Planning a trip to a quaint English village? You’ll think twice after reading this illustrated guide from bestselling author Maureen Johnson and illustrator Jay Cooper—perfect for fans of cozy mysteries. Because it's possible that you'll have the misfortune of finding yourself in an English Murder Village, where danger lurks around each picturesque cobblestone corner and every sip of tea may be your last.
Brought to life with dozens of Gorey-esque drawings by illustrator Jay Cooper and peppered with allusions to classic crime series and unmistakably British murder lore, Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village gives you the tools you need to avoid the same fate, should you find yourself in a suspiciously picturesque English village. If you insist on your travels, do yourself a favour and bring a copy of this little book. It may just keep you alive. Good luck! (And whatever you do, avoid the vicar.)
