With daffodils in bloom and birds singing in the trees, spring has come to Berrywick at last! Warmer days bring new life to the village, that is until Julia Bird discovers a body in the local church…

When Julia Bird arrives at the vicarage to meet with Father Jack, she is surprised to find no sign of the priest. But when she glimpses an unmoving black shoe in the confessional booth, her worst fears are confirmed. And Julia is convinced his death is no accident.

When Father Jack’s death is declared a murder, Julia is determined to find the culprit. Jack had looked worried when he announced his early retirement, but was there something else on his mind? Was his closeness to local florist Beatrice more than just friendship and, if so, might her husband want revenge? Or could it be connected to a brewing cycling scandal, with an anonymous informant who has suddenly gone quiet?

With two clear leads, Julia feels certain she can crack the case. But when she discovers the body of someone who suspected corruption in the church, she fears other lives are at risk. Can Julia track down the killer before another victim is found among the spring blossoms?

A completely unputdownable and totally charming cozy mystery set in the English countryside. Fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin and J. R. Ellis will love the Julia Bird Mysteries!

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