chardonnay's and if you are an action junky these are not for you but it is an entertaining read that has a clear plot.
This is a gentle story which does not have the gory details that have become the standard in a lot of crime fiction. The Fethering books are a return to an all together calmer style of writing. They are very Agatha Christie with the busy body sleuths digging out the dirt behind village life. There are perhaps a few too many Chilean Chardonnay's and if you are an action junky these are not for you but it is an entertaining read that has a clear plot.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Jude and Carole - two of the most unlikely sleuths in crime fiction - have first hand experience of the latest spot of bother in Fethering. They both ate the scallops at the Crown and Anchor where Ted, the landlord, is a friend. But food poisoning is only the start of the problems in the pub and the seaside town of Fethering.
As they've been personally affected by the dodgy shellfish they are keen to find out what's going on. As usual there are misunderstandings between the two friends and Ted seems even more morose than usual because he's certain someone's got it in for him and his business. The story rattles along at a cracking rate and it's full of this author's usual humorous characters.
I particularly liked Kelly-Marie - the girl with learning difficulties who's determined to stand on her own feet and the pompous councillor who tries to browbeat everyone into his way of thinking is an absolute gem. If you haven't read any of this series each story can be read on its own. But if you read all the rest you get a better viewpoint on the relationship between Carole and Jude. I loved it and thought it was one of the best in the series.
As they've been personally affected by the dodgy shellfish they are keen to find out what's going on. As usual there are misunderstandings between the two friends and Ted seems even more morose than usual because he's certain someone's got it in for him and his business. The story rattles along at a cracking rate and it's full of this author's usual humorous characters.
I particularly liked Kelly-Marie - the girl with learning difficulties who's determined to stand on her own feet and the pompous councillor who tries to browbeat everyone into his way of thinking is an absolute gem. If you haven't read any of this series each story can be read on its own. But if you read all the rest you get a better viewpoint on the relationship between Carole and Jude. I loved it and thought it was one of the best in the series.
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Good Author
Good supplier, book as described. My husband is reading Brett's books and really enjoys them. He's working his way through The Fethering Mysteries at the moment so I'll be buying... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Roadhog
like a warm blanket
Some books keep you on the edge of your seat, thrilled, scared, intrigued. Maybe laughing you off it. And some books are like a bowl of chicken soup, or a nice walk in the park. Read more
Published 4 months ago by bennyben80
Good book
Great book - part of a 10-book series to date. Two lady sleuths trying (and succeeding) to solve the murder before the police do. Really nice read - would recommend.
Published 6 months ago by Jinny.p
writing by the yard
The Fethering mysteries began quite promisingly, with an unlikely pair of sleuths, but they have become very predictable. Read more
Published 22 months ago by piscator
not agatha christie
the book more or less fulfils expectations - but that little extra is misssing. Ok for an evening's read when you don't want to have to think too hard.
Published 24 months ago by Roy J. Jenkins
good
quick delivery.many thanks.book well up to simon brett standard.enjoyed it from first page.cant wait to read his next one.
Published on 29 May 2010 by Michael Levitt
Never a Dull Moment in Feathering!
I do love Simon Brett's Who-dunnits. I was a big devote of Charles Paris and wondered if Carole and Jude could ever replace him in my affections! Read more
Published on 26 April 2010 by J. S. Bundy
Fethering Mystery
I have all Simon Brett's books and this lived up to his usual standard. What I enjoy is the little bits of information about Jude which appear in each novel and how Carol gradually... Read more
Published on 25 April 2010 by Mrs. P. Hainsworth
Running out of ideas
I have read all the previous Fethering mysteries and have enjoyed them. But this felt a little fanciful and convoluted. Read more
Published on 18 April 2010 by Mrs. Patricia A. Ramshaw
The Usual Service!
As usual from Simon Brett, another Fethering mystery that is the usual, thoroughly enjoyable, tosh!
Published on 13 April 2010 by Blane
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