#AD #Sponsored I used to love reading Mystery books like Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys and just recently David and I’ve gotten into watching Murder Mysteries on TV like Murder She Wrote. I am happy to bring you a new book called Murder in Morocco (The Aunt Jessica Mysteries Book 1) by Judith Cranswick that I received a copy of from the Author and Voracious Readers for this review. Inside this post are my affiliate links if you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the items you purchase.
I don’t know about you but I love mysteries, Camels and Kasbar’s and traveling to new and unique locations like Moracco and that is why I wanted to read this new boo. Murder in Morocco (The Aunt Jessica Mysteries Book 1) by Judith Cranswick is the first book of hers I’ve read but let me tell you it’s not going to be the last book I read of hers.
. Murder in Morocco (The Aunt Jessica Mysteries Book 1) reminded me of Murder She Wrote and I could see myself curled up on my couch with my favorite dog and a glass of Sweet Tea watching this on tv instead of reading about it in a book. The mystery was mild enough that it didn’t keep me from being able to sleep. There wasn’t nothing to graphic or sexually related that I wouldn’t share the story with my family.
I loved being able to travel to Moracco with Jessica and her nephew and learn more about the Country and at times I was able to pick out facts to share with my son in his Homeschool History Class. Murder in Morocco (The Aunt Jessica Mysteries Book 1) travel aspect offers us a realistic description of the architecture, cuisine, customs and history and once I begun reading the book at first it was a tad slow but having 30 small chapters allowed the book to pick up pretty fast and got to the point that I didn’t want to put the book down and ended up finishing it in a day and a half.
Harry’s life isn’t going exactly as he planned and with little to no family support (aside from his mother and favorite aunt of course) Harry is at a loss. His mother’s sisters sound like judgmental old crows who have with standards higher than most people and love to raise there their drawn on pencil eyebrows at everyone and give them there own opinion even if you didn’t want it.
Then comes a rescue from Aunt Jessica who we learn is a stylish, vivacious, and worldly 70-something year old woman just like Jessca from Murder She Wrote with a tenacity for living life. Jessica travels the world giving tours and lectures on civilizations and cultures and we find out Jessica is a renowned author, speaker, and journalist and through sheer luck Harry is about to see Jessica in action.
I wish I had the opportunity to go with them on there trip to Moraco when Aunt Jessica offers Harry the once in a lifetime opportunity to travels her assistant. Being that Harry just lost his job, Harry quickly agrees to go with her. But the trip, is filled with architecture and cultural immersion, is interrupted when one thing leads to another and one of the tourists in the group is found dead.
.Murder in Morocco (The Aunt Jessica Mysteries Book 1) is tangled with lies, deceit, and infidelity, and Harry and Aunt Jessica can’t keep themselves from conducting their own investigation to help police catch a killer. I hope you take the time to purchase this book as soon and possible and you will look for the other books in the series which like this book can be read as a stand-alone.
About the book:
Camels, kasbars and chaos but not necessarily in that order. Down on his luck, Harry is invited by his Aunt Jessica to accompany her on one of her history tours. When one of the group is murdered and the victim’s wife is arrested, neither Harry or Aunt Jessica are convinced she is guilty. Harry’s attempts to investigate land him in trouble and only with Aunt Jessica’s help can he avoid arrest himself. Like your crime with a touch of humour in a travel setting? If you are a fan of M E Beaton’s Agatha Raison novels or Elizabeth Peters’ Vicky Bliss adventures, your going to love Aunt Jessica’s adventures.
What readers are saying about MURDER IN MOROCCO: –
‘An absorbing and entertaining whodunnit in the best tradition of British murder mysteries. Interesting characters, excellent plot and pacing, and lots of great local colour of Morocco. Kept me guessing till the very end.’
‘ ‘Another travelling triumph for Miss Cranswick who seems to have all the right sensibilities to juggle crime and humour. This is an admirable undertaking that not everybody manages. I particularly enjoy the settings within her novels although it does give me the pang to travel. Even if there is going to be murder!’
‘ ‘The thing about Judith Cranswick’s books is that you get a wonderful tour of whatever place the story is set in. Judith’s descriptions of various locations in Morocco makes the reader ‘see’ everything. No need to go on an actual tour; just read Judith’s book! She shows her depth of knowledge about Morocco, from the city of Marrakech to the villages in the mountainous regions, including the traditions and the food.’
‘ ‘Just finished reading ‘Murder on Morocco’ and what an enjoyable read it is. There are plenty of bodies and red herrings along the way and all set against the wonderful Moroccan backdrop, which has been added to my ‘must visit’ list. There is even tea and cake! There are a whole new set of characters to enjoy so let’s hope there are plenty more in the series.’
Meet the Author: Judith Cranswick
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Meet the Author: Judith Cranswick
Judith was born and brought up in Norwich and now lives with her husband in Swindon. She wrote her first novel (now languishing in the back of a drawer somewhere) when her two children were toddlers but there was little time for writing when she returned to work teaching Geography in a large comprehensive and it was only after retirement that she was able to take it up again in earnest.
Judith’s first two published novels, ‘All in the Mind’ and ‘Watcher in the Shadows’ each won the NAWG Award for Best Unpublished Novel for two years running.
She now works part time teaching Tai Chi as well Creative Writing and lecturing.
Her other hobbies include reading, line dancing and travelling.
“Writers are told to write what they know about but I can assure you, I’ve never committed a murder. I’m an ex- convent school headmistress for goodness sake!”
Find out more about Judith at www.judithcranswick.co.uk
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
