The Queen of Poisons

Marlow Murder Club, Book 3

By: Robert Thorogood

Narrated by: Nicolette McKenzie

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Who killed the Mayor? It’s up to the Marlow Murder Club to find out …

Geoffrey Lushington, Mayor of Marlow, dies suddenly during a Town Council meeting. When traces of aconite—also known as the queen of poisons—are found in his coffee cup, the police realize he was murdered. But who did it? And why?

The police bring Judith, Suzie and Becks in to investigate as Civilian Advisors right from the start, so they have free rein to interview suspects and follow the evidence to their heart’s content, which is perfect because Judith has no time for rules and standard procedure.

But this case has the Marlow Murder Club stumped. Who would want to kill the affable Mayor? How did they even get the poison into his coffee? And is anyone else in danger? The Marlow Murder Club are about to face their most difficult case yet …

©2024 Robert Thorogood (P)2024 HarperCollins UK

Wonderful in many ways

This book was an intricate, thought-provoking who-done-it. But the extraordinary charm coming from our sleuths was due to their individual definitions and discoveries of personal happiness was the real star of the book for me.

Brilliant!

Really love this series and this one was the best so far,can’t wait till the next one is available.
The characters are really quirky and funny and the narrator does a great job of bringing them to life.

Amusing romp

Again the trio figures it out! It is totally improbable that any such folks could run around confronting possible murderers with various accusations, provoking them, and otherwise putting themselves at risk of life and limb. But they do. It is tedious somewhat and very repetitious, most obviously when Judith explains things in infinite detail, but if you last until the end, you’ll have the most delightful surprise twist. Worth the wait. A skimpy plot but performed with lovely enthusiasm and gusto. Enough to take your mind off your troubles. So worth it.

Enjoyed the outcome

Thought the storyline dragged on a bit so sped it up. Otherwise, always enjoy this author and reader.

Fresh take on murder mysteries.

I absolutely love this series. I've already pre ordered book 4. it's refreshing to hear that "ordinary" people, (and I used ordinary loosely since these ladies are all but) can help to solve murder cases. Too many books out there where the authorities have to go "by the book." I love how unconventional Judith and her pals are. Their eccentric behaviors just add to the fun.