The Killings at Badger's Drift (Inspector Barnaby Mysteries Book 1) (Volume 1)

Name: The Killings at Badger's Drift (Inspector Barnaby Mysteries Book 1) (Volume 1)
Price: 2.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (2596 reviews)
Author: Caroline Graham

by Caroline Graham

Mystery Thriller Historical Fiction

4.4 (2,596)

4.4 stars from 2,596 reviews. Top 74% of Mystery Thriller books we track.

348 pages~5.8 hr readPublished by Felony & Mayhem PressPublished 2014-10-15

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Perfect for you if...

You love classic British crime with clever, understated detectives who read people better than they read clues.
You want a cosy mystery with real bite: charming settings that hide genuine darkness and moral complexity.
You're drawn to standalone mysteries that feel complete but make you want more from the same detective.

Maybe not for you if...

You need fast-paced plots with constant action and high stakes. This one takes its time with character and village politics.
You prefer modern crime procedurals with forensics and technology. This is old-school detective work.
You dislike slow-burn reveals or elaborate setups. The village and its secrets unfold gradually.

About this book

A spinster dies suddenly in the picturesque village of Badger's Drift, prompting her concerned best friend to alert the authorities. Detective Chief Inspector Barnaby and his deputy arrive to investigate, only to discover that beneath the village's idyllic surface—complete with vicar, local doctor, and respectable residents—lies a web of hidden scandals and long-buried resentments. Barnaby, characterized by dry wit and perceptive understanding of human nature, begins to unravel the truth behind the death. This debut novel introduces the detective who would go on to anchor the British crime drama Midsomer Murders. The book won the Macavity Award.

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Currently #7,649 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller. Climbing the charts — 41% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.4★ from 2,596 reviews

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