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E.V. Hunter

'An enthralling murder mystery that kept me turning the pages. Well worth a read' T.A. Williams 
The start of a brilliant new Cozy Crime series! Welcome to Hopgood Hall.

An unlikely duo…

When investigative journalist, Alexi Ellis, loses her job, she and Cosmo, her anti-social feral cat, head for beautiful Hopgood Hall, where they plan to lick their wounds in the boutique hotel run by her old friends, Cheryl and Drew Hopgood.

A missing woman…

But when Alexi arrives, she discovers Cheryl and Drew both distraught. Their close friend, Natalie Parker has gone missing. Alexi’s sure the woman has just taken a trip, but she still has a nose for a story and agrees to look into it.

A case to solve!

So too does ex-Met Police detective turned private eye, Jack Maddox. Natalie Parker had been using his sister’s online dating agency and Jack needs to find her before his sister’s business is ruined.

Reluctantly, Alexi, Jack - and Cosmo! - join forces to find out what happened to Natalie. But soon they discover secrets that someone desperately wants to make sure are never revealed!

A gripping new cozy crime series, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Reader Reviews for A Date To Die For

'A brilliant read that hooked me from the outset. I couldn’t tear myself away!' Gemma Rogers

'Murder, rivalries, love affairs and vendettas wrapped up in the world of race horses - what more could you want from a mystery series?' Kate Wells

'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A Date To Die For would make a fabulous early evening television series. I really enjoyed it and look forward to much more from E V Hunter' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Laura Kirman

Boldwood Books

The Hopgood Hall Murder Mysteries

A Date To Die For: The start of a cozy murder mystery series from E.V. Hunter

'A thrilling murder mystery that kept me turning the pages. Well worth a read' T.A. Williams 
A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!

The competition is fierce….

Desperate to try and rebuild the reputation of Hopgood Hall, owners Alexi Ellis and Cheryl and Drew Hopgood agree to host a realty TV baking show, spearheaded by their arrogant but enigmatic head chef Marcel Gasquet. Hopefully the ratings will bring in bookings to the struggling hotel and Cosmo, Alexi's antisocial, feral cat, is hoping to get a starring role too!

The temperature is high…

Fiery and hot-headed, Marcel’s antics makes for brilliant television, but off-screen trouble is brewing. One of the contestants, femme fatale Juliette Hammond, makes it clear that she will do anything to secure the winning prize – even if it means sweetening up the prima donna chef.

The results are deadly!

So when Juliette is found dead, all eyes turn to Marcel. Has his fiery French temper got the better of him or has someone else fallen victim to Juliette’s devious ways?

With the reputation of the hotel in tatters and Marcel's liberty on the line, Alexi needs answers and fast. The only person she can turn to for help is her old friend and private eye Jack Maddox. Jack can't refuse Alexi, but he knows more than anyone that this murder could cost them everything!

A cosy murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Praise for E.V. HUnter:

'A brilliant read that hooked me from the outset. I couldn’t tear myself away!' Gemma Rogers

'E.V. Hunter spins a comprehensive tale that has the reader entertained, glued and guessing. The Hopwood Hall Murder Mysteries would make a fabulous early evening television series' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'E. V. Hunter certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one hell of a story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'It's a great cozy mystery series, Cosmo is a great character, typical feisty feline' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A great plotline that you can get involved with, you can almost sleuth alongside Alexi and Jack' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A Contest To Kill For: A page-turning cozy murder mystery from E.V. Hunter

'A thrilling murder mystery that kept me turning the pages. Well worth a read' T.A. Williams 
The high society wedding…

Social media influencer Crystabel Hughes is determined her wedding to Giles Preston Smythe will be the talk of the town. No matter the cost or the upset, nothing will stop this wedding!

A cheating groom…

But for Alexi Ellis and the rest of the staff at Hopgood Hall, Crystabel’s demands are becoming increasingly extreme. And when Alexi spots the groom getting up close and personal with one of the bridesmaids, she fears trouble is only a bouquet toss away.

A killer bride caught red-handed?

And Alexi’s fears are confirmed when the groom is found dead on the night before the wedding, stabbed through the heart - the person holding the dagger. his beloved bride-to be Crystabel.

Hopgood Hall doesn’t need any more bad press, but the race is on to find the killer and close the case before Crystable live streams her dilemma.

