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Join the Author's Readers Group and receive a FREE Short Story: 'The Yellow Cottage Mystery' (the prequel to The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries). Available on her website ~ www.jnewwrites.com

J. New is the British author of The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mystery series, dubbed 'Miss Marple meets The Ghost Whisperer.' Set on the fictitious island of Linhay in the south of England during the 1930's. And The Finch & Fischer Mysteries, contemporary, British cozies featuring mobile librarian Penny Finch and her rescue puppy Fischer.

Reading order: The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries:

0 The Yellow Cottage Mystery - FREE short story prequel (on website jnewwrites.com)
1 An Accidental Murder
2 The Curse of Arundel Hall
3 A Clerical Error
4 The Riviera Affair

Reading Order: The Finch & Fischer Mysteries:

1 Decked in the Hall
2 Death at the Duck Pond
3 Battered to Death

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A Double Life (The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries Book 5) Jul 26, 2020

by J. New

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WHEN A SIMPLE CASE OF ABANDONMENT BECOMES AN INTERNATIONAL THREAT

Autumn, 1936. Ella Bridges, Scotland Yard’s only female consultant is shocked to find a baby abandoned in Kensington Palace Gardens. With no adult in sight and a deadly storm brewing she has no choice but to take him home. The child is swiftly reunited with his parents and Ella believes that’s the end of the matter, but the next day a body is found under the Serpentine Bridge.

When the murder investigation takes a clandestine turn, Ella finds herself in an unfamiliar world of secret tunnels and cryptic codes and risks being pushed out of the case altogether. Will her lack of knowledge and experience mean she’s side-lined completely? Or can she utilise her extraordinary skills to halt the looming threat and prevent an international catastrophe?

A unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers.

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An Accidental Murder (The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries Book 1) Mar 22, 2015

by J. New

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WHEN A STRANGE CHILD FOLLOWS HER HOME ON THE TRAIN FROM LONDON, ELLA BRIDGES FEELS BOUND TO HELP HER. HOWEVER, SHE SOON DISCOVERS THE CHILD IS NOT WHAT SHE SEEMS.

Having recently moved into a large home on Linhay Island, affectionately known locally as The Yellow Cottage, Ella finds herself at the centre of a murder investigation thanks to a special gift from the previous house owner.
Along with her unusual sidekick, a former cottage resident, Ella follows clues which take her to the heart of London.
As the mystery unravels she is forced to enter the lion's den to solve the crime and stop the perpetrator.
But can she do it before she becomes the next victim?

A unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers.

The 'Novella' first book in the popular series dubbed by readers as, 'Miss Marple meets The Ghost Whisperer.'

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The Curse of Arundel Hall (The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries Book 2) Jan 20, 2017

by J. New

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ONE GHOST, ONE MURDER, ONE HUNDRED YEARS APART. BUT ARE THEY CONNECTED?

Ella has discovered a secret room in The Yellow Cottage, but with it comes a ghost. Who was she? And how did she die? Ella needs to find the answers before either of them can find peace. But suddenly things take a nasty turn for the worse.

Ella Bridges has been living on Linhay Island for several months but still hasn’t discovered the identity of her ghostly guest. Deciding to research the history of her cottage for clues she finds it is connected to Arundel Hall, the large Manor House on the bluff, and when an invitation to dinner arrives realises it is the perfect opportunity to discover more.

However the evening takes a shocking turn when one of their party is murdered. Is The Curse of Arundel Hall once again rearing its ugly head or is there a simpler explanation?

Ella suddenly finds herself involved in two mysteries at once, and again joins forces with Scotland Yard’s Police Commissioner to try and catch a killer. But will they succeed?

A unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers.

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The Riviera Affair (The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries Book 4) Aug 13, 2018

by J. New

( 193 )

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THE GLAMOUR OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA QUICKLY TURNS SOUR AS ELLA IS CAUGHT UP IN AN INVESTIGATION WHICH WILL HAVE REPERCUSSIONS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CHANNEL. BUT HAS SHE FINALLY MET HER MATCH?

When her mother telephones from France with news of her imminent arrest, Ella along with her aunt and an eccentric friend rush to her aid. But what starts as a simple disappearance quickly turns to murder and Ella finds herself embroiled in a mystery which is far more complex than she’d anticipated.

In a foreign land where she doesn’t speak the language, has no jurisdiction and doesn’t know who to trust, Ella has to call upon all her usual skills and devise new ones in order to flush out the adversary in their midst.

But will she be in time to save the life of the man she came to find?

A unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers.

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This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

A Clerical Error (The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries Book 3) Jan 8, 2018

by J. New

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WHEN THE CRIME SCENE IS PURE COINCIDENCE AND THERE'S NO EVIDENCE, HOW DO YOU PROVE IT WAS MURDER?

Ella Bridges faces her most challenging investigation so far when the vicar dies suddenly at the May Day Fete. But with evidence scarce and her personal life unravelling in ways she could never have imagined, she misses vital clues in the investigation.

Working alongside Sergeant Baxter of Scotland Yard, will Ella manage to unearth the clues needed to catch the killer before another life is lost? Or will personal shock cloud her mind and result in another tragedy?

A unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers.

