Titles in This Set:
Murder at the Spirit Lounge
Murder at Gulls Nest
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Mixedlot
ISBN: 9782144699302
Overview:
This 2-book collection brings together two atmospheric mysteries by Jess Kidd, set in the salt-spray world of Gore-on-Sea. Murder at the Spirit Lounge opens on a brilliant December morning when Nora, joined by Detective Inspector Rideout, is summoned to the home of Doreen Chimes, Gore-on-Seas resident medium. Chimes asks them to report a robbery and to attend a private sance that evening, a setting where fact and superstition blur. Murder at Gulls Nest follows Nora Breen, after thirty years in a convent, as she is drawn into a missing-person case that leads to the seaside towns Gulls Nest boarding house. There she watches, listens, and studies the lodgers over dinners that are sometimes memorable more for their misadventures than their menus. Across both titles, readers enjoy crisp plotting, keen observation, and a seaside ambience that grounds the suspense and invites close, patient sleuthing. This collection, featuring the hardcover edition of Murder at the Spirit Lounge and the related companion tale, offers a compact, immersive crime duo for readers who love atmospheric, character-driven mysteries with a coastal setting.
What Makes This Collection Special:
Two tightly wound mysteries follow Nora Breen through Gore-on-Sea, a town that feels like a character in its own right. The two novels share a singular voice, a patient, observant narrator who notices the small tellsthe way a dinner plate tilts, the pattern of a lodgers stories, the undercurrents of a seaside sance. The linking setting and recurring tone create a binge-read experience with satisfying payoffs, while the contrasts between a formal sea-side sance and the more grounded boarding-house intrigue provide variety in mood and pace. This collection is ideal for readers who love to dip into a duology that feels cohesive and complete, yet distinct enough to stand on its own. The compact format makes it a thoughtful gift for seasoned mystery fans and new readers alike, offering a gateway into Jess Kidds world of noir-ish charm, wry humor, and crisp dialogue.
Books Included in This Collection:
Murder at the Spirit Lounge
Murder at the Spirit Lounge (Hardcover) introduces Nora and Rideout as they respond to a report of a robbery and an invitation to a private sance hosted by Gore-on-Seas renowned medium. The seaside town hums with quiet menace as clues emerge from charged conversations and charged atmospheres. Kidds sharp observational eye and wry humor thread through a tightly wound plot where every gesture and alibi matters, culminating in a carefully earned resolution that rewards patient sleuthing and affection for quirky coastal communities.
Murder at Gulls Nest
Murder at Gulls Nest follows Nora Breen after decades in a convent as she tackles a missing-person case that leads to the towns Gulls Nest boarding house. Over dinners that are sometimes dubious, Nora watches and listens, letting relationshipsthe intimacies and tensions of lodgersguide her investigation. With a keen eye for motive and opportunity, she pieces together timelines and secrets, turning everyday conversations into crucial clues. The result is a satisfyingly self-contained mystery that complements the spirit of the first title while standing boldly on its own.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for readers who love atmospheric, character-driven mysteries with a seaside twist. If you enjoy a thoughtful puzzle delivered through clean, witty narration and memorable local color, this duo will spark your curiosity from page one. Its a great choice for fans of cozy-crime with a noir edge, and for gift buyers seeking a compact, collectible two-in-one treat. Suitable for adults who want a quick, immersive reading experience that feels complete in one purchase, yet offers the depth and personality of a longer series.
Key Benefits:
- Two complete mysteries in one convenient collection
- Atmospheric seaside setting that enhances mood and suspense
- Smart, observant protagonist whose curiosity drives the plot
- Cozy-meets-noir blend with sharp dialogue and witty touches
- Compact, giftable format perfect for paperback chic on a shelf
- Easy-to-read duo thats ideal for weekend binge-ing or travel reads
- A cohesive reading experience with individual payoff in each story
About the Author:
Jess Kidd is the author credited for these two linked mysteries, Murder at the Spirit Lounge and Murder at Gulls Nest. In this collection, her distinctive voice blends atmospheric settings with character-driven suspense, inviting readers to join Nora Breen on a coastal sleuthing journey. Kidds storytelling emphasizes precise observation, dry wit, and a knack for turning small-town conversations into pivotal clues. The two titles showcase a consistent tone and style, delivering a cohesive reading experience that resonates with fans of seaside mysteries and smart, patient plotting.
Why Youll Love This Set:
Owning the complete set means immediate immersion in Kidds seaside crime world, with two interlinked adventures that feel like a richer, longer read when enjoyed together. The pairing offers variety in mood and paceone tension-filled session at a private sance, another more grounded, observational quest among lodgerswhile preserving a unified voice and atmosphere. Its a satisfying, ready-made binge for mystery lovers seeking character depth, a coastal vibe, and clever, human-centered puzzles in a compact, gift-worthy package.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
