Death and Boules

A Follet Valley Mystery, Book 5

By: Ian Moore

Narrated by: Ian Moore

From the best-selling author of Death and Croissants, a new murder mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Julia Chapman, or MC Beaton

Saint-Sauver, home to Richard Ainsworth and Valérie d’Orçay’s detective agency, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its town twinning with Anglethorp Spa in Lincolnshire. Events are planned, a huge brocante, street parties and the centrepiece, an exhibition boules tournament between the two towns and a team of international boules all-stars.

Everything is going well, the sun shines, the wine flows and the entente is very cordiale.

Until the mayor turns up dead in an antique dresser having apparently been killed twice. Inevitably Richard and Valérie have very different views on the subject and engage in their own battle, who will solve the crime first?

©2025 Ian Moore (P)2025 Duckworth Books

Fun mystery

I love all the twists and turns and lots of humor!! Very fun story and especially enjoyable being in France!

The best.

Similars to a year in Provence but mystery. It’s charming. It’s easy. It’s like snacking on apero.

Best one yet!

The antics that Richard and Valerie get up to always make me laugh. This was Ian Moore’s best so far. I found myself laughing out loud numerous times. I love the way he blends the French and British lifestyles so effortlessly. I can’t wait for the next one!

Wonderful

Greatly enjoyed! Fell in love with Richard and his friends all over again. Looking forward to the next book.

As Fun As the Rest of the Series.

I don't know where it ranks for me in the series, but this is another fun entry in one of my favorite series.