THE NETTLEACRE MURDERS

CRIMELLA

OF THE NETTLEACRE MURDERS

Not-so-cozy Mystery

The prettiest villages make the best hiding places, and Nettleacre is hiding more than most.
Anna Wilde has created an unusual refuge for frightened locals: leave a note in the letterbox of her grand Sussex home, and she and her two closest friends investigate the crimes Nettleacre prefers to ignore. It's an unlikely partnership — glamour, magic, and old-fashioned police work — but it works.

Until the notes begin pointing to women who have vanished.

Women who are lonely, vulnerable, and far too easy for the village to overlook. Soon, the trail leads Anna, Lily, and Sadie to a respected local with something to hide, and to two new arrivals with dangerous pasts: one a charming stranger with a killer’s past, the other a crime boss looking for redemption.

This is bigger than three women and a letterbox. As the case draws in a secret Mayfair crime unit and entities from the skies above, the three women must learn who to trust among the living, the dead, and everything in between.

Because if they fail, Nettleacre will add another missing woman to its list of secrets.

REVIEWS

‘I devoured this’

‘Reminds me of real-life true crime'

‘Cunningham is hitting all my faves in one fell swoop, and isn’t that amazing? It is. It is, because she also does it so well. Fast-paced, with an excellent rhythm and funny to boot. Plus, she doesn’t pull any punches. I’m in lit heaven. I’ll be checking anything else Cunningham wants to throw my way, no questions asked. Wow. 5*’

'Unlike anything I've read before!'

'Crimella truly shines. The crimes are serious and at times brutal, but the humour, cheeky dialogue, and playful energy balance it out perfectly. There is romance, spice. One of the highlights is Anna, a woman in her 50s who is confident, desirable, and fierce, proving that strong and sexy characters are not limited by age'

‘A book that immediately tells you it's not going to follow the usual rules'

‘The action, lovable cast, and gorgeous English setting really make it stand out'

‘Mystery filled with dark secrets that kept me entertained from start to finish’

''Loved it. You touched on a lot of very current issues that will resonate with folk right now. Loved Qyl's revenge! And what an ending! Need book 3 please!!!!''

'Loved this, It was original. It pulled me in and had me playing detective lol. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. Really enjoyed reading this'

‘Quirky bold characters and dark moments that kept me entertained from start to finish. Crimes balanced with fun, flirty, chaotic characters made this unique and enjoyable. I cannot wait for book two’

‘What’s brilliant is it mashes up cosy countryside vibes with supernatural shenanigans and great quick-witted chatter'

‘Unusual twists, playful cast, that feels fresh and different from typical mystery. Fun, weird, supernatural, and full of personality, you will enjoy this one’

'Really enjoyed this one! I ended up finishing it in an afternoon. It’s light, funny, the characters were interesting and likeable, and I especially loved the “sky helpers” element—it adds a unique twist. The mystery is handled by amateur sleuths rather than the usual police/CID setup. Definitely a fun start to the series!'

'Alongside the three female sleuths, you get a witness protection crime boss, a surprisingly charming serial killer playboy, and unseen paranormal entities all sharing the same space. It sounds wild and it is. Yet it somehow works brilliantly'

'Bold, sarcastic, flirty, and chaotic, the banter keeps the story lively even when the subject matter turns dark. A strong found family feeling, where loyalty and protection matter deeply.'

'Fresh, fun, and unpredictable. Mixes cosy village vibes with true crime elements, paranormal twists, and laugh out loud moments. An entertaining ride from start to finis

‘5 stars. An Exciting, Suspenseful Return for the Raffles Women - The Raffles women are back and delivered everything I was hoping for in this book. As they continue to investigate the disappearances and murders of women, they receive help from Fallen and other intriguing allies. The plot is packed with suspense, mystery and plenty of twists that kept me reading eagerly. This was a thoroughly entertaining read. I recommend reading Book 1 first, although the introduction (Catch Up) was a really well written summary. No spoilers here, but I can't wait to read what happens next and am looking forward to the next book. Highly recommended for paranormal mystery fans who like some romance, explicit spicy scenes, violence and suspense. The author excels at descriptive scenes and character development.’

AUTHOR

SCCunningham is a crime, mystery, romance, fantasy, and paranormal thriller author whose books blend gritty suspense, dark humor, supernatural twists, and emotionally charged romance.

A former crime investigator and member of the Crime Writers’ Association, she brings real-world insight to stories of justice, corruption, survival, and revenge.

Born in Britain with Irish roots, she writes from the Sussex Coast and is the author of more than thirty books.

Her fiction often explores the darker side of human nature while celebrating courage, karma, and the flawed but determined characters who fight for the vulnerable.

CAUSES 

Veteran, child, animal, and planet protection

STANDALONE BACKSTORIES

The David Trilogy. The Fallen Angel Series.

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