Marmalade Murders

A friendly competition turns deadly in the ninth installment of the award-winning Penny Brannigan mystery series set in the charming Welsh countryside.The annual Llanelen agricultural show is a time for the community to come together and showcase their talents, from farm animals to baked goods. Local artist and spa owner Penny Brannigan agrees to help with the intake of the domestic arts entries and judge the children's pet competition. But when the president of the Welsh Women's Guild goes missing and a prizeworthy carrot cake vanishes, it's clear that something sinister is afoot.The discovery of a body by a black Labrador Retriever throws suspicion on a newcomer to town, but Penny believes in her innocence. As an amateur sleuth, Penny sets out to find the real killer among the close-knit community. However, when a second body turns up, the case becomes more complicated than a missing cake.In The Marmalade Murders, Penny must use her skills and knowledge of the town to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again. With its perfect blend of small-town charm and intriguing mystery, this latest installment in the celebrated series will keep readers guessing until the very end.