Hallett is as good as ever at showing her characters in all their petty, ridiculous, warm-hearted glory. A Christmas treat

Observer

Fans of Janice Hallett's fiendish whodunits will enjoy her latest festive offering

Good Housekeeping

Hallett is particularly good on small-town snobberies, rivalries and social dynamics... There is a great deal of festive fun to be had

Guardian

A festive read with a difference... It's great fun trying to work out who knows the truth, amid the characters' vicious backstabbing and passive aggression. A sharp, witty and suspenseful read

Sunday Express

Following the phenomenal success of her 2021 debut thriller The Appeal, Lower Lockwood's local theatre group returns to the stage

Daily Mail

Few authors have managed to write mysteries as fun and inventive as Hallett... Quite the treat

iPaper

A laugh-out-loud festive murder-mystery with an entertaining storyline that will have readers crying out for an encore

Woman

Laugh-out-loud funny with an entertaining storyline

Woman & Home

Expertly captures the essence of small-town rivalries and social dynamics, skilfully interweaving humour and puzzlement... Another excellent work of crime fiction from Janice Hallett, offering an enthralling blend of mystery, humour and holiday cheer. Its pacy plotting and well-developed characters make it the perfect choice for those seeking a light and highly entertaining read during the festive season

Crime Fiction Lover

The undisputed queen of crime puzzles... A delightfully cosy festive mystery

Crime Monthly

A dazzlingly clever yuletide mystery

Sainbury's Magazine