Tuesday, August 26, 2025

BLOG TOUR - Murder in Paris


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Freshly baked baguettes, a moonlit walk beneath the twinkling lights of the Eiffel tower, sunset over the rooftops… and oh là là! A murder in the French capital? This is one for Kitty Underhay!

Paris, 1937. Kitty Underhay, with a croissant in hand and her handsome husband Matt by her side, is soaking up the delightfully Parisian charms of the French capital. Kitty is full of joie de vivre, but the afternoon takes a very sour turn when she stumbles across the body of a beautiful young woman, Simone Belliste, murdered in broad daylight.

Kitty and Matt are determined to work out who could be behind her death. A pair of scissors found at the scene points them towards the killer, but Simone had many admirers and everyone has a motive. With Kitty’s grandmother worried for her old friend Eliza De Tourner, whose son the police have identified as a suspect, any accusation could easily turn out to be a faux pas and they must tread carefully. Could it be the wealthy older Englishman who had been wooing Simone? One of her glamorous friends? Or her jealous younger sister?

But just as Kitty and Matt are jotting down their list of suspects, they receive a call: Simone’s sister Nathalie has been hurt at home, with valuable possessions stolen from her apartment. Can they unravel the secrets surrounding the two sisters? Or will their involvement in the case mean they’ll be next in line…?

With a murderer in their midst, can the team of two find the killer before it’s adieu for both of them? Or will this Parisian sojourn be their last?
Fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey or Verity Bright will adore this utterly charming murder mystery. The perfect treat for cozy crime fans!

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Title:   Murder in Paris
Author:  Helena Dixon
Series:  Miss Underhay #21
Publisher:  Bookouture 
Genre:   Cozy Mystery
Format:  Kindle ARC 
No. of Pages:  279
Date of Publication:   August 26, 2025
My Rating:  5 Stars 

MY THOUGHTS:

Kitty Underhay and her husband Matt might finally get a break from their private investigator duties when Kitty is unexpectedly asked to accompany her grandmother to Paris. As they soon will see, their trip to Paris won’t be a relaxing getaway. Almost as soon as they arrive, a murder occurs.

Kitty is thrilled that her grandmother will be able to reconnect with her old friend, Eliza, during their visit in Paris. However, Eliza soon realizes that she has much to be concerned about. It turns out that the victim of the murder was her son Julian’s girlfriend, Simone. Simone was a stunning model with a promising future in the fashion and design industry. Naturally, Julian is devastated. He is not alone in his shock, however. Simone’s sister, Nathalie, also appears to be in shock. How could the glamorous world of fashion and beauty be the setting for such a brutal murder? Kitty is resolute in her determination to uncover the truth.


As events unfold, Kitty begins to realize that things aren’t as they seem. Alongside Matt, Kitty embarks on a journey throughout the enchanting city of Paris. They explore the world of fashion and savor delectable foods, all while uncovering an underlying sense of discontent. Their investigation reveals that the seemingly idyllic environment they find themselves in is far more complex and multifaceted than they could have ever imagined. 


As always, Helene Dixon’s series captivates readers, and this 21st installment in the series is no exception. With its delightful characters, enchanting plots, and unexpected twists, this quick read is a pure delight. 


Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion. 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Helena Dixon is the author of the best-selling Miss Underhay murder mystery series and lives in Devon. Married to the same man for over thirty-five years she has three daughters, a cactus called Spike, and a crazy cockapoo. She is allergic to adhesives, apples, tinsel and housework. She was winner of The Romance Prize in 2007 and Love Story of the Year 2010 as Nell Dixon.


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