• A Village Fete Murder

  • Julia Bird Mysteries, Book 3
  • By: Katie Gayle
  • Narrated by: Lucy Scott
  • Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (75 ratings)

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A Village Fete Murder

By: Katie Gayle
Narrated by: Lucy Scott
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Julia Bird can’t wait to attend the annual village party at the local stately home, with its tea tents, cake stalls, and...dead body in the maze?

The annual village celebration at Berrywick House is underway, complete with overdecorated cake stalls, fiercely contested flower competitions, and even a maze for the disappointed losers to hide in. Julia Bird, now a well-known–even notorious–member of the community, with her trusty Labrador, Jake, has thrown herself headlong into the festivities. But her reputation for adding drama to any event stands up yet again when she discovers a dead body in the maze....

It seems Ursula Benjamin, village know-it-all and prickly baking competition participant, has been strangled–and the killer has to be someone at the fete. As Julia grapples with finding yet another murder in Berrywick, she starts to wonder, could one of the competitive cake-bakers have taken the contest to deadly new heights? Or is there something darker in Ursula’s life that led to her untimely demise?

Embroiled once again in a murder enquiry, Julia isn’t about to leave the investigation to the police. Like it or not, she’s involved, and she’s going to help them solve the mystery. But when there’s another death, and it’s clear the murders aren’t isolated incidents, the stakes become even higher. Can Julia figure out the identity of the killer, and prevent any further dastardly deeds, before the wholesome spirit of the village is ruined forever?

If you like utterly gripping English mysteries, then you’ll love A Village Fete Murder. Perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin, and Betty Rowlands.

©2023 Katie Gayle (P)2023 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.

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Good story and good characters

It is good that the characters are forgiving of each other instead of the mean retribution and hatefulness seen in many books, movies, and TV. I appreciate the leeway and lack of quick, harsh judgements. I also appreciate that the characters maintain decent behaviors and trustworthiness.

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Narration and cozy descriptions

My 3rd Katie Gayle listen. Love the narration and Village details being a homesick Brit. Best of all I love hearing about the antics of Jake, Julia Bryd's (main character), Labrador who was released from a Guide Dog program as I had one too. My Lab tore up the house until he was 3. Also the mystery is good. It keeps you guessing until the end. Looking forward to the next one.

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Good mystery

This was a very enjoyable read. Kept my interest and kept me guessing who did it!

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Predictable

The narrator is GREAT. The first two books had better plots. this was predictable. However, love the characters.

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A cozy fun murder mystery

I absolutely love the writing of this author. The story in life surrounding Julia Bird is fun, intriguing, cozy, and interesting. I recommend this book for a good old-fashioned read I’m excited for the next book in the series. Be sure to read them in order.

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A Village Fete Murder

Loved the book. Lucy Scott is an excellent narrator, so clear and easily understood. Enjoy the characters and the way the story is told. Enjoy Jake's antics and puppy empathy.

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Very entertaining

Loved this story. She writes a great story that keeps you wanting not to stop listening.

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A great lighthearted mystery!

I loved the story and the narrator was incredible and did the other voices fantastic! Recommend this book to anyone.

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This is a really nice series.

I have really enjoyed this series. This book especially. It’s well done and the characters are well written. I will definitely look forward to the next one.

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This 3rd book in the series is excellent

Well developed and interesting characters, great plot, excellent Narrator. I love this cozy series.

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