Can Alexi, Jack and Cosmo find out why Giles was killed? And, more importantly, can they stop the killer before they strike again?

A cosy murder mystery perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Readers love the Hopgood Hall series!

'A brilliant read that hooked me from the outset. I couldn’t tear myself away!' Gemma Rogers

'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'With an engrossing and twisty plot and lots of red herrings to confuse the reader, this is a book incredibly easy to get lost in and enjoy' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The mystery unfolds in a deliciously paced way, taking the reader on a fascinating and exhilarating journey' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Emma Powell

A Marriage To Murder For: A page-turning cozy murder mystery from E.V. Hunter

'A thrilling murder mystery that kept me turning the pages. Well worth a read!' T.A. Williams 
A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!

A failing hotel…

With its reputation in tatters, Alexi Ellis is determined to save her beloved Hopgood Hall from any more bad press. A writing course for wannabe journalsits shouldn't cause too many issues and will hopefully take the heat off Hopgood Hall….

A shocking death…

But disaster strikes when one member of the writing group is found dead in a local pub. Worse Alexi was the last person to see the victim alive, which makes her suspect number one.

A case too close to home?

Alexi is sure she is being set up, but who would go to such deadly lengths? With her reputation and liberty on the line, this is a case Alexi, Jack and Cosmo can’t afford to leave unsolved!

A gripping cozy crime series, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Praise for E.V. Hunter:

'A brilliant read that hooked me from the outset. I couldn’t tear myself away!' Gemma Rogers

'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The storyline is ram packed with crime, mystery, laughter, love, friendship, suspense and absolutely everything you could ask for in a cosy mystery!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A Story to Strangle For: A gripping cozy mystery full of twists and turns from E V Hunter

The BRAND NEW instalment in the gripping Hopgood Hall cozy mystery series
A local gossip is about to get her just desserts!

Life at Hopgood Hall is never boring, but Alexi Ellis hopes that there will be no more murders for the time being – she’s solved four already and is getting a reputation in the local area for being bad luck.

So when local gossip Polly Pearson arrives at Hopgood hall, Alexi knows this can only mean bad news. Polly has made it clear that she dislikes Alexi, and has campaigned for her to leave Hopgood Hall forever! So what could Polly want?

Then Polly reveals that her partner, Gerry has been found murdered in her B&B and that she is the main suspect! Alexi, her partner Jack and Cosmo the cat are all left speechless. More so when Polly begs Alexi for help in proving her innocence.

But Alexi isn’t sure she wants to help this spiteful gossip. Is she really innocent or as deadly as the police believe her to be?

A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!

A gripping murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Praise for E V Hunter:

‘Plenty of suspects and suspense in this page-turning whodunnit’ Bestselling Author Michelle Salter

'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A Date To Die For would make a fabulous early evening television series. I really enjoyed it and look forward to much more from E V Hunter'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A Deadly Affair: The BRAND NEW instalment in E V Hunter's page-turning cozy mystery series

The next instalment in the gripping Hopgood Hall cozy mystery series from bestselling author E V Hunter.
A tragic accident or an untimely death?

When Drew Hopgood’s brother, Frank dies whilst out climbing, it’s initially thought his death was simply a tragic accident. But when Frank’s much younger wife, Stella arrives at Hopgood Hall demanding half of Frank’s inheritance the Hopgoods and Alexi Ellis begin to suspect foul play...

Stella has no claim to Frank’s legacy, but she isn’t giving up easily. And with the reputation of Hopgood Hall still fragile, Alexi can’t afford to lose any more money because of Stella’s greed.

So Alexi, her partner Jack, and Cosmo of course, decide to dig deeper into Stella’s background. Just how did she meet Frank and were they really as in love as she claims?

As the trio investigate, they discover Stella has her own reasons for being back at Hopgood Hall. And rather than console the grieving widow, Alexi and Jack think they might need to look again at Frank’s tragic death – because rather than an accident this could have been a deadly fall – planned by his own wife!

A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!

A gripping murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.

Praise for E V Hunter:

‘Plenty of suspects and suspense in this page-turning whodunnit’ Bestselling Author Michelle Salter

'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A Date To Die For would make a fabulous early evening television series. I really enjoyed it and look forward to much more from E V Hunter'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

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