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A Death in the Parish

A Canon Clement Mystery

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By: Richard Coles
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Summary

 BOOK 2 IN THE BESTSELLING CANON CLEMENT MYSTERY SERIES

'The best of the new cosy crime writers' Daily Telegraph
'First-class entertainment' Daily Mirror

It's been a few months since murder tore apart the community of Champton apart. As Canon Daniel Clement tries to steady his flock, the parish is joined with Upper and Lower Badsaddle, bringing a new tide of unwanted change.

But church politics soon become the least of Daniel's problems. His mother - headstrong, fearless Audrey - is obviously up to something, something she is determined to keep from him. And she is not the only one.

And then all hell breaks loose when murder returns to Champton in the form of a shocking ritualistic killing . . . Cosy Crime Fiction Genre Fiction Humorous Literary Fiction Literature & Fiction Mystery Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Fiction Detective Crime Murder
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Critic reviews

The best of the new writers to have emerged from the "cosy crime" boom... with a pleasingly idiosyncratic, allusive style (Jake Kerridge)
It's proper Miss Marple territory... for an intelligent study of human nature that transports you to a tranquil church where a choir is singing Brother James's Air, it's unbeatable.
The sequel to Murder Before Evensong is every bit as intriguing at the Rev Coles' debut... Nicely paced, this whodunnit will leave you on tenterhooks.
Great cosy crime.
Gloriously astute on the details of village interactions... [this is] charming, cosy crime. (Alison Flood)
Full of intrigue, this is a thoroughly entertaining sequel. (Susan Watson)
A good holiday read, with much gentle humour peppered among the village characters. (Hannah Stephenson)
First-class entertainment but with more of an edge than most "cosy crime" books. (Jake Kerridge)
Praise be!.. Fans still in withdrawal after Coles's withdrawal from Radio 4's Saturday Live can once again bask in his wit, wisdom and insight. (Rose Shepherd)
A book to appreciate as well as enjoy. (Jeremy Black)
Reverend Coles brings his unique touch of humour to the cosy crime genre... Full of wonderfully colourful and eccentric characters. (Sharon Reid)
Like all the best stories, this one is character-driven, and the characters are observed with an unflinching but mellow and humorous eye. (Caroline Chartres)
PRAISE FOR MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG

'Cosy crime with a cutting edge' Sunday Telegraph
'Even better than I knew it would be' India Knight, Sunday Times
'I've been waiting for a novel with vicars, rude old ladies, murder and sausage dogs ... et voila!' Dawn French
'Charming and funny' Observer
'Whodunnit fans can give praise and rejoice' Ian Rankin
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I loved the return to the Vicarage and getting involved with the villagers again! The setting and period is excellent, as is the narration - I could listen to Rev. Richard Coles all day. The plot takes many a turn so expect the unexpected. I cannot wait for the next tale!

I didn’t see that coming!

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You tease, Richard Coles ! I'm devastated by the end of this book and cannot wait until you write a 3rd Canon Clements story and make it all right .
Having said which, i loved this book as much as the first story. Apart from the excellent detective mystery element, the combination of vivid characterisation and wry humour is leavened with a compassionate and sincere understanding of our human frailties. I also learned a lot about C of E ritual and history - fascinating stuff. So glad it is read by the author's gentle voice.
Thank you.

Heartbroken !!!

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I wasn't so taken with the first book as the language was difficult to understand and appreciate the meaning of. So normally, that being the case, I wouldn't bother with book 2. However, glad I took a chance on book 2 as its super! A much better story with a brilliant twist. The characters just keep getting better, I adore Audrey. keep writing these stories because I genuinely think that the characters will become cherished.

super second book, much better than the first.

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I adore Richard and his books. I love everything about them and already cannot wait for the next episode in Daniels life. Fantastic from start to finish and emotional at times….never wanted it to end. Another triumph from our very favourite Rev.

Wonderful

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Absolutely excellent , a real whodunnit. in the best tradition.
More of Audrey please.

Brilliant. How long until the next book ?

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