Murder on the Marlow Belle

Name: Murder on the Marlow Belle
Brand: Recorded Books
Availability: InStock
Author: Robert Thorogood
ISBN: 9781705086278

Author: Robert Thorogood

Series: Marlow Murder Club

Narrator: Nicolette McKenzie

Unabridged: 9 hr 15 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 09/16/2025

Categories: Fiction, Mystery & Detective, Women Sleuths, Amateur Sleuth, Cozy, Crime

Synopsis

The new cozy crime novel from the bestselling author of The Marlow Murder Club, soon to be a major TV series on PBS Masterpiece Verity Beresford is worried about her husband. Oliver didn't come home last night, so of course Verity goes straight to Judith Potts, Marlow's resident amateur sleuth, for help. Oliver, founder of the Marlow Amateur Dramatic Society, had hired The Marlow Belle, a private pleasure cruiser, for an exclusive party with the MADS committee but no one remembers seeing him disembark. And then Oliver's body washes up on the Thames with two bullet holes in him. It's time for the Marlow Murder Club to leap into action. Oliver was, by all accounts, a rather complicated chap with a reputation for bullying children during nativity play rehearsals, and he wasn't short of enemies. Judith, Suzie, and Becks are convinced they'll find his killer in no time. But things are not as they seem in the Marlow Amateur Dramatic Society, and this case is not so clear-cut after all. The gang will need to keep their wits about them to solve this case—otherwise a killer will walk free … "Fans of the book series and the TV adaptation (The Marlow Murder Club) will enjoy this new adventure, which ends with a shocking accusation connected to Judith's past."—Booklist

About Robert Thorogood

Robert Thorogood is the creator of the smash-hit BBC series Death in Paradise and an internationally bestselling author whose mysteries have delighted audiences across the globe. With a sharp eye for plot twists and an infectious sense of humor, Thorogood has mastered the art of crafting crime stories that balance intrigue with warmth.

After the success of Death in Paradise on screen, Thorogood brought his signature style to the page, writing novels that capture the same charm, wit, and puzzle-box plotting that fans adore. His books-including the Marlowe House and Death in Paradise novel series-have become favorites among readers who love their mysteries clever, cozy, and character-driven.

Whether on television or in print, Thorogood has a gift for creating worlds readers and viewers want to return to again and again. His work celebrates the golden age traditions of mystery while giving them a fresh, modern twist-making him one of today's most entertaining voices in crime fiction.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jayme on September 16, 2025

3.5 ⭐️ Film Star Lizzie Jenkins got her start at the Marlow Amateur Dramatic Society, and she has returned to Marlow to attend an exclusive party aboard the Marlow Belle, a private pleasure cruiser hired by Oliver Beresford, the founder of MADS. He is keen to celebrate her success and her return. But......more

Goodreads review by Terrie on September 16, 2025

HAPPY PUBLICATION DAY 9/16/25!!! Verity Beresford contacts amateur sleuth Judith Potts to locate her husband, Oliver, who never came home last night, and isn't answering his phone. It goes straight to voicemail. Oliver, founder of the Marlow Amateur Dramatic Society, booked The Marlow Belle, a pl......more

Goodreads review by Grandma on August 28, 2025

Such a fun, whimsical series. The characters of Judith, Becks and Suzie are unique. They compliment one another so well. I never figured out who the murderer was. The plot was quite clever. ALL of the suspects looked guilty. The story flowed well. I smiled most of the time as I was reading this upli......more

Goodreads review by Ivonne on May 22, 2025

Author Robert Thorogood has penned yet another fun and fabulous page-turner following the clever hijinks of the trio that make up the unofficial Marlow Murder Club. An alarmed Verity Beresford visits semi-recluse Judith Potts when her husband Oliver goes missing. Verity knows of the success that Jud......more

Goodreads review by Alayne on February 05, 2025

Another brilliant book from Robert and this ended on a cliffhanger so, there's going to be another one. I love the friendship between the three women and they way they work out the clues to help the police. Such a pleasure to read. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportun......more