A Very Vexing Murder

Murder most Austen! An unputdownable and deliciously witty cosy crime caper set in the world of Jane Austen's Emma

'A Very Vexing Murder is a lively, accomplished, Austentatious debut! In a bold, re-imagined sequel to Emma, this is a treat for fans of regency literature and those who love a good murder mystery... A Very Vexing Murder has it all!' Janice Hallet

'Part mystery, part coming-of-age story, and part romance, this novel is neo-Regency fiction at its finest.' CrimeReads

Harriet Smith investigates...

Mrs Churchill is convinced someone is trying to kill her. As if she didn't have enough to vex her, she fears that lowly Jane Fairfax has won the heart of her nephew, Frank.

She hires Emma Woodhouse's secretly devious companion Harriet Smith to break up the relationship and uncover who wants her dead.

Harriet's list of suspects soon grows - Frank Churchill, Jane Fairfax, Mrs Elton and Wakefield the butler all have means, motive and opportunity.

Will Harriet prevent the worst from happening? And will she avoid falling for the charming Frank Churchill herself?

'A winsome mystery that reimagines the timid Harriet Smith from Jane Austen’s Emma as a skilled con artist whose innocuous appearance belies her street smarts and criminal prowess… Andrew’s version of Harriet Smith proves a witty, appealing antiheroine.' Publishers Weekly

'This story celebrates what makes Austen’s work iconic: complex, witty characters; relationship drama; and an exploration of human nature.' Library Journal

'A Very Vexing Murder is utterly charming. A wise, witty, and wily delight.' Essie Fox, author of The Last Days of Leda Gray

'A treat for fans of Austen, mysteries, and second chances' Alice Bell, author of Grave Expectations

'Fantastically entertaining' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates

'Original, intelligent and very funny - Miss Austen would approve.' Olga Wojtas

'Charming, comical, and so cosy it’ll keep you warm on a cold day.' Claire Wilson, author of Five by Five

'A delightful treat, full of delicious moments and Austen-tatious trickery. Mirth and mystery, wit and withering remarks, this one has it all.' D.V. Bishop, author of the Cesare Aldo series