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The Case of the Body on the Orient Express
- Author
- Kelly Oliver
- Narrator
- Penelope Rawlins
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 14 July 2025
- Run Time
- 8 hours 20 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Fiction: general and literary, Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives, Crime and mystery: cosy mystery, Crime and mystery: hard-boiled crime, noir fiction, Crime and mystery: women sleuths, Classic crime and mystery fiction, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Fiction: inspired by or adapted from
What to expect
Don't miss the next installment in Kelly Oliver's brilliantly addictive Detection Club cozy mystery series!
Paris, 1928: Agatha Christie and fellow writer Dorothy L Sayers board the Orient Express, bound for Constantinople. Christie in particular is looking forward to a break from recent dispiriting events in both her work and private life โ the finalisation of her divorce from her philanderous husband Archie, and the miserly reception of her latest book.
But before the duo can settle in to enjoy the luxuries of their first-class journey, their journey is derailed when a fellow guest drops dead during the dinner service. And as the last person to speak to the victim, Dorothy finds herself a prime suspect in his murder.
As the train hurtles East, Sayersโ resourceful assistant Eliza and her friend Theo must navigate a maze of suspects. But with each passing mile, the stakes rise, and when another body is discovered, their search to find the killer before they reach their destination becomes increasingly complicated.
Can Eliza and Theo stay one step ahead, crack the mystery and clear Dorothyโs name? Or will this be one journey too far for the amateur sleuths?
Praise for Kelly Oliver:
'Sharp, witty and full of surprises!' Clara McKenna
'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins
'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams
'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham
'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' Dianne Freeman
'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib
'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks
'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post
'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews
'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein โ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler
'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima
'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews
'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower
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Details
- Author
- Kelly Oliver
- Narrator
- Penelope Rawlins
- Duration
- 8 hours 20 minutes
- Release Date
- 14 July 2025
- ISBN
- 9781836175513
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Fiction: general and literary, Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives, Crime and mystery: cosy mystery, Crime and mystery: hard-boiled crime, noir fiction, Crime and mystery: women sleuths, Classic crime and mystery fiction, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Fiction: inspired by or adapted from
Synopsis
All aboard the Orient Express! ๐ Love Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers? READ THIS GRIPPING MURDER MYSTERY! ๐Don't miss the next installment in Kelly Oliver's brilliantly addictive Detection Club cozy mystery series!Paris, 1928: Agatha Christie and fellow writer Dorothy L Sayers board the Orient Express, bound for Constantinople. Christie in particular is looking forward to a break from recent dispiriting events in both her work and private life โ the finalisation of her divorce from her philanderous husband Archie, and the miserly reception of her latest book.But before the duo can settle in to enjoy the luxuries of their first-class journey, their journey is derailed when a fellow guest drops dead during the dinner service. And as the last person to speak to the victim, Dorothy finds herself a prime suspect in his murder.As the train hurtles East, Sayersโ resourceful assistant Eliza and her friend Theo must navigate a maze of suspects. But with each passing mile, the stakes rise, and when another body is discovered, their search to find the killer before they reach their destination becomes increasingly complicated.Can Eliza and Theo stay one step ahead, crack the mystery and clear Dorothyโs name? Or will this be one journey too far for the amateur sleuths?Praise for Kelly Oliver:'Sharp, witty and full of surprises!' Clara McKenna'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' Dianne Freeman'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein โ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower
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