

Judith is inquisitive, strong, determined and as pushy as can be but can manage subtly and discretion when required. Robert Thorogood has created such an unusual, and yet believable, mix of women, all as different and unique as can be and completely compelling to spend time with. I love the characters of Judith, Suzie and Becks. It comes as somewhat of a surprise as she has had no dealing with the man before, but it’s certainly less of a surprise than what comes to pass, as the groom to be soon becomes victim, and the Marlow Murder Club are on hand as witnesses, with a new wonderful, if tragic, mystery to solve. In this latest mystery, Judith finds herself invited to attend the pre-wedding party of Sir Peter Bailey. Judith loves a good mystery and always manages to pull the other two in, although it has to be said that Suzie really doesn’t need a lot of persuading. The three central characters, crossword puzzle setter Judith, dog walker and newly created radio personality, Suzie, and Vicar’s wife Becks, couldn’t be a more unconventional team, but for some reason they really do just work. It’s fun, it’s fresh and it’s the kind of stereotypically English tale that you can’t help but read it with a smile on your face.
