‘A writer of stealthy brilliance . . . the Miss Marple of crime fiction.’ Andrew Taylor

Do you love a classic English whodunit? Then meet your favourite new gentleman sleuth: whip-smart Oxford don, Dr Patrick Grant.

He loves rhyming verse, witty banter, strong coffee and solving impossible mysteries from history. Now he must pit his wits against a true-life killer.

**A CWA Cartier Diamond Dagger winner for outstanding lifetime achievement!**

A sprawling country mansion. A tense family gathering. Someone under this roof won’t live to see morning . . .

When Dr Patrick Grant visits the quiet Hampshire village of Winterswick, he expects nothing more than a weekend of genteel conversation, good food and the odd glass of fine wine. But at Pantons, the Ludlow family’s imposing country house, tensions simmer beneath the polite smiles. Gerald Ludlow is back from his travels, with a stunning new American bride on his arm. And not everyone is delighted by the match — not least Gerald’s waspish mother.

Even the housekeeper, dear old Mrs Mackenzie, is less than welcoming. One look at Gerald’s wife and she almost drops the soufflé in shock. The poor woman turns deathly pale. Like she’s seen a ghost.

Next morning, the house wakes up to a terrible shock. Mrs Mackenzie lies dead in her bed!

The police say she died of natural causes. But Patrick’s not so sure. The Mrs Mack he knew was strong as an ox.

As gossip ripples through the village, Patrick’s sharp mind and love of a puzzle draw him into the investigation.

Everyone at Pantons has a secret to hide. It’s only a matter of which was worth killing for.

Can Patrick unravel the truth before the killer strikes again?

A masterclass in misdirection, brimming with village intrigue and sly humour, this page-turning mystery is perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Agatha Christie, Veronica Heley, the Reverend Richard Coles and Clare Chase.

‘Explores the dark undercurrents of village life.’ Daily Telegraph

‘There was nobody better . . . Margaret Yorke wrote with a pen dipped in acid.’ Val McDermid

MEET THE SLEUTH
Dr Patrick Grant is a man of unparalleled intellect, as sharp and complex as his whisky namesake. He’d happily devote every moment to poring over Shakespeare’s plays, chortling at student fashions, jotting down lines of iambic pentameter and solving obscure historical puzzles in the library of St Mark’s College, Oxford. In this haven of musty old manuscripts and quiet cloisters, he can pursue his passions in peace — if only murder wouldn’t keep on getting in the way! Stumbling on crime scenes is becoming a habit for Patrick. And he’s never one to shy away from a baffling mystery. But will his curiosity and his brilliant puzzle-solving mind be his undoing . . . ?

Readers love the Oxford Don Mysteries!

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“Cozy Up to Death is the perfect book to get lost in.” – Cozy Mystery Book Reviews

“Colin Conway has written the most unusual hero I've come across in a long time. Both touching and sweet with a razor-sharp edge. This is not your grandma's cozy.” - Libby Klein, Author of the Poppy McAllister Mysteries

COZY MYSTERIES JUST GOT TOUGHER.

A man in hiding. A gang of outlaws searching for retribution. This is no time for cupcakes.

Today is Brody Steele’s first day as the new owner of The Red Herring, Pleasant Valley, Maine’s only mystery bookstore. The cute shop has a loyal customer base as well as an ornery cat.

Unfortunately, Brody doesn’t know the first thing about running a legitimate business, he doesn’t want to be in the small town, and he hates cats. On top of all that, he hasn’t read a book since high school.

When a woman walks into the store, he thinks his bad luck is about to change. But as she starts asking about the previous owner’s whereabouts, his safe new existence begins to unravel.

For Brody Steele is a man with a secret he must protect at all costs. The U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep it hidden, and his enemies will stop at nothing to expose him.

Does happiness or death await Brody in this charming seaside community?

A FAST AND FUNNY COZY MYSTERY THAT DOESN’T PULL ANY PUNCHES.

This fascinating series is perfect for fans who want clean fiction without losing laughs or action.

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PRAISE FOR COZY UP TO DEATH:

????? “Buckle up, Buttercup! This ain’t your standard Granny-owns-a-bookstore cozy.” – Lenora

????? “I was really surprised at how Conway put together such a great read without the use of foul language!” – Madeline

????? “An original idea with fantastic characters.” – Jobear

????? “I just finished the first title in the Cozy Up series and immediately bought the next two.” – MaryJane

????? “I absolutely loved it.” – James

ADDITIONAL SERIES BY COLIN CONWAY
The 509 Crime Stories – fast-paced police procedurals
The John Cutler Mysteries – hard-hitting private detective stories
The Flip-Flop Detective – light-hearted amateur sleuth mysteries
The Cozy Up series – not your grandma’s cozies
The Charlie-316 series – political/criminal thrillers

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Murder’s a pain in the aria!

Nothing ruins a night at the opera faster than a duchess falling to her death. Mrs. Ginger Reed, also known by some as Lady Gold, is at the Royal Albert Hall with her husband, Basil Reed, a chief inspector at Scotland Yard, and the two of them are immediately at the scene. Was the Duchess of Worthington’s fall accidental? Where was the duke?

And what does Ginger’s grandmother-in-law, Ambrosia, the Dowager Lady Gold have to do with the sordid affair?

Something went terribly wrong with the dowager’s "sisterhood" of friends back in the 1860s, and it's all coming home to roost.

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Researching for the Ginger Gold Mysteries has been so much fun. I hope you sense that as you read. Ginger Gold is smart, savvy, and delightful. The fashions, the dances, the CRIME. The character of Haley Higgins, a medical student at the London Medical School for Women allows me to further delve into another keen interest of mine: forensics. Never fear, the Ginger Gold Mysteries are COZY, so no scary, graphic on-stage violence. You'll find these books to be clean reads, with no swearing or sex. I hope you enjoy the Ginger Gold Mystery series!

Hop aboard the 1920s!

THE GINGER GOLD MYSTERY SERIES

Murder on the SS Rosa (Book 1)
Murder at Hartigan House (Book 2)
Murder at Bray Manor (Book 3)
Murder at Feathers & Flair (Book 4)
Murder at the Mortuary (Book 5)
Murder at Kensington Gardens (Book 6)
Murder at st. George’s Church (Book 7)
The Wedding of Ginger & Basil (Book 7.5)
Murder Aboard the Flying Scotsman (Book 8)
Murder at the Boat Club (Book 9)
Murder on Eaton Square (Book 10)
Murder by Plum Pudding (Book 11)
Murder on Fleet Street (Book 12)
Murder at Brighton Beach (Book 13)
Murder at Hyde Park (Book 14)
Murder at Royal Albert Hall (Book 15)
Murder in Belgravia (Book 16)
Murder on Mallowan Court (Book 17)
Murder at the Savoy (Book 18)
Murder at the Circus (Book 19)

~more on the way!

A brand new 1950s series!

THE ROSA REED MYSTERY SERIES

Murder at High Tide (Book 1)
Murder on the Boardwalk (Book 2)
Murder at the Bomb Shelter (Book 3)
Murder on Location (Book 4)
Murder and Rock 'n Roll (Book 5)
Murder at the Races (Book 6)
Murder at the Dude Ranch (Book 7)
Murder at in London (Book 8)
Murder at the Fiesta (Book 9)
Murder at the Weddings (Book 10)

Don't miss LADY GOLD INVESTIGATES, the short story companion series!

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