English Village Witch Series by Rosie Reed

In a flash, she had magic. Can she use it to solve a mysterious death in her family? Climbing a tree in a thunderstorm was always going to be a stupid idea, but when Evelyn Eldritch is struck by lightning, her magical powers are switched on... moreIn a flash, she had magic. Can she use it to solve a mysterious death in her family? Climbing a tree in a thunderstorm was always going to be a stupid idea, but when Evelyn Eldritch is struck by lightning, her magical powers are switched on. And she didn’t even know she was a witch! When Evelyn learns that her biological mother has died under suspicious circumstances, she makes a journey to the quaint village of Maiden-Upon-Avon, where the residents consist of werewolves, witches, vampires and one annoyingly handsome-yet-gruff policeman. But who should she suspect? Who can she trust? And if juggling her magical training, her mother’s café, and the town’s eccentric residents wasn’t enough, another body turning up at the local cricket match shows she’s definitely in well over her pointed hat…. less

It’s up to Evelyn Eldritch to solve the mince pie murder. But first, she must save Christmas…. When a young woman is murdered at the village pub during the office Secret Santa, Evelyn believes one of the partying colleagues must be guilty. But she’s equally suspicious of a vainglorious vampire who bit off more than he could chew when he messed with Evelyn’s family. He’d better watch out because novice witch Evelyn Eldritch knows how to cast magical spells… or at least she tries to... moreIt’s up to Evelyn Eldritch to solve the mince pie murder. But first, she must save Christmas…. When a young woman is murdered at the village pub during the office Secret Santa, Evelyn believes one of the partying colleagues must be guilty. But she’s equally suspicious of a vainglorious vampire who bit off more than he could chew when he messed with Evelyn’s family. He’d better watch out because novice witch Evelyn Eldritch knows how to cast magical spells… or at least she tries to. Looking impressive in his police uniform (at last) Detective Inspector Alex Taylor has warned Evelyn to stay off the case. But this time she can’t. This time, it’s family. To protect her nephew, the village, and the world of magic, Evelyn must not only solve a murder, but also cheer up a depressed weather god, wrangle a vampire, and kiss Alex under the mistletoe…. well, the kissing’s probably not necessary, but it’s Christmas! less

Detectives are supposed to solve murders, not commit them! When half the village sees DCI Alex Taylor pull a dagger out of the body of his arch-rival Chief Inspector Sheppard, Evelyn knows he didn’t do it. But with no clues or suspects, what’s an amateur sleuth with a massive crush supposed to do? Spring has come at last to enchanted Maiden-Upon-Avon and Evelyn wants to focus on the true meaning of Easter: Chocolate. But she’s thwarted as usual... moreDetectives are supposed to solve murders, not commit them! When half the village sees DCI Alex Taylor pull a dagger out of the body of his arch-rival Chief Inspector Sheppard, Evelyn knows he didn’t do it. But with no clues or suspects, what’s an amateur sleuth with a massive crush supposed to do? Spring has come at last to enchanted Maiden-Upon-Avon and Evelyn wants to focus on the true meaning of Easter: Chocolate. But she’s thwarted as usual. Not only is there a murder to solve and a masked ball to organise, but also Evelyn needs to know why the murder weapon looked suspiciously like a unicorn horn. Is there magic involved? In Maiden-Upon-Avon, with its pagan mystical vibe, it’s likely! And to thwart her even further, the Beings of Magic Committee have voted to send Evelyn on her very first mission to the magical land of Marvelton. If she runs into her Being of Evil father, Lord Vilnius, can she trust him? Perhaps she has no choice. With lambs, unicorns, and chocolate galore, Evelyn’s toughest case yet can only be resolved by answering one pertinent question: No, not ‘Does Alex love her? ’. But rather ‘How do you tackle a zombie apocalypse? ’ It’ll take a powerful force indeed to find out! Much Ado About Murder is the sixth book in the adorable English Village Witch Cozy series, set in the beautiful English countryside. If you love plucky heroines, small-town whodunits, and a touch of retro nostalgia, then you’ll love Rosie Reed’s fun and flirty tale. Spring into action and buy Much Ado About Murder today! less