A Corpse in Christmas Close: (The Iris Woodmore Mysteries Book 5) by Michelle Salter Blog Tour

                                         
 

A Corpse in Christmas Close

When a pantomime turns deadly, Iris investigates a cast of killers…

Christmas, 1923. When reporter Iris Woodmore is sent to cover the Prince of Wales’ visit to historic Winchester, she discovers more than just royal gossip.

The leading lady in Winchester Cathedral’s charity pantomime is found dead in mysterious circumstances. And the chief suspect is Cinderella’s handsome prince, played by Percy Baverstock’s younger brother, Freddie.

For the sake of the Baverstocks, Iris must investigate the murder, even though it means confronting an old enemy. And as the line between friend and foe blurs dangerously, she’s ensnared by someone she hoped she’d never see again…

Everyone's favourite amateur sleuth returns for a Christmas mystery, perfect for fans of Verity Bright, Claire Gradidge and Emily Organ

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A Corpse on Christmas Close is another charming addition to her Iris Woodmore series, set in 1920s England, with the Christmas pantomime and its cast at the centre of the murder of the leading lady. There are plenty of suspects and clues for Iris to follow, but Freddie is most in need of her sleuthing as he is the prime suspect.

Iris gets caught up in a tangled thread and plenty of red herrings as she unravels the events before the murder. 

There is quite a bit of humour sprinkled throughout the story. I particularly enjoyed the scene where she meets the Prince of Wales. It was cute and funny.

Iris is a modern working woman, being a newspaper journalist, and she has an equally modern love life to match it. She isn't obsessed with finding a husband and having babies which is refreshing to read. She is young and has fun getting to know men and enjoying flirtations. She has loyal male friends and maybe that's where the lightning bolt of love will eventually strike. 

A Corpse on Christmas Close will appeal to fans of cozy mysteries and historical fiction. With its engaging characters, engaging plot, and festive setting, it's the perfect book to curl up with on a cold winter's day.

I recommend reading this great series in the correct order for best enjoyment and to get to know the recurring characters.

Iris Woodmore Mystery Series

1 Death at Crookham Hall (2023)

     aka The Suffragette's Daughter

2 Murder at Waldenmere Lake (2023)

3 The Body at Carnival Bridge (2023)

4 A Killing at Smugglers Cove (2023)

5 A Corpse in Christmas Close (2024)

6 A Murder at Mill Ponds (2025)

Author Bio  

Michelle Salter writes historical cosy crime set in Hampshire, where she lives, and inspired by real-life events in 1920s Britain. Her Iris Woodmore series draws on an interest in the aftermath of the Great War and the suffragette movement.