A Pen Dipped in Poison: A witty and cosy mystery story, perfect for fans of Richard Osman

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Retired schoolteachers Liz, Pat and Thelma never expected they would be caught up in a crime even once in their lives, let alone twice. It was a bit long winded but this is a new author and I am curious to see what happens in book three, mainly due to the trio. If you are looking for an easy to read cozy mystery with some lovely characters, to brighten up your afternoon while you have a cup of tea and a biscuit, then this is the book for you.

This story dragged about someone writing pen letters in the school that the ladies used to teach in. I hadn't read the first book, so maybe my next point is less valid for those who've read it, but I felt there were too many characters. As delightful as it is deadly, A Pen Dipped in Poison is a feel-good, fun and fabulous cosy mystery that had me utterly gripped from page one. Becky, Jan, Liz, Izzy, Pat, Thelma, Kayleigh, Karen, Victoria, Nicole, Bunty, Josie, Macy, Claire, Linda, Tiff, Candice, Faith, Simone, Hope, Topsy, Rod, Liam, Derek, Teddy, Ian, Andrew, Steve, Matt, Chris, Doug - did I forget anyone? EXCERPT: In the morning, if his wife were to leave the house before him, Derek Newsome would invariably tell her to 'take care' in serious tones, as if she were some Captain-Oates-type figure who had decided against all odds to venture into an Antarctic wilderness.

The background story of this and the previous book was very good but I felt the characters lacked depth. I also liked how he included topics such as schools turning into businesses, which made you really think.

Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma have a brand-new mystery to solve in this witty tale.These wonderfully warm and funny characters took on a life of their own and spawned a series of cosy crime novels. This time around I didn’t guess who was behind it all, and I did last time so I was expecting to be able to crack it! The characters are likeable and quirky, the story moves quickly and this talented author leaves us wanting for more …! I loved the first book in this series so naturally I was very excited about the second one, and boy it didn’t disappoint in any way.