Murder in an English Glade

Beryl and Edwina Mysteries, Book 5

By: Jessica Ellicott

Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat

As friends, the boisterous and brash American Beryl couldn’t be less alike than the prim and proper British Edwina. But as sleuths in an England recovering from the Great War, they’re the perfect match....

The year 1920: Flying in the face of convention, legendary American adventuress Beryl Helliwell never fails to surprise and shock. The last thing her adoring public would expect is that she craves some peace and quiet. The humdrum hamlet of Walmsley Parva in the English countryside seems just the ticket. And, honestly, until America comes to its senses and repeals Prohibition, Beryl has no intention of returning stateside and subjecting herself to bathtub gin.

For over three decades, Edwina Davenport has lived comfortably in Walmsley Parva, but the post-World War I bust has left her in dire financial straits and forced her to advertise for a lodger. When her long-lost school chum Beryl arrives on her doorstep - actually crashes into it in her red motorcar - Edwina welcomes her old friend as her new roommate.

But her idyllic hometown has a hidden sinister side, and when the two friends are drawn in, they decide to set up shop as private inquiry agents, helping Edwina to make ends meet and satisfying Beryl’s thirst for adventure. Now this odd couple will need to put their heads together to catch a killer - before this sleepy English village becomes their final resting place....

©2021 Jessica Ellicott (P)2021 Recorded Books

Beryl and Edwina

always a pleasure to listen to. and fun to figure out who did it. I really enjoy the stories.

Best reader ever!

This reader is the most versatile I've ever heard. Each character voice was distinct and easily distinguishable.

Oh yeah, the stories are good too. No, seriously, this is an excellent series.

Irene

Loved it, and the narration, and the novel 🤩 . I recommend to others who like Edwina and Beryl

Enjoyed the relationship between the main characters

I enjoyed the American and English character team. Interesting roles for women after the First World War.

Beryl and Edwina

I very much enjoy Beryl and Edwina sleuthing stories!
This one seemed to start off a little slower and a bit disjointed in places but it picked up and had a wonderful ending.
I like seeing how the personalities develop and grow with each book and look forward to the next adventure.