Murder Unexpected

Written by Anita Waller

Narrated by Claire Storey

When a church Deacon goes into the PI business, she uncovers the criminal secrets nestled within her charming English village in this cozy mystery series.

Deacon Katerina Rowe had a quiet life before she discovered her husband’s criminal activities. Now Leon is on the run, and Kat has started a private investigation business with her good friend Beth, who goes by Mouse. It’s plenty for any Deacon to handle—let alone one who’s heavily pregnant.

When a widow asks Kat and Mouse for help, the sleuthing duo find themselves searching for the birth mother of the widow’s husband. But when it becomes clear that the widow isn’t telling the whole truth, Kat and Mouse are drawn into a deadly chase where nothing is what it seems. Meanwhile, Leon is back in Eyam and out for revenge. Can Kat solve the case and escape her dangerous husband?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Everand Productions
• Release date: Apr 5, 2022
• ISBN: 9781094442341

Anita Waller

Anita Waller has written and taught creative writing for most of her life, and at the age of sixty-nine she sent a manuscript to her publisher and it was immediately accepting. In total, she has written several psychological thrillers and one supernatural novel. She married her husband Dave in 1967 and they have three adult children.

Reviews for Murder Unexpected

[Sandra Sue WILLIAMS · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

At times it was difficult to understand the English reference to different items but Google helped me understand.

[crittergazer1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have enjoyed the first two books and look forward to listening to the next three in this "trilogy" series, lol. The characters are believable and well thought out.

[jkarri94 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Couple of things to unpack… I’m an American reader, I enjoyed Murder Undeniable and this one! I however (may be sensitive, bc of my heritage) was saddened by Rowe’s character/identity… I simply wish he hadn’t been Black. He could have been easily just as despicable had he been any other race. His importance was there but his “role” wasn’t a huge one and often times in the second book (along with the DV end of 1st book) I found myself wanting to stop reading all together. I did not stop, clearly as I was able to push through and enjoy the rest of the book for all its twists and turns. Ending wasn’t a shocker but it was good nonetheless. I will read the last 3 books in the series as well. Despite my personal shortcomings I reckon very few readers will be affected by such drawbacks.

Lovely book!

[Shar · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This series is so captivating an easy to listen to it feels like you actually know the caricatures it's my second time reading

[Kara Mah · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This is a light read. I did not realize this was part of a trilogy and read this 2nd novel having not read the first. I found the characters a bit lacking in complexity, almost too many threads to the storylines, however the mystery did keep me guessing until the end.

[George Szmaj · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

When I thought it was over, it wasn’t over. It was just beginning and referring back to another book fairly clearly that had preceded it nicely done

[Mariam Shah-Rais · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is the second book in this series. I love the trio of women and their friendship and solidarity. Despite the gruesome nature of the murders, there is always a sense of comfort about the partnership between these women that even extends to DCI Marsden. The ending was unexpected and well thought out. Looking forward to book 3.

[Marley Mills · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Really engaging female characters and a good plot. My only issue is that no new mother is that perky with a 2-day-old baby, nor that mobile, lol.

[Debbie Jayne Doolin · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

So good! LOVE this narrator and these characters! On to number three in this fun series!

Very clean but for a handful of swear words - and murder, of course. =)

[Grace L · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I really like this trio of women, their personalities really complement each other. I also enjoy the way in which their relationship with DI Marsden develops as they learn to respect and support one another. I really liked the twist in this book, I didn't see it coming.

[celia · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Really enjoying this author. The story is good, and the detection of the killer is sound.

[Lisa Moriah Chenthitta · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A worthy follow-up … the day to day life details are so real, I feel as if I know the ladies of Connections and their police friends. Can’t wait for the next one.

[Frosty Theron · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I shed a wee tear at the end of this one, that’s how engrossed I was. Totally sucked into the world of Kat, Mouse and Nan! Thank you for your wonderful writing and choice of narrator, she’s a gem. Starting the next one…

[Karen Chandler · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a continuation of the Kat and Mouse book. I recommend you read book one first but it can be a stand alone book. Great story with believable characters. ENJOY!!

[Diane Cairnes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Book 2 was another delightful story. It’s a nice touch when a writer shows empathy for the murderer. Thanks for the journey. A must read for all cozy mystery lovers

[Lisa Headen · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love this series and the Audio Books are Scribd Audio. The characters are very likable and the mysteries are full of delicious English twists and turns. Narration is excellent. Scribd is my favorite place now for books, even better than Audible!

[Neralie Kaye Bailey · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Took me a while to get into it as I kept getting characters confused but once it got going I enjoyed it.

[Donna Larson Christian · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Another most excellent book! Very well written n read. Can`t wait for the next book.

[Anne Hawn Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I like the characters in the book and they are developing nicely. I hope the author will continue the series.

[Diane Seamon · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very well written exclamation kept my interest. I would gladly read another book by Miss Waller.