The Body in the Bookstore, Ellie Alexander
The Body in the Bookstore, Ellie Alexander
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The Body in the Bookstore

Author: Ellie Alexander

Narrator: Ellen Quay

Unabridged: 7 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/19/2024

Synopsis

Behind the shelves of The Secret Bookcase, where the sun slants through the windows onto rows of classic crime novels, a body lies… Bookseller Annie Murray is thrilled when the mystery-themed book festival she sets up to revive the dwindling fortunes of her workplace and sanctuary seems poised for success. But events take a shocking turn when a body is discovered hidden behind the shelves, and it’s revealed that the victim is Annie's old college acquaintance. Determined to ensure the festival’s success and save the small town of Redwood Grove from a killer, Annie begins piecing together clues with the help of her friends. But as the list of suspects grows longer—a local boutique owner, an envious old classmate, a bitter ex-boyfriend—Annie is drawn deeper into the case. With the aid of her old criminology professor-turned-detective, can Annie unmask the murderer before they turn her festival into a real-life whodunit? Full of lovable, quirky characters and small-town charm, The Body in the Bookstore serves up an irresistible blend of intrigue for fans of cozy crime including Lauren Elliott, Merryn Allingham and M.C. Beaton.

About Ellie Alexander

Ellie Alexander is a Pacific Northwest native who spends ample time testing pastry recipes in her home kitchen or at one of the many famed coffeehouses nearby. When she’s not coated in flour, you’ll find her outside exploring hiking trails and trying to burn off calories consumed in the name of research. Ellie loves hearing from her readers and interacting with them on social media. You can find her at: elliealexander.co

About Ellen Quay

Ellen Quay is an experienced audiobook narrator and voiceover artist. When she's not in the booth, she enjoys participating in community theater, solving escape rooms, singing, and hiking.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Srivalli on June 19, 2024

Happy Publication Day 3.5 stars One Liner: Decent series starter Annie Murray has made the Secret Bookcase her home for the last eight years. Located in a small town in Northern California, the independent bookstore is struggling to attract enough customers. A chance comment sparks an idea in Annie’......more

Goodreads review by Amanda (BookLoverAmanda) on September 03, 2024

The Body in the Bookstore by Ellie Alexander - 3.5 Book 1 in A Secret Bookcase Mystery series This is the start to a new bookish cozy mystery series. This had some really great bookish elements. We had a great bookstore and Agatha Christie vibes, details about publishing and author, events, and a fun......more

Goodreads review by Louise on June 29, 2024

This new cozy mystery series is off to a great start! Ellie Alexander knows what she’s doing. The setting is a small town in northern California. And we have book lovers and a mystery-centric bookstore housed in a lovely old mansion just outside the center of town - and it’s a bit down on its luck.......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on September 14, 2024

3.5 stars This was a fun and quick cozy mystery! I really did like how it took place during a crime book festival and how the heroine had to figure out who killed the person in the bookstore. I do wish it had more of a small town, everyday feel instead of solely focused on the even the heroine was pu......more

Goodreads review by Sheila on June 17, 2024

I received a free copy of, The Body in the Bookstore. by Ellie Alexander, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This is book one of the, A Secret Bookcase Mystery series. Annie Murray is a book shop owner, but funds are tight, and she decides to have a mystery themed fes......more

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