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Book cover for "Murder at the Parsonage" by Dirk Volcano, book 1 of the Village Detective Series. The cover features elegant abstract line art of a person holding a steaming cup on a pastel white background, with the title in a serif font at the bottom and the author’s name at the top.
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Murder at the Parsonage

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Dive into Murder at the Parsonage by Dirk Volcano, where Biddy Apple uncovers Thistlebrook Hollow’s deepest secrets. Join the Village Detective mysteries.

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Book Description

In the idyllic village of Thistlebrook Hollow, appearances are often deceiving, and secrets linger behind every garden gate. When the unpopular Brigadier Gimlet is found dead at the parsonage, the villagers are shocked—but not entirely saddened. With no shortage of suspects, the real mystery is who had the strongest motive to rid the village of the cantankerous brigadier.

Rumours run rampant, and suspicions flare as gossip travels from kitchen to parlour across the village. The cobblestone streets are abuzz with theories, yet only one person has the wit and resolve to solve the case: Biddy Apple, Thistlebrook Hollow’s sharp-minded retired headmistress. With her knack for seeing through pretence and her love for a good puzzle, Biddy finds herself drawn into a web of lies, envy, and old grudges.

As Biddy delves deeper into the secrets of Thistlebrook, she must untangle the truth from a maze of small-town grudges and hidden rivalries. Will her keen observation be enough to uncover the killer lurking in their midst before they strike again?

Murder at the Parsonage is a delightful mystery filled with charm, suspense, and a touch of humour. Join Biddy Apple as she navigates village intrigue and uncovers the truth in this captivating cosy mystery—available now on Kindle Unlimited.

Reader Reviews

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Tuppance Griffiths
1 September 2025
This book made me late for work!
I picked this book up on a whim after a friend mentioned it and boy I could not put it down! I got to the final couple of chapters just as my train pulled into the station for work. I was so engrossed in the book that I missed my stop! I stumbled into work 30 minutes late but it was ok. My boss was the one who recommenced the book!

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