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Death and Croissants

The most hilarious murder mystery since Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club
By Ian Moore
Series: A Follet Valley Mystery
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In Death and Croissants, a weary bed-and-breakfast owner in the Loire Valley gets unwittingly pulled into a murder mystery when a guest disappears, leaving behind a trail of chaos and intrigue. The reluctant amateur sleuth teams up with a curious guest, leading to a comedic yet thrilling investigation amidst the picturesque French countryside. The story combines a blend of quirky characters and unexpected twists that keep the reader guessing.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate humour cleverly interwoven into a classic whodunnit mystery. The story offers a delightful blend of eccentric characters and an engaging, light-hearted investigation, perfect for fans of crime and thrillers with a comedic twist. Set against the charming backdrop of the French countryside, it provides both suspense and laughs in equal measure.

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A comedy murder mystery set in France with an amateur sleuth out of his depth. When an older gentleman disappears from a B&B, Richard and his more capable partner must solve the case! Written by a leading comedian.

Unputdownable mystery set in rural France, by TV/radio regular and bestselling author Ian Moore – perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Janice Hallett, or M.C. Beaton.

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Death and Croissants by Ian Moore introduces us to Richard, a middle-aged Englishman running a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really, that's the way he likes it.

One day, however, one of his older guests disappears, leaving behind a bloody handprint on the wallpaper. Another guest, the exotic Valerie, persuades a reluctant Richard to join her in investigating the disappearance.

Richard remains a dazed passenger in the case until things become really serious when someone murders Ava Gardner, one of his beloved hens... and you don't mess with a fellow's hens!

This unputdownable mystery is set in rural France and brought to life by TV/radio regular and bestselling author Ian Moore. It's perfect for fans of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club.

Series: A Follet Valley Mystery

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  • Death in le Jardin
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  • Death and Fromage
    Richard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the Val de Follet. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that's the way he likes it. Until scandal erupts in the nearby town of Saint-Sauver when its famous restaurant is downgraded from three Michelin stars to two. The restaurant is shamed, the town is in shock, and the leading...
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  • Death and Boules
    Death and Boules by Ian Moore brings readers back to Saint-Sauver, home to Richard Ainsworth and Valérie d'Orçay's detective agency. The town is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its twinning with Anglethorp Spa in Lincolnshire. Celebrations include a huge brocante, street parties, and, as the centrepiece, an exhibition boules tournament featuring teams from the two towns and international boules all-stars....
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  • Death and Croissants
    Death and Croissants by Ian Moore introduces us to Richard, a middle-aged Englishman running a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really, that's the way he likes it. One day, however, one of his older guests disappears, leaving behind a bloody handprint on the wallpaper. Another guest, the exotic...
    By Ian Moore
    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • Death in le Jardin
    On the surface, Richard Ainsworth has life where he wants it. Middle-aged navel gazing and Olympic levels of procrastination are exactly what rural life in France should be about. Then crisis hits his posh B&B when redoubtable housekeeper, Madame Tablier, is accused of murder. Even more surprisingly, it's the murder of a former fiancé, turned brother-in-law. None of which the...
    By Ian Moore
    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • Death and Boules
    Death and Boules
    Saint-Sauver, home to Richard Ainsworth and Valérie d'Orçay's detective agency, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its town twinning with Anglethorp Spa in Lincolnshire. Events are planned, including a huge brocante, street parties, and the centrepiece: an exhibition boules tournament between the two towns and a team of international boules all-stars. Everything is going well; the sun shines, the wine...
    By Ian Moore
    Paperback
    Sold Out

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Death and Croissants by Ian Moore is widely praised for its humour and entertainment value. Reviewers describe it as a funny, charming, and witty read, with a lighthearted take on the mystery genre. The book’s ability to combine humour with a cleverly plotted mystery is highlighted, making it a delightful escape with its mix of good food and a comedic twist on rural France.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788424233

Publisher: Duckworth Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farrago

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

Collections

Comedic Crime Cook Books & Recipes Cooking & Food Cosy Crime Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Humour Ian Moore Literary Fiction Series: A Follet Valley Mystery

About the Author

Ian Moore is a leading stand-up comedian, known for his sharp, entertaining punditry, who regularly headlines at London's world-famous Comedy Store. A TV/radio regular, he stars in Dave's satirical TV show Unspun and Channel 5's topical comedy Big Mouths. Ian lives in rural France and commutes back to the UK every week. In his spare time, he makes mean chutneys and jams.

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    On the surface, Richard Ainsworth has life where he wants it. Middle-aged navel gazing and Olympic levels of procrastination are exactly what rural life in France should be about. Then crisis hits his posh B&B when redoubtable housekeeper, Madame Tablier, is accused of murder. Even more surprisingly, it's the murder of a former fiancé, turned brother-in-law. None of which the...
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