Murder in the Green (Libby Sarjeant Series #6)

by Lesley Cookman

Overview

'With fascinating characters and an intriguing plot, this is a real page turner' KATIE FFORDE praise for the series

An addictive and unputdownable crime mystery novel perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Faith Martin, J.R. Ellis, LJ Ross, Miss Marple and Midsummer Murders!

Lesley Cookman's bestselling series featuring amateur sleuth Libby Sarjeant is back for its sixth instalment!

Amateur sleuth Libby Sarjeant and psychic investigator Fran find themselves in the middle of another investigation when a member of a local Morris Dancing side is unfortunately found dead on May Day.

Driven in part by her interest in Morris lore, and in part by her insatiable appetite for detecting, Libby leaves her comfort zone in Kent and travels to Cornwall. Here she sees the darker side of Morris, and its surprising links to Satanism.

Back home in Kent, she and Fran begin to unravel the facts behind the murder and the cleverness of a completely unsuspected killer.
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Praise for the bestselling series:

'I could not put down.... Would recommend this series to everyone' ***** Amazon review

'...if you miss the good old days of Agatha Christie and Dorothy L Sayers then why not give Lesley Cookman's excellent books a go' ***** Amazon review

'I love Libby Sarjeant and have read all of the books, which I will read again. All the characters are believable and the plots are good' ***** Amazon review

'A great series of books that I can't put down. Thank you' ***** Amazon review

'A great book full of twists but I really like the relationships and friendships that are forming over each book' ***** Amazon review

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781908917041
Publisher:	Headline Book Publishing, Limited
Publication date:	05/01/2012
Series:	A Libby Sarjeant Murder Mystery Series , #6
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Pages:	286
Sales rank:	127,742
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Like many authors, Lesley started writing stories as a child. After a checquered beginning, including jobs as varied as actor, model, cabin crew and nightclub DJ, she fell into feature writing for publications including Business Matters, Which Computer and Poultry Farmers Weekly.

She progressed to short stories for the vibrant Women's magazine market and, following a Master's Degree where she met her publisher, she turned to her first literary love of Traditional British Mysteries. The Libby Sarjeant series is still going strong, and has been joined by The Alexandrians, an Edwardian mystery series.


Lesley also continues to work with her local theatre, which often finds its way into her books.

Read an Excerpt

OUT OF THE DARKNESS they came, bells silenced, boots muffled on dead leaves. The whites of their eyes caught the torchlight and reflected an ancient excitement. Above them, budding branches whispered, ahead of them the need-fire was already burning.

The path wound down the shallow hillside among the trees. Two figures broke away, feathers nodding above black faces. Neither of them returned.

'Please, Libby. Just come and talk to them.'

Libby Sarjeant frowned at the phone. 'Gemma, I can't.'

'Why not? You've been involved in murders before.'

Libby squirmed. 'Not intentionally.'

'But you have. You're like - like - oh, I don't know, bloody Miss Marple or something.'

Libby closed her eyes and squirmed some more. 'No, I'm not, Gemma. Let me tell you, the police always get there either ahead or at the same time as the amateur in these cases. Let well alone. They'll find out what happened.'

'It's nearly two months now. How can they find out now?'

'Just think of all the cold case reviews they do these days,' said Libby. 'They solve those, don't they?'

'They do on telly,' grumbled Gemma.

'Anyway,' said Libby, hastily returning to the point. 'I can't see your lot welcoming a batty old woman asking a lot of impertinent questions, can you? Be sensible.'

There was silence at the other end of line. Eventually Libby said, 'Are you still there, Gemma?'

'Yes. I was thinking,' said Gemma. 'Couldn't you at least come along? See the celebrations?'

'On the longest day?'

'Yes. We start at sunrise.'

'What? You must be joking!'

'It's traditional.' Gemma sounded defensive. 'Even the Mayor comes out to watch.'

'Good for him,' muttered Libby.

'Well, if you can't come then, you could come to one of the public displays during the day. Or even,' Gemma was disparaging, 'to the Saturday parade.'

'What's wrong with that?' asked Libby. 'I seem to remember that being good fun. I used to go with the kids.'

'Oh, yes, how are they?'

'Adam's working with a garden designer locally, and Belinda and Dominic are both working in London. How are yours?'

'Still at home,' said Gemma gloomily. 'Anyway, will you come?'

Libby sighed. 'Possibly to the Saturday parade,' she said. 'Where does it finish up?'

'Same as we always do - on the mount.'

'What time?'

'Two-ish. But you won't get a chance to talk to anybody then.'

'I didn't say I'd talk to anyone,' said Libby.

'But I want you to talk to them,' wailed Gemma. 'You don't understand!'

'Oh, yes, I do, Gemma. Believe me.'

Libby put the phone down and frowne

Table of Contents

Chapter One: 1

Chapter Two: 10

Chapter Three: 19

Chapter Four: 27

Chapter Five: 36

Chapter Six: 45

Chapter Seven: 54

Chapter Eight: 65

Chapter Nine: 73

Chapter Ten: 81

Chapter Eleven: 91

Chapter Twelve: 99

Chapter Thirteen: 108

Chapter Fourteen: 119

Chapter Fifteen: 131

Chapter Sixteen: 140

Chapter Seventeen: 149

Chapter Eighteen: 160

Chapter Nineteen: 170

Chapter Twenty: 178

Chapter Twenty One: 187

Chapter Twenty Two: 196

Chapter Twenty Three: 204

Chapter Twenty Four: 212

Chapter Twenty Five: 219

Chapter Twenty Six: 230

Chapter Twenty Seven: 239

Chapter Twenty Eight: 248

Chapter Twenty Nine: 255

Chapter Thirty: 263

Chapter Thirty One: 273

Chapter Thirty Two: 284

Chapter Thirty Three: 292

Chapter Thirty Four: 304

Chapter Thirty Five: 312

Chapter Thirty Six: 319

Editorial Reviews

'A compelling series where each book leaves you satisfied but also eagerly waiting for the next one. I love Libby!' Author Bernardine Kennedy

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