{"title":"Books by Faith Martin","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780008410520","title":"A Fatal Night","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the thrilling latest installment in the Ryder \u0026amp; Loveday series!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-order now.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A light-hearted twisty thriller… Reminiscent of an Agatha Christie novel, with a great cast of characters. A real page-turner!’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐New Year’s Eve, 1962\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Year’s Eve, 1962. As a snowstorm rages in Oxford, the city’s elite gather for the most exclusive party of the year. But the celebrations take a dark turn when a guest is found dead in his car the following morning. What first appears to be a tragic case of freezing to death after crashing into a snowdrift soon unravels into something far more sinister. When WPC Trudy Loveday and Coroner Clement Ryder arrive to investigate, they uncover a tangled web of secrets that plainly point to murder. With everyone telling different stories about that fateful night, only one thing is clear: several people had reason to want the victim dead. Trudy and Clement must uncover the truth before the killer escapes with the perfect crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone seriesReaders LOVE Faith Martin!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I just love this series… Faith Martin is the modern day Agatha Christie, deftly drawing her characters with a couple of lines… A delight as always.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Well written with likeable and credible protagonists… A perfect addition to this excellent series and perhaps the best to date.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I thoroughly enjoyed reading it… Loved the interaction between the two unlikely main characters who complemented each other so very well as they tried to solve the crime.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘[This] \"who done it\" is a bit of nostalgia… A great read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I've enjoyed most of Faith Martin's books but this Fatal series is my clear favourite.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSION Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRET Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT Book 8: A FATAL END\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43201251770546,"sku":"9780008410520","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008410520.jpg?v=1785658881"},{"product_id":"9780008310004","title":"A Fatal Obsession","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon't miss A Dangerous Train of Thought, the gripping latest installment in the Faith Martin's 1920s cosy crime series!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-order now. The perfect Christmas present for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClare ChaseOxford, 1960. Probationary WPC Trudy Loveday is smart and enthusiastic but always underestimated. To keep her out of the way, her senior officer assigns her to assist Coroner Clement Ryder as he reopens the case of a young woman’s mysterious death. Trudy can't believe her luck – she is finally going to be working on a real murder investigation. Meanwhile, the rest of the police force are busy investigating a series of threats and murders in the local community, and Clement can't help but feel it's all linked. As Trudy and Clement form an unexpected partnership, can they catch the killer before more lives are lost?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngela MarsonsReaders love Faith Martin:‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. 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Bandmates clash, two possessive girlfriends plot their next move, and the club manager pockets profits on the sly. Then, a tragic accident claims the life of the lead singer. But was it truly an accident? Coroner Clement Ryder is suspicious. WPC Trudy Loveday realises there’s only one way to uncover the truth – going undercover into the shadowy depths of Oxford’s nightlife. Meanwhile, Clement’s own secret is becoming increasingly difficult to keep hidden. And when the truth about the singer’s death finally comes to light, it might not be the only shock in store for Trudy…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesReaders LOVE A Fatal End! ‘Excellent dramatic storyline!… I was kept guessing until the very end. 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Two amateur sleuths. And an utterly impossible crime…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NUMBER ONE ebook bestseller!'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmuses and intrigues in equal measure… a splendid start to what promises to be a long-running series’ Daily Mail\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cotswolds, 1924. At the Old Forge in the quiet village of Maybury-in-the-Marsh a cry of anguish rings out: lady of the house Amy Phelps has been discovered dead. But with all the windows and doors to her room locked from inside, how – and by whom – was she killed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift finds himself in the unlikely position of detective. The celebrated author of The Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-Hunting is staying at the Old Forge to investigate a suspected spectre, but now the more pressing matter of Amy’s murder falls to him too. With old friend Val, he soon uncovers a sorry tale of altered wills, secret love affairs and tragic losses – and plenty of motives for murder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen events take another sinister turn, Arbie must find the killer, fast. And to do so will mean cracking a most perfectly plotted crime…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, The Appeal and The Marlow Murder Club, don’t miss this stunning new series from the multi-million bestselling author!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders LOVE Murder by Candlelight!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I absolutely loved this… The story grabbed me from the beginning and I devoured it.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The perfect village mystery. A golden-age world with an energy that is totally contemporary.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ.M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A beautifully constructed puzzle… I so hope this will be the start of a series.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Brilliant characters that leap off the page.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘All the ingredients of a classic mystery… enormous fun.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrlando Murrin, author of Knife Skills for Beginners\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘What an utterly delightful and clever mystery… I highly recommend this book.’ Reader reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A fabulous romp… witty, devious, fast paced and totally absorbing' ThePeople's Friend\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Terrifically good, and just great fun!… All of the clues are provided, but so are a number of very good red herrings… I can’t wait to see more of Arbie and Val.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘WOW. I loved this book.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ Reader reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44582796755122,"sku":"9780008590123","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008590123_df9350fc-f639-46d1-ad64-89936e03f8a0.jpg?v=1785658854"},{"product_id":"9780008706883","title":"The Last Word Is Death","description":"\u003cp\u003e'A cosy romp of cream teas, double-barrelled names and murder.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE SUN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new book in the Val and Arbie mysteries from the multi-million-copy selling author Faith Martin. One of these guests has a date with death… Arbuthnot ‘Arbie’ Swift arrives at Dashwood House, a glamorously modern hotel in the up-and-coming resort of Galton-next-the-Sea, but all plans for a relaxing stay are scuppered when one of the guests is found dead. The body is found in the writing room, the victim part of a set visiting the seaside town for an engagement party, which happens to include Arbie’s old friend, Val. Familiar with Val and Arbie’s previous experience in solving puzzling crimes, the bride asks the pair to investigate. They quickly discover that the victim had no shortage of enemies, and many of the guests are up to no good. 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At first, her death is ruled a suicide. But as a string of sinister pranks and blackmail attempts comes to light, WPC Trudy Loveday and Coroner Clement Ryder are drawn into a complex investigation. In a world of fierce rivalries and hidden agendas, the list of suspects grows longer by the day. What began as light-hearted competition may have turned into a deadly game. With time running out, Loveday and Ryder must uncover the truth – before the killer strikes again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone seriesThe Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSION Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRET Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT Book 8: A FATAL END\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders LOVE Faith Martin’s Ryder \u0026amp; Loveday series!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This author's books are soothing to the soul. 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Tragic though it is, his death raises no suspicion… until a local journalist publicly accuses the police of a cover-up. WPC Trudy Loveday is assigned to investigate and turns to Coroner Clement Ryder for help. But the deeper they dig, the murkier the case becomes. There’s no clear evidence of foul play, yet the Hughes family is clearly hiding something. And then there’s Thomas’s questionable business dealings – could someone have wanted him dead? One thing is certain: everyone is lying. And Trudy and Clement must uncover the truth – before it’s buried for good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesReaders LOVE Faith Martin!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Have become an addict of Faith Martin – love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I loved this… The best one to date… Reminiscent of Agatha Christie's gentle style and incisive detection… I look forward to more in this series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fresh and different… Will get you hooked!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Yet again Faith Martin delivers… A proper whodunit mystery… A very good book… I’m looking forward to the next.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Fabulous mystery… Highly recommended, the perfect way to spend an afternoon on the sofa.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Another great Trudy Loveday novel… Love the twist… Great addition to the series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Marvellous…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI cannot wait for more in this fabulous series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Ryder and Loveday SeriesBook 1: A FATAL OBSESSION Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRET Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT Book 8: A FATAL END\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56221444997493,"sku":"9780008348748","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008348748_bfc8ff82-46c0-4047-83cf-9be740396fd9.jpg?v=1786011411"},{"product_id":"9780008738433","title":"A Dangerous Train of Thought","description":"\u003cp\u003eA brand new Golden Age cosy crime mystery from the multi-million-copy bestseller Faith Martin.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHugely entertaining with an ingenious solution! I loved it!'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClare Chase 'A wonderful book with which to cosy up’ The Belfast Telegraph 'A masterfully constructed pageturner of a murder mystery. Clever, compelling, and intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn excellent read' T.A. Williams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYorkshire, 1926. Gentleman ghost-hunter Arbuthnot 'Arbie' Swift and his old friend Val arrive at Cleeves Lea Manor, looking forward to the promise of a lavish weekend party. The lady of the house, an avid reader of Arbie’s books, is eager to show him off to her distinguished guests. Amidst the festivities, Arbie is also tasked with investigating rumours of a ‘ghost train spitting fire’ for the third instalment of the increasingly popular (to Arbie’s great surprise) Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-hunting. But when the guests start dying, Arbie instead finds himself thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. 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Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Oxford, 1960. The sun is shining, the city is in celebration – until a university student is found dead, floating in the river. Probationary WPC Trudy Loveday finds herself paired with Coroner Clement Ryder to investigate, but it soon becomes clear that this is not going to be a straightforward case. Witnesses are evasive, leads twist in every direction, and whispers of other missing students deepen the mystery. As Loveday and Ryder dig beneath the university’s polished surface, one thing becomes clear: there’s something not quite right about the university’s most popular student…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. 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