I’m thrilled to be participating in what is the penultimate day of the blog tour for ‘Murder at the Matterhorn.’
An old friend in need…
Despite being retired from the police, Dan Armstrong is always on hand to help with solving a crime.
So, when he’s contacted by an old colleague in need of help, Dan readily agrees. The only problem Dan can see is the location – an isolated mountain-top campsite of UFO enthusiasts.
An unexplained death…
But these are no ordinary star watchers, and when Dan arrives one member of the group is already dead. Some of the group suspect alien abduction, but Dan is sure the killer is much closer to home.
An out of this world case?
Dan doesn’t believe in aliens, but faced with black hole of secrecy from the group of suspects, he and Oscar have their work cut out to catch the murderer…before they strike again.
It’s another case for Dan and Oscar to solve!
A gripping new murder mystery series by bestselling author T.A. Williams, perfect for fans of Lee Strauss and Beth Byers.
Purchase Link – https://mybook.to/matterhornsocial
Author Bio –
T A Williams is the author of over twenty bestselling romances for HQ and Canelo and has now turned his hand to cosy crime, set in his beloved Italy, for Boldwood.
The series introduced us to retired DCI Armstrong and his labrador Oscar and the first book, entitled Murder in Tuscany, was published in October 2022. Trevor lives in Devon with his Italian wife.
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Review-
I’m always eager to read any new release from this author (a search of this blog will reveal reviews of numerous earlier titles) and this was no exception.
One of the things I love most about any T A Williams book, regardless of genre, is his ability to immerse you fully in the storyline and the location from the outset.
In this cozy crime mystery, the fifth in the series (although easily read as a stand-alone) and featuring former detective Dan Armstrong and his lovable Labrador Oscar, the action is set in the north of Italy where a murder has taken place during a ufologist convention in the mountains.
Despite the somewhat obscure alien theme, Williams expertly blends this naturally into the narrative. From Dan’s scepticism to the details of supposed sightings over the Matterhorn , the storyline is never overwhelmed by it, yet it lends a unique take on the murder and its suspects.
I think this is my favourite book of the series so far, perhaps because of its more unique setting and a part of Italy I am less familiar with. As always, the descriptions of the local dishes are tantalising and always make me want to try them for myself!
Oscar cannot help but steal the limelight in his own inimitable way and I especially loved the descriptions of Dan struggling to get him to sleep in his own bed, both in the camper-van and at the hotel.
I also particularly liked the character of Inspector Costey, from her hardened indifference at the outset on meeting Dan, to discovering not only her incredible work ethic but also her softer side as she got closer to the birth of her first child.
The great thing about this series is it keeps you second guessing about the possible motives and suspects. The twist at the end of this one was certainly unexpected!
A truly satisfying read.
With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.
Further stops can be found here:
Pickled Thoughts and Pinot 