‘Wow!!!! Just flipping wow!!!!… Absolutely LOVED it!!… Fantastic… Absolutely addictive, humorous, cosy, page-turning… I completely devoured it in one sitting… I just could not put it down… Hooked!’ Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Meet Martin Maxwell: octogenarian, dog lover and amateur sleuth. For most residents at Twilight Lodge, a picture-perfect retirement home by the sea, their days are filled with jigsaws, endless cups of tea and afternoon karaoke. But when Martin discovers that three residents have died in less than two weeks, all with clean bills of health, he suspects foul play. Trouble is, no-one believes him. Martin knows he needs expert help and who better than fellow ‘Lodger’ Albie - Martin’s arch-nemesis back when they worked for a secret government organisation. With the life of his puzzle-loving sweetheart Barbara under threat, Albie reluctantly agrees to join forces. The unlikely duo comb every last corner of the home and discover several possible culprits. From surly carer Shane to strict physio Olga, and even high-flying local developer Tommy, it appears there are many with a motive for murder. But when they uncover a clue which can only be solved by the Lodge’s strongest puzzler, will it be enough for Martin and Albie to stop a killer in their tracks before it’s too late? An absolutely hilarious and heartwarming cozy mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Robert Thorogood, Jesse Q. Sutanto and Only Murders in the Building. What readers are saying about The Armchair Detectives: ‘I absolutely loved this book from start to finish. I read this all in a day as I simply couldn’t put it down… I know it’s a good read when I literally laugh out loud.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG, this book is an absolute vibe! It's so wholesome and cozy... I loved it from the start right to the very end.’ _lazymumreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Will keep you on the edge of your seat... Gripping... Simply irresistible!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me laughing out loud… I loved this book so much!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Heartwarming story – a cozy mystery that had me laughing out loud… It’s a perfect read for fans of cozy mysteries, clever characters, and a good dose of humor.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘One of the most fun books I have read in a while… I found myself legit laughing out loud… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An unputdownable blend of humor, mystery, and heart… A plot that keeps you guessing until the final page. A must-read.’ NetGalley reviewer ‘Fantastic… I had a really hard time putting the book down when I had to do other things. Outstanding.’ B for Book Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A mystery that pulls you in – you not only wonder who the killer is, but who the main sleuth really is as well! Great fun.’ Faith Martin ‘An absolute delight… Heartwarming… Addictive… Irresistibly charming – a book that makes you feel like you’ve been invited into a very entertaining secret club.’ Dreism ‘Never has murder been so much fun. An absolute hoot! Brilliant! I tore through it!’ Milly Johnson