A Follet Valley Mystery Death and Croissants

A comedy murder mystery set in rural France, this novel follows an amateur sleuth who is out of his depth. Richard, a middle-aged Englishman running a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley, lives a quiet life until a guest vanishes and a bloody handprint appears on the wallpaper. Persuaded by the beguiling Valérie, Richard reluctantly joins the investigation, only to be pulled deeper as danger escalates and a guest’s beloved hens become collateral in the case. Written by leading comedian Ian Moore, the book blends wit, pace and puzzle-solving for fans of clever whodunits with a lighthearted touch.

Richard’s calm routine is upended as the mystery unfolds against the picturesque backdrop of rural France. The disappearance triggers a chain of curious events, with Richard acting as a reluctant guide through a web of clues, quirks and regional charm. The story weaves humor with suspense, offering a brisk, unputdownable read that keeps the stakes — and the laughs — rising.

Features

• Comedy murder mystery in rural France
• Amateur sleuth Richard runs a B&B
• Disappearance and bloody handprint on wallpaper
• Valérie persuades Richard to investigate
• Hen-related peril raises the stakes
• Written by Ian Moore, TV and radio regular