Murder at Holly House

by Denzil Meyrick Narrated by Tom Turner

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

There’s a strange murder to investigate and things get even more bizarre when another body is discovered. Set in the thick of winter in the years post WWII, this twisty whodunit doesn’t shy away from dark humor and surprises.

Discover the book everyone is talking about! This fun and festive mystery is perfect for fans of Murder on the Christmas Express and Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot's Christmas
A village of secrets.
Yorkshire, 1952. Christmas is fast approaching when a dead stranger is found lodged up the chimney of Holly House in the snow-covered village of Elderby. Is he a simple thief, or a would-be killer?
A mystery that can't be solved.
Inspector Frank Grasby is ordered to investigate. But as is often the way for him, things don't go according to plan.
A Christmas to remember.
When the local doctor's husband is murdered, Grasby begins to realize that everyone in Elderby is hiding something.
And if he can't uncover the truth soon, the whole country will pay a dreadful price...
Praise for Murder at Holly House
"The feel-good factor is off the scale." -The Times
"Intricately plotted and laced with deliciously dark humor." -The Sunday Post
"A hugely entertaining story with an authentic period feel." -The Herald

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Your new festive fave. . .a dead body stuck up the chimney, a stumped detective, lies, twists, and Meyrick's renowned storytelling and wit.—My Weekly

Murder at Holly House is a complete joy of a historical Christmas crime novel. All the elements of a classic crime caper shot through with Yorkshire humour, cracking characters and an evocative setting. Bumbling yet brilliant Inspector Frank Grasby is the detective hero we've been waiting for. I'm crossing my fingers for more cases to come!—Miranda Dickinson

This was a whole load of fun. A propulsive historical thriller with wonderful characters that make the pages fly. Terrific stuff.—Neil Lancaster

Praise for Denzil Meyrick—

Product Details

BN ID:	2940194203611
Publisher:	Penguin Random House
Publication date:	10/07/2025
Edition description:	Unabridged

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