Titles in This Set:
Murder by the Book
A Game of Murder
From Murder with Love
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124027261
Overview:
Dive into the Cosy Crime Club Mysteries with this three-book collection from M. R. G. Davies. Each title follows a tight-knit community of readers, sleuths, and bookshops where puzzle-loving amateurs turn fiction into fact. Murder by the Book introduces a Reading Group from a quaint bookshop who, inspired by their favourite fictional detectives, start investigating when their manager is found dead among the shelves. A Game of Murder relocates the action to a remote country house, where a snowbound weekend among crime-writing enthusiasts unfolds into a charged whodunnit, as the group pieces together clues from events at the manor. From Murder with Love sends the quartet to a weekend celebrating a late author, only to uncover a Cold War-era mystery hidden in an archive, with a spy, a runaway train, and a ticking clock. This set is warmly plotted, character-driven, and perfect for fans of clever, charming puzzles.
What Makes This Collection Special:
What ties these three mysteries together is more than shared setting; it’s a cohesive reading journey built on love of books, classic detection, and community. The Norcester-meets-Quaint-Bookshop atmosphere carries a comforting, familiar rhythm, while each book escalates the stakes through carefully laid clues, misdirections, and satisfying deductions. Davies sustains a light, witty tone that honours traditional cosy crime while delivering genuine twists. Readers gain a complete mini-arc: a trio of cases that feel connected by shared investigators, recurring motifs, and a shared respect for the thrill of the literary puzzle. The result is a binge-ready collection that rewards re-reads and conversation alike.
Books Included in This Collection:
Murder by the Book
When the manager of The Quaint Bookshop is found slumped between the shelves, the four members of the shop's reading group spring into action. They bring to bear the diagnostic curiosity of their favourite detectives, turning observations into questions. The police investigate, but the group’s affection for puzzle-solving keeps them in the chase. Atmosphere, wit, and a clever closure make this a compelling opener to the set.
A Game of Murder
The Norcester crime bookshop’s reading group is invited to a remote country house to assess the vast library of Lord and Lady Verity. A death at the tower, a brutal snowstorm, and a cast of suspects create a chilling backdrop. The amateurs dust off classic detective methods, identify logical connections, and reveal a culprit before the game-playing killer claims another victim. The result is a smart, cosy caper with a strong sense of place.
From Murder with Love
A weekend celebrating the life of a celebrated crime author becomes a case of historical intrigue when a secret archive is opened. The quartet uncovers a mystery spanning decades, involving a Russian spy, a runaway train, and time constraints that push them to collide past and present clues. The book balances nostalgia with fresh puzzle work, giving readers a satisfying sense of danger wrapped in warmth.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This collection is ideal for adult readers who enjoy cosy mysteries, bookshop vibes, and amateur sleuths who rely on brains over brawn. It suits fans of classic British crime and readers who relish a strong sense of community within a plotted puzzle. Gift buyers will appreciate the complete set, while binge readers will value the consistent tone, satisfying endings, and collectible appeal of a three-book series in one package.
Key Benefits:
- Three complete cosy mysteries in a single, premium paperback set
- Interconnected characters and a cohesive reading journey
- Smart puzzle plotting with satisfying, non-gory twists
- Accessible yet witty prose that’s easy to enjoy in one sitting or over a weekend
- Great gift for book lovers, readers’ groups, and collectors
About the Author:
M. R. G. Davies is the author behind the Cosy Crime Club Mysteries, a collection celebrated for warm, character-driven plots and clever detection. Davies blends traditional puzzle-solving with contemporary sensibilities, delivering approachable mysteries that reward careful reading and affectionate nods to classic crime writing. This set showcases Davies’s knack for building inviting worlds where amateur sleuths outsmart villains using logic, observation, and a love of reading.
Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you crave intelligent, charming whodunits with rich bookish atmosphere, this 3-book collection delivers. The trio offers a complete reading experience: a consistent tone, familiar settings, and escalating puzzles that feel fair and satisfying. It’s an ideal choice for fans of cosy crime who want a strong sense of community, a dash of nostalgia, and the thrill of a well-constructed mystery all at once. Owning the full set also makes for an impressive, ready-to-go gift for any mystery-loving reader.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
