Murder at Holly House
(Autor) Denzil Meyrick'A quintessential slice of Yuletide murder mystery' Sun 'The feel-good factor is off the scale' The Times 'A fun book. Playful. One to make you smile' Stuart MacBride A village of secrets. It's December 1952, and a dead stranger has been found lodged up the chimney of Holly House in the snow-covered town of Elderby. Is he a simple thief, or a would-be killer? Either way, he wasn't on anyone's Christmas wish-list. A mystery that can't be solved. Inspector Frank Grasby is ordered to investigate. But as is often the way for him, things don't go according to plan. A Christmas to remember. When the local doctor's husband is murdered, Grasby begins to realize that everyone in Elderby is hiding something - and if he can't uncover the truth soon, the whole country will pay a dreadful price... Readers love Murder at Holly House! 'Vintage crime from a true master of the genre!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Wonderful, imaginative and difficult to put down...a real festive treat!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'An intriguing mystery peppered with some delightful touches of humour.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The plot was immersive and the pacing was superb. There are twists and turns, secrets and lies. All you really need for a romp in the snow!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Who doesn't love a Christmas murder mystery?' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Denzil Meyrick
Denzil Meyrick is a Scottish author known for his crime fiction novels set in the fictional town of Kinloch in the Scottish Highlands. His writing style is characterized by rich descriptions of the rugged landscape and complex, multi-layered characters. Meyrick's most notable works include the DCI Daley series, featuring detective Jim Daley, which has garnered critical acclaim for its gripping plots and authentic portrayal of rural policing. His contributions to the crime fiction genre have been praised for their atmospheric settings and compelling storytelling. One of Meyrick's most famous works is "Whisky from Small Glasses," the first book in the DCI Daley series, which introduced readers to his captivating writing style and unforgettable characters.
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