Aunt Dimity Takes a Holiday (Aunt Dimity Mysteries, Book 8)

Lori herself is entangled in a messy - and dangerous - family dispute... Nancy Atherton's Aunt Dimity Takes a Holiday sees Lori, and the otherworldly sleuth Aunt Dimity, untangle the web of deceit surrounding a troubled family. Perfect for fans of M. C. Beaton and Agatha Christie. 'Atherton is simply a wonderful writer' - The Cleveland Plain Dealer When Lori Shepherd's husband, Bill, is summoned to the reading of a will at the Earl of Harrisford's grand Palladian home, she jumps at the chance to join him. But none of the Harrisford clan could have possibly predicted the scandal that would ensue as the contents of the will are revealed. What starts as a sombre occasion quickly devolves into full-blown family dispute. Burning topiaries, threatening notes, suspicious maids, and family intrigue lead Lori to seek her ghostly Aunt Dimity's help in identifying the person responsible. For it's clear they mean business, and if they're not found soon, the consequences could be deadly... What readers are saying about Aunt Dimity Takes a Holiday: ' Fun, light, gripping stories with a touch of fantasy' 'This series of books are perfect when you need something warm and fuzzy to read! I have loved them all' ' Cosy mystery with lovable, eccentric characters and humorous twists . Nancy Atherton's Aunt Dimity series is like coming home for the holidays!'