Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency

Josie Lloyd is the author of twenty-two novels (under various pen names) and her work has been translated into twenty-six languages. As well as the Sunday Times number one hit, Come Together, she's written several bestselling parodies with her husband, Emlyn Rees, including We're Going on a Bar Hunt. Their latest novel is You & Me & You & Me & You & Me. Josie lives in Brighton with Emlyn and when she's not writing, she likes cooking, sea-swimming, singing and walking on the Downs with her dog. She is the patron of the charity Lobular Breast Cancer UK and regularly runs wellbeing and creative writing workshops for people going through cancer treatment. She also co-hosts a podcast about the stories behind jewellery and keepsakes called 'Show Us Your Bits'.The TV series of Miss Beeton's Murder Agency is currently in development with Escapade Pictures.

A Platinum book of the month! 'Wonderfully festive … a total joy' Platinum'Cosy crime at its finest' The Sun'The perfect cosy crime treat' Heat'Super-fun and super-readable' Fabulous'An absolute delight … witty, pacy and, if I’m honest, just a little bit bonkers, it is fun and fabulous' My Weekly'The perfect mix of cosy mystery and character-driven storytelling. Perfect for fans of sharp-witted sleuths and charming domestic drama' The Guide'Mrs Beeton herself would be proud. A perfect recipe, best devoured in one sitting between elevenses and afternoon tea' Ian Moore'A glorious new addition to the cosy crime genre with recipes which will leave you wanting more' Melanie Cantor'Crime couldn’t get much cozier with Miss Beeton and her recipes for intrigue on the case. Witty, engaging, perfectly organised sleuthing for the ages' Sarah Lawton'Quirky, fun and deadly, Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency takes the cosy crime novel into new and intriguing territory. Like her famous relative, Miss Beeton discovers there’s more to household management than meets the eye' Catherine Cole'A perfect Autumn crime read' YOURS magazine'Alice and her friends are so appealing, the plot so engaging and the feelgood factor so high that Miss Beeton truly stands out from the crowd' Sussex Life Magazine Book of the Month'A wonderful cosy crime dish served up with humour, warmth, satisfaction, a fabulous cast of characters to savour and the lightest peppering of romance. I loved the witty unfurling of the clever mystery at its heart. From tasty recipes to a plot that intrigues and satisfies, Josie Lloyd has deftly shaped a world I want to enjoy again. Let there be more!' Hannah Dolby