Other Formats: Audible Audiobook , Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

Decked in the Hall: A Finch & Fischer Mystery (The Finch & Fischer Mysteries Book 1) Nov 7, 2018

by J. New

( 96 )

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A festive start to a brand new series from the bestselling author of ‘The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries.’

It’s Christmas in Cherrytree Downs and everyone is looking forward to the annual dinner dance at the village hall. But tragedy strikes when one of the villagers dies. Mobile librarian Penny Finch, an avid mystery reader, immediately suspects foul play.

With bumbling PC Bolton out of his depth, and Inspector Monroe new to the area, it’s up to Penny and her rescue puppy Fischer to help solve the crime. But under the surface of this idyllic English village lurk secrets and lies.

Will Penny be able to dig beneath the shine to get to the murky truth? Can Fischer help sniff out the red herrings and unearth the clues they need to catch a murderer?

Or will their nose for trouble lead them down the wrong track entirely?

Get your paws on the first cozy mystery featuring sleuthing duo Finch & Fischer, and follow them as they attempt to solve a series of crimes in the six villages and hamlets that make up Hampsworthy Downs.

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Death at the Duck Pond: A Finch & Fischer Mystery (The Finch & Fischer Mysteries Book 2) Jan 13, 2019

by J. New

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A new year and a new case for Finch & Fischer.

When a much loved pillar of the community is found dead in the duck pond early one morning, the village residents are left reeling with shock.

Initially deemed a tragic accident it’s not until Penny receives a letter from the victim, dated one week before the death, that she begins to suspect a different motive.

But with no clues to work with, and the polite but dismissive attitudes from her friend and the police inspector, she eventually admits to letting her imagination run away with her.

Then a piece of evidence is found, potentially linking the crime to an incident fifty years in the past and Penny has to resort to subterfuge to bring the suspect into the open.

But will she manage to crack the case before they disappear forever?

Death at the Duck Pond is book 2 in the cozy mystery series featuring mobile librarian Penny Finch and her rescue pup Fischer. Follow as they sniff out clues and dig up red herrings in the six villages and hamlets that make up Hampsworthy Downs.

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Predator or Prey: Short Tales with a Twist Jan 21, 2015

by J. New

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Ten Exquisite Mini Psychological Thrillers!

Predator or Prey is a collection of ten short stories and flash fiction that are full of suspense, murder and mystery. All are snippets into the dark, and shadowy recesses of other people’s lives. Who really knows what shocking secrets are hiding behind closed doors?
Each one a mini-thriller in its own right, these tales focus on abhorrent but all-too-common crimes, which are full of disturbing mental imagery, so are not for the faint-hearted. But there is a twist in every tale… did you see it coming?

These tales while brief, are filled with suspense and surprises. ‘App for Life’ is the story of a desperate man whose abusive and controlling wife won’t allow him to escape her and who even thwarts his efforts to kill himself. ‘In A Kind Gesture,’ a beautiful little boy’s appearance lures a predator to his doom. ‘A Good Day’ details the life and fears of a bullied child who finally takes a stand. ‘A Little Peace and Quiet’ is a spooky and chilling look into the domestic life of a second-generation child abuser.

The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries: Books 1 - 3: An Accidental Murder, The Curse of Arundel Hall, A Clerical Error Apr 16, 2018

by J. New

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ELLA BRIDGES IS A YOUNG WOMAN WITH AN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT AND A MOST UNUSUAL SIDEKICK.

Britain 1935. Ella Bridges has recently purchased her new home-The Yellow Cottage-from a curious old lady, but with it comes a unique gift. Her new-found ability changes the course of her life in ways she could never have imagined.

The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries: Books 1 – 3 includes the first three stories in the popular series readers describe as ‘Miss Marple meets The Ghost Whisperer.’ The unique slant on the traditional whodunit and the humour peppered throughout are what makes these books firm favourites with readers all over the world.

AN ACCIDENTAL MURDER
When a strange child follows her home on the train from London, Ella Bridges feels bound to help her. However, she soon discovers the child is not what she seems.

THE CURSE OF ARUNDEL HALL
One ghost, one murder, one hundred years apart. But are they connected?
An invitation to dinner at Arundel Hall takes a turn for the worse when one of the party is murdered.

A CLERICAL ERROR
When the crime scene is pure coincidence and there’s no evidence, how do you prove it was murder?
Ella Bridges faces her most challenging investigation so far when the vicar dies suddenly at the May Day Fete.

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A new year and a new case for Finch & Fischer.

When a much loved pillar of the community is found dead in the duck pond early one morning, the village residents are left reeling with shock.

Initially deemed a tragic accident it’s not until Penny receives a letter from the victim, dated one week before the death, that she begins to suspect a different motive.

But with no clues to work with, and the polite but dismissive attitudes from her friend and the police inspector, she eventually admits to letting her imagination run away with her.

Then a piece of evidence is found, potentially linking the crime to an incident fifty years in the past and Penny has to resort to subterfuge to bring the suspect into the open.

But will she manage to crack the case before they disappear forever?

Death at the Duck Pond is book 2 in the cozy mystery series featuring mobile librarian Penny Finch and her rescue pup Fischer. Follow as they sniff out clues and dig up red herrings in the six villages and hamlets that make up Hampsworthy Downs.

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