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by Lesley Cookman (Author)
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  • Paperback: 400 pages
  • Publisher: Accent Press Ltd (8 May 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1905170157
  • ISBN-13: 978-1905170159
  • Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 11 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
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"Take Murder in Steeple Martin on the plane with you, and annoy your fellow-passengers by laughing out loud." --Judith Cutler in Shots Magazine

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In the tradition of Paul Gallico's classic "Too Many Ghosts" with a touch of Caroline Graham's "Midsomer" series, and a hint of Katie Forde's rural romance, this is a tale of engaging misfits and muddlers in a Kent village, whose theatrical endeavours rouse the long arm of the past with murderous consequences. 'Artist Libby Sarjeant's fresh start in a picturesque Kent village includes an exciting new venture - the Oast House Theatre. She never expects it to include a new romance in the form of Ben, but who's complaining? She just isn't expecting ingredients three, four and five: mystery, intrigue, and the shadow of old murder...' First in a new series - watch out for more murder mysteries featuring middle aged actress come investigator, Libby Sarjeant.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Slow starter soon pulls you in, 24 Feb 2007
This book starts a little slowly but very soon rewards those who stick with it and becomes one of the most engaging books I have read in a long time. Vaguely reminiscent of Agatha Raisin, in that the heroine is a dumpy middle-aged, neurotic woman who lives in deeply rural England with a cat. Yet this is by no means a rip-off.

Somewhat less manic than A.R., both series carry on an old and well-established style of British Mystery writing. That said, it is clear that Lesley Cookman has gone out of her way to break some of the rules. For example there is only -shock, horror!- *one* murder in her book;her characters have no access to the Police enquiry, so are working completly in the dark; and as much as she can she has avoided having characters do obviously stupid things.

This is not an earth-shattering book, but it is a thoroughly good read and is well-worth the asking price. I will definately be reading all sequels and recommend other to do likewise.
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5.0 out of 5 stars nicely staged, 10 Aug 2006
By P. Ashley "aka trisha ashley" (Conwy United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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A delightful murder mystery artfully staged. The theme of a play about to be performed in the village playhouse by local actors stirs up some murky doings in the past, leading to tragic consequences. I thought I'd guessed who dun it...but the twists and turns came thick and fast and it turned out I wasn't the next Miss Marple after all. Libby Sarjeant might be, though.
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5.0 out of 5 stars More, please! , 20 Jul 2006
By Mrs. E. C. Young "lizyounguk" (London) - See all my reviews
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This was a 'great escape' when I needed one! Quite apart from a supremely likeable heroine in Libby, and twists even a spot-the-twist reader like me couldn't see coming, I particularly loved the fascinating flashbacks into the old hop-pickers' era. A great page-turning read - how about Libby starting up another theatre in another village setting with all sorts of lovely murk lurking in the woodwork??

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4.0 out of 5 stars A good read for holidays and train journeys
This book has some engaging characters and an attractive setting in the sort of village that we would like to believe exists even if it doesn't. Read more
Published 15 days ago by P. Roberts

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Murder Mystery
This is a very enjoyable and entertaining book. It combines an intriguing murder mystery with some well-drawn, lively characters, and a touch of romance.
Published 1 month ago by Frances Wookey

1.0 out of 5 stars Murder in Steeple Martin
Oh dear..... Given the rapturous reviews for this book (and the follow up books) featuring Libby Sarjeant, and my eager pleasure at finding the more obscure crime writers on... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Belfast Dave

5.0 out of 5 stars A plot that kept me guessing to the end.
Ex-actor Libby Sarjeant is now living with her cat Sydney in a village in Kent. She has taken on the direction of a play at the Oast House Theatre. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lizzie Hayes

5.0 out of 5 stars It's behide you, Libby!!!!
First discovered this book in Turkey. Couldn't put it down. Have bought copies for friends (don't believe in second hand book)so they can enjoy Libby and village murders.
Published 8 months ago by Mr. J. P. Goss

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Read
I am a great fan of murder mysteries and this book is one of my favorites. Brilliant twists and three plots! What more could you want. Well done, any more coming out?
Published on 17 Jul 2006 by Maxine Rolls

5.0 out of 5 stars A great fun read
A lovely escapist read. Set in deepest, darkest Kent, this book gives an insight into the world of current day amateur (and not so amateur) dramatics, 1940s hop-picking, and has... Read more
Published on 29 May 2006 by G. Stewart

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