Murder at Gulls Nest

A Novel

De: Jess Kidd

Narrado por: Siobhan McSweeney

From Jess Kidd, the bestselling author of Things in Jars who “is so good it isn’t fair” (Erika Swyler, nationally bestselling author), the first in a cozy mystery series about a former nun who searches for answers in a small seaside town after her pen pal mysteriously disappears.

I believe every one of us at Gulls Nest is concealing some kind of secret.

1954: When her former novice’s dependable letters stop, Nora Breen asks to be released from her vows. Haunted by a line in Frieda’s letter, Nora arrives at Gulls Nest, a charming hotel in Gore-on-Sea in Kent.

A seaside town, a place of fresh air and relaxed constraints, is the perfect place for a new start. Nora hides her identity and pries into the lives of her fellow guests. But when a series of bizarre murders rattles the occupants of Gulls Nest it’s time to ask if a dark past can ever really be left behind.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Siobhan McSweeney captures each nuance of this creepy yet moving mystery set in 1952 in a decaying English seaside town. Listeners meet Nora, who leaves a convent after 30 years to search for a young novice named Freda, whose letters to her have mysteriously stopped. The suspense begins as Nora moves into Freda’s boardinghouse, where residents include a retired puppeteer, a resentful cook, and a carnival worker. McSweeney sounds determined as Nora subtly observes and questions the odd and secretive residents, who have varied accents and post-WWII memories. After an unexpected murder, suave Inspector Rideout—at first, reluctantly; then, enthusiastically—partners with Nora. The atmospheric weather, scenic promenade, and gentle humor, including religious wordplay, keep listeners fully involved."

Sutle Humor Throughout

I really enjoyed this listen. Although I quickly surmised the "twist" ending, I was so enthralled by the characters that I didn't much care how it ended. I would have followed them anywhere. I have hope for more to come from this author!

BEST COZY MYSTERY

Wow, this is a perfect book. It’s well written with twists and turns and with wonderful character development. Can’t recommend it highly enough! Funny, intriguing, well paced- wonderful book.

Irish mystery

The story was ok, but I knew who did it way before the end.

Interesting

This was a okay book. It did not keep me interested . I really wanted to love this. It was alright

Compelling mystery & wonderful narration

Somewhat a cozy mystery. Interesting characters well played by Siobhan McSweeney. Hoping this is the beginning of a series for Ms. Kidd & Ms. McSweeney. Ms. McSweeney played my favorite nun & now my favorite former nun.

Great characters Great Story

I hope this is just the first of many adventures of Breen and Rideout! Well written Wonderful performance

Fantastic murder mystery

A delightful listen to a story that is well written. Captivating story telling with good character development.

Interesting characters

Love the narrator! She brought the story to life. I would like to know what happens next to Nora.

I love everything that Jess writes!

The immersive way in which the author parses out each character, their past, their peculiarities. The narrator was terrific. You won’t be disappointed. I couldn’t put this down.

Loved it

Wonderful main character, a former nun. All the characters were so well developed. Super intriguing period piece mystery. I enjoyed it very much!