Betty Rowlands Melissa Craig Mystery Collection 12 Book Set Of Cozy British Murders

Discover the Betty Rowlands Melissa Craig Mystery Collection — a 12-book paperback boxed set perfect for fans of cosy crime, village mysteries, and timeless English whodunits. This collection follows Melissa Craig, a sharp-minded amateur sleuth and crime writer, as she untangles secrets across the Cotswolds and beyond. Ideal for parents, teachers, book clubs, and gift buyers seeking a charming, bingeable children’s series-style reading experience for older teens and adults who love gentle suspense.

Each book offers a self-contained mystery with rich setting, memorable characters, and the steady, observant voice of a bestselling author. These paperback editions are BRAND NEW and carry ISBN: 9789124281007. The set includes the following titles in the set:

• Murder at Hawthorn Cottage
• Murder in the Morning
• Murder on the Clifftops
• Murder at the Manor Hotel
• Murder on a Winter Afternoon
• Murder in the Orchard
• Murder at Larkfield Barn
• Murder in Langley Woods
• Murder at Benbury Brook
• Murder at the Old House
• Murder in the Dining Room
• Murder in a Country Garden

What to expect from selected stories:

• Murder at Hawthorn Cottage — Melissa Craig is delighted with her new life in an old, crumbling cottage; cozy domestic details meet an unsettling mystery.
• Murder in the Morning — Melissa settles into a teaching role in a quaint village where morning routines are disrupted by murder.
• Murder on the Clifftops — A stroll at an artists’ retreat in the French mountains turns disastrous, blending scenic atmosphere and tense intrigue.
• Murder at the Manor Hotel — A local village play staged in a country manor provides the perfect backdrop for secrets and revelations.
• Murder on a Winter Afternoon — The first winter in the Cotswolds brings brisk walks, snowy fields, and a mystery that chills as much as the weather.

Why this boxed set stands out:

• From an award-winning author — Betty Rowlands won the Sunday Express / Veuve Clicquot Crime Short Story of the Year Competition, proving her pedigree in crime fiction.
• Trusted, gentle storytelling — ideal for readers who prefer character-driven mysteries over graphic violence.
• Perfect paperback edition set — easy to carry, read aloud, or share in classrooms and book groups.
• Beautifully rooted in the Cotswolds — authentic local color from an author who lived where she wrote.

This Melissa Craig mystery collection is a thoughtful gift set or a timeless keepsake for lovers of cosy British crime. Whether you’re starting a new reading habit, stocking a classroom library, or searching for the perfect present for a mystery fan, these 12 paperback titles deliver warm settings, clever plotting, and the satisfying pleasure of a well-resolved case. Add this curated boxed set to your shelf and enjoy a season (or year) of comforting, clever mysteries from Betty Rowlands.