This is the 3rd book in this series and it's just as enjoyable as the first 2. This is the perfect cup of tea, rainy fall afternoon book. The story is well plotted and Monica and Graham are thoroughly engaging. I'm looking forward to a book 4.

“The manor house murder” is the third installment in the Monica Noble series and if you’ve read the previous two titles in the series you know exactly what you’re in for. And I say exactly cause this book could be a carbon copy of the previous one, just changing the setting and the identity of the dead body.

While being an entertaining murder mystery, perfect for a sunday afternoon, I think the main characters aren’t showing any development at all, and when you’re writing a series, character development is fundamental cause if not you’re at risk if readers thinking they’re reading the same story over and over again. We already know Chief Superintendent Dury likes Monica, but the story needs for that idea to go somewhere or get nipped in the bud, cause it’s getting tiresome reading that and he not doing anything about it. Thankfully Carol-Ann wasn’t as annoying as in book 2. I didn’t guess the murderer this time, so good job Ms. Martin!

Thanks to Netgalley and Joffe Books for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Enjoyable murder mystery.
There's enough lines of enquiry to keep the police and Monica busy and the reader intrigued. This is the second Monica Noble O have read and they have both been a good read, perfect for a Sunday afternoon.
Thank you Netgalley for the digital copy in return for an honest review

So i tell myself just one more chapter and then ill get up..but this does not happen. A book that does not allow this as every chapter ends on a question that you just have to know the answer to. Monica Noble series is a great read and i look forward to theee appearing on Ner Galley

THE MANOR HOUSE MURDER Faith Martin
The third in the series, this was at a church conference,that Monica and vicar Graham attended. A murder happens and Graham is a suspect.
After marrying Graham and moving to this small village, Monica found she has a knack for solving crimes. With this she puts herself in danger to solve. Good series. Given ARC by Net Galley and Joffe for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

How the police would manage without vicars' wives at the moment I don't know. They certainly seem to be in vogue. A very readable story by Faith Martin once again. Nothing too heavy, but who would expect a murder at a conference of C of E clergy.? At least you should be sure that they're telling the truth, but are they?

Loved it

I read a free advance review copy. This review is voluntary, honest and my own opinion.

A Clerical Conundrum.....
A clerical conundrum in this, the very welcome, third book in the Monica Noble series of mysteries (previously published as 'An Unholy Shame' under pen name Joyce Cato). Vicar, Graham Noble, has been asked to speak at a clerical convention held at the local Manor House - with wife, Monica, at his side for support. When murder rears its ugly head suspects are numerous and, with such a revered guest list, motives appear short in supply. Will Monica turn amateur sleuth once again as it appears that the local constabulary may be on the wrong track completely? Wholly entertaining, thoroughly engaging and well plotted with likeable protagonists in both Monica and Graham and a colourful supporting cast. Definitely my favourite series to date from Faith Martin and always a one sitting read. Absolutely full marks for sheer enjoyment value.