CLERICAL ERRORS an utterly gripping cozy crime mystery (Theodora Braithwaite Murder Mysteries Book 1)

DISCOVER AN INTRIGUING AND CHARMING COZY ENGLISH CRIME MYSTERY.. Meet Theodora Braithwaite. A feisty, young deaconess with a talent for solving crimes.. 'Stunning start, a sizzling debut.' Mail on Sunday. 'Assured debut by amusing, acerbic newcomer.' Guardian. 'Greenwood has a fresh, clever, and civilized style.' Kirkus Reviews. Please note this is a completely revised edition with corrected formatting.. . Julia Smith is sitting peacefully in the cathedral after her successful interview at the diocesan office when she hears an ear-splitting shriek coming from the chapel.. Mrs Thrigg, the cleaner, is frozen with shock and holding on to the white marble font for dear life.. A young man's severed head is perched on the edge of its ample basin, his lifeless eyes staring right at her.. Fortunately for Julia, Deaconess Theodora decides to take her under her wing. Together they begin their investigations into this grisly murder.. But the deeper they dive, the more they realise all is not well in the once-peaceful town of Medewich.. Can Julia and Theodora find the culprit before they strike again?. Fans of Clare Chase, Frances Evesham, Dee MacDonald, Veronica Black, Jeanne M. Dams and Lis Howell will adore this series of clerical mysteries.. PRAISE FOR D.M. GREENWOOD:. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Great series!' Pat. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved it - a true page-turning read.' Mike. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A very satisfying mystery.' Moderatelymoderate. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this. I have always enjoyed church mysteries.' J Burke. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolute delight to read.' Beatrice. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I was hooked . . . the plot twists were very good.' Vern. 'The plot is well constructed and the suspense builds up nicely towards the end.' Damaskcat. 'A pleasant, escapist read.' Amazon customer. 'Well written and enjoyable.' Jean N.. 'I enjoy DM Greenwood's clerical books - they have believable characters and a gentle humour.' G.R.. MEET OUR AMATEUR DETECTIVEDeaconess Theodora Braithwaite is kind, caring and fiercely intelligent. Tall in stature and thin in frame, Theodora has a commanding presence about her which helps no end with her part-time activity: solving crimes. She may only be in her late twenties, but Theodora is wise beyond her years. She sees the foibles and problems in the Church while still devoting her life to it.. THE SETTINGSet in the precincts of the fictional Cathedral of Medewich and surrounding parishes. The picturesque town of Medewich can be found nestled in the east of England near the coast. It boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country with its rolling hills, coastal views and impressive cathedral. But don't let that fool you . . . Beneath the charming façade dark dealings are afoot.. ALSO BY D.M. GREENWOODTHEODORA BRAITHWAITE MURDER MYSTERIESBook 1: CLERICAL ERRORSBook 2: UNHOLY GHOSTSBook 3: IDOL BONESBook 4: HOLY TERRORSBook 5: EVERY DEADLY SINBook 6: MORTAL SPOILSBook 7: HEAVENLY VICES. More books by D.M. Greenwood coming soon. Join the Joffe Books mailing list to be the first to hear about them!