Stranger in the Village

An absolutely page-turning cosy mystery, where death comes to a small village. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin.

Where there’s a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered…

Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well.

The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat.

But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?

Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who’s been seen wandering through the village and through Jude’s fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable…

A totally page-turning mystery novel with unforgettable characters you will love, suspect and enjoy. Fans of Faith Martin and Frances Evessham will love the Malvern Mystery series!

'I loved this book as much, if not more, than the first book in the series. Great plot twists with believable characters all set in a beautiful location.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller

'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I’d want to be friends with all rolled into one.’ Kristen Perrin

'This book had a bit of everything! ... Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'Brilliantly plotted, with twists and turns - and a truly satisfying ending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'What a story bursting with adventure, Murder and Romance. It was so good I just kept on reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

"Stranger in the Village" was written by Kate Wells.

Kate Wells is the bestselling author of cosy crime and children's fiction. For award-winning publisher Boldwood Books, she writes the Malvern Mysteries, inspired by the farm where she grew up.

Yes, "Stranger in the Village" is part of the "The Malvern Mysteries" series.