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The Armchair Detectives on Holiday (The Armchair Detective Mysteries Book 2)

A completely addictive and laugh-out-loud British cozy murder mystery

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Book 2 of The Armchair Detective Mysteries

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Pub Date Jun 22 2026 | Archive Date Jun 22 2026


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Description

Martin and Albie are jetting off for some sun and sangria. But they didn’t bank on finding a body on the beach…

Fresh from their last case at Twilight Lodge, Martin and Albie reward themselves with a relaxing trip to the sun-soaked island of Menorca.

But when they head down to breakfast one morning, they happen upon a panicked husband reporting his wife, bestselling author Karen Squires, missing. Soon afterwards they’re shocked to discover Karen’s body on the beach.

Local police call it a tragic accident: one look at the broken safety fence on the cliffs above suggests Karen fell. But the victim’s perfectly-manicured nails tells Martin that this was no accident. She was pushed.

Back at the hotel, the duo discover that Karen was running a retreat for writers, all of whom seem shocked by her untimely passing. But which one of them may have had a motive for murder? Was a fellow writer jealous of her success? Did her devoted husband feel sidelined?

As they hunt for clues, they realise that the answer may be found in one of Karen’s bestsellers and luckily for them, Albie’s girlfriend, Barbara, is her number one fan. A killer is hiding in plain sight. But to get to them, can they separate the fact from the fiction before it’s too late?

A totally gripping and heart-warming cozy mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Robert Thorogood and Naomi Kuttner.

What readers are saying about The Armchair Detective Mysteries:

I absolutely loved this book from start to finish. I read this all in a day as I simply couldn’t put it down… I know it’s a good read when I literally laugh out loud.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

OMG, this book is an absolute vibe! It's so wholesome and cozyI loved it from the start right to the very end.’ _lazymumreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Will keep you on the edge of your seat… Gripping… Simply irresistible!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Had me laughing out loudI loved this book so much!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Heart-warming story – a cozy mystery that had me laughing out loud… It’s a perfect read for fans of cozy mysteries, clever characters, and a good dose of humor.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

One of the most fun books I have read in a while… I found myself legit laughing out loud… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An unputdownable blend of humor, mystery, and heart… A plot that keeps you guessing until the final page. A must-read.’ NetGalley reviewer

Fantastic… I had a really hard time putting the book down when I had to do other things. Outstanding.’ B for Book Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A mystery that pulls you in – you not only wonder who the killer is, but who the main sleuth really is as well! Great fun.’ Faith Martin

An absolute delightHeart-warming Addictive… Irresistibly charming – a book that makes you feel like you’ve been invited into a very entertaining secret club.’ Dreism

Never has murder been so much fun. An absolute hoot! Brilliant! I tore through it!’ Milly Johnson

Martin and Albie are jetting off for some sun and sangria. But they didn’t bank on finding a body on the beach…

Fresh from their last case at Twilight Lodge, Martin and Albie reward themselves with...


A Note From the Publisher

** THIS IS AN UNCORRECTED ADVANCED READERS COPY **

** THIS IS AN UNCORRECTED ADVANCED READERS COPY **


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ISBN 9781805505747
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PAGES 358

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