Kate Shackleton Mysteries 7 Book Set Frances Brody

Step into 1920s Yorkshire with the Kate Shackleton Mysteries Series 7 Books Collection Set by Frances Brody — perfect for fans of cosy historical crime, parents looking for engaging reading material for teens, teachers building classroom libraries, or anyone who loves a clever amateur detective. This paperback boxed set collects seven atmospheric mysteries featuring the resourceful Kate Shackleton, blending social history, sharp observation and twisty plots that keep readers turning pages.

Titles in this Set: Death of an Avid Reader, Murder on a Summer's Day, A Woman Unknown, Dying In The Wool, Medal For Murder, Murder in the Afternoon, A Death in the Dales

Condition: BRAND NEW    Format: Paperback    ISBN: 9789124290214

About the stories and why they stand out

Dying in the Wool — Introduces Kate Shackleton as an astute amateur detective in post-World War I England. A missing person case soon unravels into a tangle of family secrets and wartime echoes, showcasing Frances Brody’s talent for period detail and suspense.

A Medal for Murder — Kate is drawn into a murder linked to a local brass band. Brody weaves community life and hidden motives into a satisfying whodunit that highlights social networks in small-town Yorkshire.

Murder in the Afternoon — Set against industrial unrest and a mill strike, this entry brings tension between classes and compelling motive-driven mystery as Kate navigates dangerous allegiances.

A Woman Unknown — A locked-room style mystery where Kate untangles the social complexities of early 20th-century Yorkshire to reveal the truth behind a woman’s death. Notably, A Woman Unknown was shortlisted for the 2016 Simon & Schuster Mary Higgins Clark Award.

Murder on a Summer's Day — A cricket match turns deadly and Kate uncovers links to wartime espionage, demonstrating how past events ripple into the present and complicate motive and opportunity.

Death of an Avid Reader — Set in the literary world, this mystery explores publishing rivalries when a celebrated author dies under suspicious circumstances. Ideal for book lovers who enjoy novels about books.

A Death in the Dales — While photographing Langcliffe for a travel book, Kate becomes embroiled in a cliffside death that reveals village tensions and old resentments. Brody’s evocative descriptions of the Dales make this a memorable, atmospheric read.

What you’ll love about this book collection

• Seven paperback editions in one value-packed set — great as a gift set or bookshelf addition.
• Historical detail and character-driven mysteries ideal for fans of cosy crime and historical fiction.
• Trusted, award-recognized author — Frances Brody’s series is praised for authenticity and strong female lead.
• Perfect for bedtime reading, book clubs, classroom reading lists, or a weekend binge of intelligent mysteries.

Whether you're buying for a longtime mystery reader or introducing someone to a bestselling author’s series, this Kate Shackleton boxed set delivers timeless plots, Yorkshire atmosphere, and a memorable heroine. A practical and thoughtful gift — a cozy, immersive escape into post-war England that readers will return to again and again.