Murder on the Train

DI Hillary Greene, Book 21

By: Faith Martin

Narrated by: Alison Campbell

A BRAND-NEW MYSTERY FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL WELSH COUNTRYSIDE.

Six passengers in a locked train carriage. One of them is dead. No one saw a thing.

Former Detective Hillary Greene is off on holiday. For a blissful two weeks, her life will be free of murder victims, murder suspects—and, best of all, no paperwork. She’s heading for the beautiful Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye, where she plans to spend her time browsing old bookshops and generally relaxing.

Hillary arrives at the picturesque Riverside Inn where the other guests are an eclectic bunch: a charming Irishman, a rich American and his spoilt daughter, a thrice-married Canadian influencer, a wealthy widow and a taciturn taxidermist.

The next day, Hillary and her fellow guests set off on a steam train ride through the stunning Cambrian Mountains. But when the train arrives at its final destination, not all the passengers get off.

One of them has been stabbed neatly and cleanly through the heart.

Which of the five passengers who shared the carriage is the killer? And how come no one saw a thing . . . ?

Perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, Agatha Christie, L.J. Ross, J.R. Ellis, M.C. Beaton, or Clare Chase.

©2024 Faith Martin (P)2025 W.F. Howes Ltd

What a Ride!

As always, Faith Martin (pen name of Jacquie Walton) delivers another fabulous read, and the narration is spot on.

The protagonist, now retired detective inspector, Hillary Greene, takes a trip on a train for her vacation rather than staying home as she usually does. But instead of a relaxing ride she encounters a murder. Suspects are limited to the six other passengers in her car.

Initially it seems no one has a motive but as the investigation evolves it becomes clear no one can be eliminated. The lazy police inspector in charge immediately labels the death an accident, so it’s up to Hillary to prove otherwise.

This book is a must read by one of my favorite authors. However, I do recommend that a new reader start at the beginning of the series, although each book can be enjoyed as a standalone edition.

Another good one

This has been a great series. Each book has been well written and held my attention all the way through. It was a treat to have Hilary working on an active case again even in an advisory role.

Interesting plot

I liked the overall plot, I didn’t like so much third-person commentary. I vastly prefer the old Hillary on active duty. But I will give this new one a chance before I make up my mind.

disappointed 😞

too dark
I liked the welsh countryside and the puzzle of the mystery
well thought out plot good qriting
I was looking forward to a cozy read
but then the bad guy starts going on and on about laying in wait for the lady
creepy
can't recommend