Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of <i>A Body in the Bookshop</i> in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

<h4 style="margin-top: 84px;">The Gist</h4>

<i>A Body in the Bookshop</i> by Helen Cox is a delightful and charming cozy mystery that will appeal to book lovers and mystery enthusiasts alike. Set in the quaint English village of Knavesborough, Cox's novel follows the amateur sleuthing adventures of librarian turned detective, Kitt Hartley, as she investigates a murder that shakes the quiet community to its core.

<h4>The Details</h4>

Cox's writing is witty and engaging, drawing readers into the story with its clever dialogue and quirky characters. From the eccentric residents of Knavesborough to the idyllic countryside setting, she creates a world that is both familiar and fantastical, where secrets lurk behind every bookshelf and danger hides in plain sight.

At the heart of the novel is Kitt Hartley, a relatable and endearing protagonist whose love of books and insatiable curiosity make her the perfect amateur detective. As she delves into the mystery surrounding the murder of a local historian, Kitt must navigate a web of lies, deceit, and long-buried secrets to uncover the truth.

<i>A Body in the Bookshop</i> has a clever plot and well-crafted mystery. Cox keeps readers guessing until the very end, with plenty of twists and turns to keep them on the edge of their seats. As Kitt races against time to solve the case, she encounters a colorful cast of suspects, each with their own motives and alibis.

Also, the novel offers a delightful homage to the cozy mystery genre, with its charming setting, quirky characters, and tantalizing clues. Cox pays tribute to the classic whodunits of Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers, while putting her own modern twist on the genre with witty humor and contemporary sensibilities.

In addition to its engaging plot and lovable characters, <i>A Body in the Bookshop</i> is also a celebration of community, friendship, and the power of books to bring people together.

<h4>The Verdict</h4>

Overall, <i>A Body in the Bookshop</i> is a delightful and entertaining mystery that will delight readers. With its clever plot, charming characters, and cozy atmosphere, Helen Cox's novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers long after they've turned the final page.

Kitt Hartley our favourite librarian sleuth and her best friend Evie begin investigating the mysterious robbery of her favourite bookshop, a crime which has also resulted in DS Charlotte Banks being suspended from duty under suspicion of assaulting the suspect. When a body is later discovered the pair become determined to bring the villain to justice.

A Body in the Bookshop is the second book in what is shaping up to be an addictive and entertaining series. I can't wait to see what's up next for these two.

If you love cosy mysteries, and the odd romantic overtone then the Kitt Hartley series is for you.

A Bookshop Fallout…
The second Kitt Hartley Yorkshire mystery and Christmas is approaching in the city of York. Not all is peaceful however. Kitt becomes embroiled in the fallout following a bookshop burglary and determines to get to the truth. Enjoyable, slow burn mystery with an entertaining cast of characters and an enjoyable narrative,

A librarian with a passion for bookshops, a body found in one of her favourite shops and a policeman boyfriend need I say more. A delightful tead

Enjoyable mystery. I would probably have benefitted from reading the previous book first and I may yet go back and read it.

I very much enjoyed this book. It has a good story and excellent main characters. I would definately recommend this book.

A great addition to the series that began with Murder by the Minster. I love the York setting, and Christmas and romance are a bonus. Recommended.

This book sounded so interesting I had to go and buy book #1 so I could read the series in order. A great story and I am so looking forward to more from Kitt.

Kitt, a librarian and fiend Evie are back sleuthing and on the trail of a murderer. Plot is full of twists and really good read as standalone as well as the series.

I can't give a reasonable review of this book as I didn't finish it. In fact, I only got through the first chapter before deciding it simply was not for me; I simply did not like the characters. This is not to say that others won't find it an excellent read.

This is the second book in the series, I haven't read the first one but this worked fine as a stand alone.

The book is set in York near Christmas which definitely adds to the atmosphere. Friends Evie and Kitt get involved in investigating the theft of rare books and a subsequent murder, both have romantic interests in the police and an extra reason to try to solve the crime.

There are many quirky characters and enough red herrings to keep you interested.

Another excellent book from Helen Cox. Following the theft of rare books from her favourite book shop Kitt and her friend Evie are once again on the trail of a murderer. There are many false leads but I have to say I did not expect the ending. The wonderful setting of York adds to the overall enjoyment.

So this is the second in the Kitt Hartley series which I didn’t realise until I started reading it (I really need to start reading synopsis more closely) but it’s easily read as a standalone.

I was drawn to this novel as it’s set in York, one of my favourite cities in Britain and I do love a cosy mystery.

This novel is billed as a cosy mystery but I think it’s a little bit more of a mystery with a side of romance as there were a few steamy scenes scattered throughout.

The cast of characters was likable if a little eccentric and there were some nice twists and turns through the story.

Again like a few books in this genre, I think it could have done with being a little shorter as it dragged slightly near the end, although it didn’t spoil my overall enjoyment of the book.

A Body In The Bookshop is a solid mystery with great characters. I will definitely be on the lookout for more from this author.

This is book 2 in the Kitt Harley Yorkshire Mystery series. I would definitely recommend reading book 1, Murder by the Minister first. I didn't and I'm going to read book 1 and reread book 2. I think I'll probably update to 4 stars once I understand the backgrounds of Kitt and Evie. This book reminds me of the Sukey Reynolds series by Betty Rollins which is one of my favorites. Someone is framing
DS Charlotte Banks and Di Malcolm Holleoran to get them booted off the police force. All evidence points to a dirty cop and now he's willing to murder to keep his secret. Good story. I wouldn't recommend for young readers. I received a copy of this ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

It’s almost Christmas in York, but you wouldn't know it. DS Charlotte is suspended from the police force after accusations of assault. Kitt and Evie know the DS isn't guilty. Evie works on helping Charolette to get reinstated.
A body is discovered - will Kitt and Evie be able to solve the case?

Well-written and a great british cozy read.

I do not read as many "cozy" mysteries as I once did.  However, I could not resist a book with this title.  A Body in the Bookshop is the second novel in this author's series.  She capably brings the town of York to vivid life and also develops good characters and relationships.  However, I found the mystery itself to stretch credulity a bit. 

I recommend this one as a quick and okay read. Readers can tell that the author loves books as she refers to a number of titles over the course of this novel.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review.

Another great book by Helen,lots of twists throughout which kept me guessing to the last page.
Amazing

A Body in the Bookshop is a fantastic cozy mystery. I must go back and read the first in the series. The characters are interesting and well developed. The storyline is interesting has some twists and turns.

This is the second book in a series set in York, England . I love a English mystery so I was drawn to this series set in beautiful York. Book one was Murder By The Minister: I have not read the first in series. The series features Kitt and DI Mal Halloran’s . This book centers on Kitt’s friend, Evie Bowes and Mal’s partner DS Charlotte Banks.

In this next in series DS Banks has been suspended from the force for assault on a suspect. Evie wants to find out what really happened and help her get reinstated. When a murder occurs they are both involved and now must solve the murder as well as work together to get Charlotte cleared of wrong doing.

This was a fun police procedural read. I really enjoy the complex charcters and the great setting of York in Christmas time. The sleuth was very well crafted and interesting to completion. I look forward to the next book in series.

Thank you for the ARC. My review opinions are my own.

"A quck read, just in time for holiday season.
Cosy mystery set in York during Christams season. A Body in the Bookshop is the story of murder and detecting. However, it is a story of finding oneself as well. It is a story of how a person can overcome their scars both visible and unvisible, how they can find love and fight for what they truly want.
Characters are likeable and are easy to identify with. A very worthy read for lovers of cosy mysteries.
Yes, the book is one of the series. It would be a good idea to read them all in order."