Say it with Poison (Mitchell & Markby 1): A classic English country crime novel of murder and blackmail

Meredith Mitchell thought she was simply stepping into a quiet country life while visiting her cousin Eve. But what started as a charming getaway quickly spirals into a tangled web of deceit and danger. As she navigates the bucolic scenery, she soon discovers that beneath the surface of rural tranquility lies a sinister plot involving murder and blackmail.

Eve's daughter’s upcoming theatrical performance should be a cause for celebration, yet the atmosphere is thick with tension and hidden agendas. With every turn, Meredith finds herself sucked deeper into the mystery, forced to confront both her own insecurities and the chilling reality that not everyone is who they seem.

Ann Granger masterfully combines wit and suspense, delivering an engaging and captivating read. Readers will be drawn into the intricacies of small-town life, where secrets simmer just below the surface, waiting for the right moment to explode. As Meredith attempts to unravel the truth, the stakes rise, and the line between friend and foe blurs.